game designer

SOFTGAMES GmbH is a developer and publisher focused on mobile and social games, including puzzle, card, board, and casual titles across iOS and Android.

• Own and evolve the game’s economy, progression, reward systems, and monetization;
• Balance and optimize game systems in collaboration with the Level Designer to deliver a rewarding long-term player experience;
• Design and evolve LiveOps events, tournaments, and seasonal content that drive engagement, retention, and revenue;
• Optimize monetization systems, including offers, currencies, energy systems, and booster economy;
• Build and maintain economy models, balancing spreadsheets, simulations, and forecasting models;
• Analyze player behavior, progression bottlenecks, and monetization opportunities using game data and KPIs;
• Define hypotheses, design A/B tests, and iterate features based on data-driven insights;
• Partner with Product, Level Design, BI/Analytics, Art, and Development to continuously improve game performance;
• Evolve a mature live game by introducing meaningful improvements while respecting the expectations of a loyal player base;
• Communicate design rationale, trade-offs, and recommendations across the team.

• 5+ Years of experience designing and operating successful free-to-play mobile games;
• Strong experience in systems design, economy design, progression design, and LiveOps;
• Experience working on mature live games with long-term player progression and economy balancing;
• Proven track record working on casual or puzzle games;
• Experience balancing existing systems while minimizing disruption to long-term player behavior;
• Strong understanding of player motivation, retention mechanics, monetization, and long-term engagement;
• Advanced spreadsheet skills and experience building balancing, simulation, and forecasting models;
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate player data into actionable product improvements;
• Experience defining and evaluating A/B tests and making data-driven product decisions;
• Self-driven and proactive, with the ability to identify opportunities and take ownership;
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written;
• Passion for games and creating outstanding player experiences;
• Proficiency in using AI tools to improve productivity and decision making;
• Nice to have: Experience with Solitaire TriPeaks, card games, casino games, or other long-lived casual games.

• Remote-first work from anywhere, with optional access to the Berlin office;
• Flexible hours with no crunch culture or overtime;
• Generous vacation;
• Home office budget;
• Learning and development budget;
• High-spec laptop;
• Monthly meal allowance;
• Monthly contribution toward electricity and internet costs;
• Company swag;
• Annual company retreat;
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.