Senior Economy Designer – Puzzle Studios at Voodoo

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Mobile Gaming, Puzzle GamesIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in game economy design or monetization, preferably in mobile free-to-play
  • Proven track record in balancing live game economies and driving revenue growth
  • Strong data/analytics background; fluent in economic modelling and relevant toolsets
  • Excellent communication in English (written and spoken)
  • Bonus-driven, ambitious, motivated by impact rather than fixed salary
  • Highly proactive, action-oriented, resilient
  • Collaborative and communicative, comfortable working cross-functionally
  • Organised and reliable, able to report effectively to management

Responsibilities

  • Own the in-game economy across progression, currencies, reward systems, and monetization loops
  • Analyze live data and design A/B tests to validate hypotheses, optimize economy systems, and maximize monetization
  • Collaborate with game design, product, and analytics to align economy decisions with gameplay goals and business KPIs
  • Proactively identify opportunities for growth and present clear recommendations to leadership
  • Bring strong industry knowledge from puzzle, casual, midcore, or casino games to help elevate economy design practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Economy DesignMonetizationA/B TestingData AnalysisEconomic ModelingLive Economy BalancingF2P DesignReward SystemsProgression Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits include Swile lunch voucher, Gymlib (100% covered by Voodoo), premium healthcare coverage (SideCare, 100% covered by Voodoo for you and your family), and wellness activities in the Paris office.

What is the location requirement for this position?

The position is based in Paris preferred, with relocation required.

What experience and skills are required for the Senior Economy Designer role?

Candidates need 3+ years of experience in game economy design or monetization (preferably mobile free-to-play), a proven track record in balancing live economies and driving revenue, strong data/analytics background with economic modelling, and excellent English communication skills.

What is the company culture like at Voodoo's Puzzle Studios?

The team is part of a puzzle-focused studio working on a new title with strong early traction, prioritizing long-term retention and sustainable monetization; they value bonus-driven, ambitious, proactive, resilient, collaborative, and organized individuals motivated by impact.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Economy Designer position?

Strong candidates have 3+ years in game economy design, experience balancing live economies and driving revenue in mobile F2P (especially puzzle/casual games), strong data skills, and soft skills like being bonus-driven, proactive, collaborative, and organized.

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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