Lead Game Designer - Mob Control at Voodoo

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, Mobile GamesIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in mobile midcore games (strategy, 4X, or similar); 10+ years is a strong plus
Proven track record in gameplay design, balancing, and meta feature design
Experienced in contributing to the overall game vision and strategy
Strong skills in creating clear, simple design documentation
Ability to absorb and apply feedback from multiple sources with flexibility and no ego
Skilled at simplifying and communicating complex systems
Comfortable analyzing KPIs and player behavior to guide design decisions
Passion for mobile midcore games and deep knowledge of market dynamics

Responsibilities

Create new core loops and meta systems to drive engagement, social dynamics, and monetization
Develop design docs, user flows, and economy models, and propose A/B test ideas
Introduce new units and gameplay elements to refresh Mob Control, ensuring accessibility, fun, and monetization-friendly design
Partner with product managers, engineers, and artists to bring features from concept to live release, aligning gameplay, UX, and visuals
Analyze KPIs and player behavior to inform design choices and identify opportunities to boost retention, engagement, and IAP monetization
Own the product's vision, execution, and strategic direction to evolve the game into a top-performing title in the midcore game market

Skills

Game Design

Core Loops

Meta Systems

Monetization

A/B Testing

Design Documents

User Flows

Economy Models

Gameplay Design

UX Design

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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