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Senior Game Designer - Combat - Remote

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Design
Full Time
CA, USA

Overview

As a Senior Game Designer - Combat, you’ll play a key role in shaping the long-term depth and scalability of our character collection mobile game. You will report directly to the Design Director and own the combat systems that drive player engagement, roster strategy, and combat meta.

In Short

  • Own the combat framework: define and evolve core combat rules, stats, damage formulas, scaling, and resolution systems.
  • Design character kits: create distinct, scalable abilities and roles that support squad-building depth and long-term expansion.
  • Develop systemic interactions: build and maintain elemental systems, synergies, and combat mechanics that create meaningful strategic choices.
  • Drive combat balance: tune and iterate using data and playtesting to maintain a healthy, evolving meta.
  • Collaborate with product, engineering, art, and analytics teams.
  • Focus on player engagement and long-term game scalability.
  • High-impact role with ownership over critical systems.
  • Contribute to the development of a billion-player experience.
  • Work in a diverse team with expertise from top studios.
  • Utilize AI tools for game development.

Requirements

  • Experience in game design, particularly in combat systems.
  • Strong understanding of player engagement mechanics.
  • Ability to analyze data and iterate on game balance.
  • Experience with character design and abilities.
  • Knowledge of elemental systems and strategic game mechanics.
  • Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Passion for mobile games and player experiences.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Experience with playtesting and user feedback integration.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact projects.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
  • Support for professional growth and development.
  • Diverse team with international expertise.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Engagement with a passionate gaming community.
  • Chance to shape the future of mobile gaming.
  • Regular team-building activities and events.
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Homa

Homa is a leading global mobile game developer and publisher, renowned for its impressive portfolio of over 80 mobile games and 1.8 billion downloads. The company merges cutting-edge technology with a passion for gaming to create successful titles with franchise potential, while empowering creators through its proprietary platform, Homa Lab. With significant backing from prominent investors and a diverse team of industry veterans, Homa is dedicated to innovating the gaming landscape. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, prioritizing ambition, humility, and curiosity, and is committed to delivering high-quality gaming experiences that captivate players worldwide.

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