Senior Game Designer

Glu Mobile (NASDAQ:GLUU) is a leading global developer and publisher of free-to-play games for smartphone devices. We were founded in 2001 and have over 500 employees worldwide.

We are seeking a talented Sr. Game Designer for our San Francisco headquarters.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Executive Producers to spearhead the vision and direction for new free-to-play mobile titles.
• Work with offshore development teams to oversee all aspects of game design, including:
  - Core gameplay mechanics
  - Deep monetization
  - Evergreen content
  - Retentive social features
• Comprehensively model all game systems in Excel
• Analyze live game data to tune and balance game economies
• Collaborate with artists and programmers to develop a fun, addictive gameplay experience.
• Work with teams leads to track, document and provide feedback on the creative vision for all features and systems in the game.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 4+ years in a designer role, including at least one shipped free-to-play title
• Launched at least one commercially successful title as the leader of a game design team
• Expert with game math and formulas, in-depth knowledge of game pacing and balancing
• Strong understanding of free-to-play business model and monetization mechanics
• Mobile and/or MMO experience a plus
• RPG, RTS, MOBA and/or strategy genre experience a plus
• Ability to think both creatively and analytically
• An in-depth understanding of how to create fun, meaningful gameplay loops
• Solid understanding of usability and UI.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
• Passion for games and the ability to articulate that passion
• BA/BS, preferably from a top university