Voodoo

Head of Gaming - Blitz

Paris, Île-de-France, France

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Mobile Games, Real Money Gaming, BiotechnologyIndustries

Head of Gaming

Employment Type: Full-Time Location Type: Remote

About Voodoo

Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta. Our portfolio includes chart-topping games like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps such as BeReal and Wizz.

TeamBlitz is a gaming platform launched in 2021, allowing players to compete in mobile games for real cash prizes (head-up, tournaments, leagues, etc.). It is leveraging a unique game portfolio as well as exclusive games crafted for Blitz to engage users in a fun and rewarding way.

Role

We are looking for a talented Head of Gaming, deeply passionate about gameplay, level design, perfect visual pixel execution and top-notch look and feel, who will play a key role in the development of Blitz, our real-money gaming platform.

Responsibilities:

  • Define a clear and cohesive gaming roadmap
  • Deconstruct and analyze mobile games mechanics, understand what makes a game a success in Real Money Gaming
  • Pitch and implement big features and new games with the team
  • Work with the team on designing and balancing our games and maps
  • Always back up your ideas with available data points and/or user feedbacks
  • Be responsible for excellence in execution and look & feel
  • Work on a portfolio of over 20 different gameplays
  • Manage a team of 7 (Game Artist, Game Designer, Game developers)

Profile

  • 6+ years of experience as Game Designer / Level Designer in casual mobile games
  • Experience in team management
  • Good sense of gameplay experience, and special attention to details
  • Deep collaboration mindset, including excellent interpersonal skills, and a positive mindset towards receiving, acting on, and giving feedback
  • Accountability, independence, and responsibility when given ownership over your work
  • Communication skills in English, both written and verbal

Nice to have:

  • Experience in designing and balancing puzzle, match3, merge games
  • Proficiency in Unity a huge plus
  • Familiarity with Figma or similar visual collaboration software

Benefits

  • Competitive salary upon experience
  • Swile Lunch voucher
  • Gymlib (100% borne by Voodoo)
  • Premium healthcare coverage
  • SideCare, for your family (100% borne by Voodoo)
  • Wellness activities in our Paris office
  • Remote days on Fridays

Skills

gameplay
level design
visual execution
look and feel
mobile games
real money gaming
game mechanics
game balancing
data analysis
user feedback
team management
interpersonal skills
communication skills

Voodoo

Develops free hyper-casual mobile games

About Voodoo

Voodoo.io focuses on mobile gaming and app development, particularly in the hyper-casual game segment, which features simple and easy-to-play games that appeal to a wide audience. Their games are free for users, and the company generates revenue through advertising by partnering with ad networks like AdColony and Adjust to display targeted ads within their games. This approach allows Voodoo to entertain millions of users globally while providing brands with advertising solutions to reach mobile gamers effectively. Unlike many competitors, Voodoo emphasizes user privacy by allowing users to manage consent settings and ensuring no personal data is collected from children under 16. The company's goal is to create engaging mobile experiences while maintaining a strong commitment to user privacy and providing valuable advertising opportunities for brands.

Paris, FranceHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$480.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

BeReal acquisition may not yield expected returns if popularity doesn't rebound.
Questopia's launch in China could face regulatory challenges.
Wizz app's 'Teen Tinder' reputation may attract scrutiny from parents and regulators.

Differentiation

Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide, following Google and Meta.
The company specializes in hyper-casual games, attracting a broad audience globally.
Voodoo offers advertising solutions, enhancing brand engagement with mobile gamers.

Upsides

Acquisition of BeReal diversifies Voodoo's portfolio beyond gaming.
Partnership with AppHarbr improves ad quality, increasing user engagement and revenue.
Successful launch of Questopia in China expands Voodoo's market presence.

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