Technical Game Designer – AI Focus

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Lead the incorporation of AI technologies and systems into game design, content creation, and production workflows across a variety of projects.

• Develop, assess, and enhance AI-driven design workflows to increase efficiency while maintaining the creative vision and distinctive essence of our games.

• Work closely with game designers, developers, and product teams to pinpoint areas where AI can improve production, design decisions, or live operations.

• Motivate, educate, and mentor team members on best practices, tools, and emerging capabilities in AI.

• Keep abreast of trends in AI, game design, and interactive media to ensure SOFTGAMES leads in innovation.

• Create and uphold comprehensive documentation for tools, pipelines, guidelines, and workflows.

• Continuously evaluate and enhance current design and production processes—eliminating bottlenecks and implementing solutions that decrease iteration time.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical or production-related challenges and guarantee seamless, efficient design workflows.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience as a Game Designer, Technical Designer, or a comparable hybrid role within the gaming sector.

• Proficient in coding with one of the following languages: Python, JavaScript, C#, or C++.

• Practical experience with Vibecoding and utilizing AI tools such as Loveable, ChatGPT, or other generative systems.

• Solid grasp of UX/UI principles, with the capability to design intuitive, user-centered, and visually appealing interfaces.

• Practical experience with Vibecoding and the use of AI coding tools like Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Copilot, or other similar systems.

• Profound understanding of game systems and economy design for free-to-play casual environments.

• Familiarity with game engines (Unity, Unreal) and content or asset management systems.

• Ability to document workflows and articulate complex concepts clearly.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the capacity to manage multiple projects or processes concurrently.

• High proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with a knack for quickly adapting to new technologies and championing change in a dynamic environment.

• Knowledge of HTML5 for web-based games or interactive content is advantageous.

• Experience with casual, mobile, or live-service games is a significant plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote-first approach - We offer a flexible working arrangement.

• Flexible working hours - Adapt your working hours to suit your needs.

• No crunch, no overtime!

• Generous vacation policy, regardless of your location!

• Home office allowance - If you're working from home but feel something is lacking, we provide a budget to enhance your home office productivity.

• Further Training - Everyone at SOFTGAMES is provided with training opportunities to bolster their skills or learn something new!

• Studio - While we are a remote-first company, we also have a state-of-the-art office located in the heart of Berlin.

• Equipment - Choose between a MacBook Pro or Lenovo Laptop.

• Meal allowances - A monthly budget is also provided for your lunches.

• Additional monthly grant for home office electricity and internet expenses.

• Swag - Enjoy our stylish hoodies, bags, mugs, and more.

• Offsite Retreats - At least once a year, the entire company gathers to learn, share ideas, focus on the future, and celebrate our achievements.