Game Designer Job at Stillfront, Miami, FL

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  • Stillfront
  • Miami, FL

Job Description

Candywriter is a leading mobile game studio located in Miami, Florida and part of the Stillfront Group . We have been developing niche gaming experiences for our players since the company's founding in 2006. Our collaborative team of developers, designers, and storytellers pushes the boundaries of interactive entertainment by creating games that are as fun as they are impactful.

Over 100 million players in our popular life simulation game BitLife experience the thrilling journey from birth to death, making choices that shape their character’s destiny. Players simulate a character’s entire life, making decisions that range from the mundane to the extraordinary. From choosing schools and careers to navigating relationships and unexpected life events, every choice impacts the character’s happiness, health, and success. With its blend of humor, drama, and realism, BitLife offers an unparalleled life simulation experience that has captivated a global audience.

We are looking for a creative, analytical, and systems-driven Game Designer to own and evolve BitLife’s core gameplay systems, including economy, progression, and procedural narrative frameworks. The ideal candidate for this role will also have a deep understanding of and appreciation for pop culture, internet humor, and emergent narrative design. You will partner with narrative designers, product managers, and engineers as you develop systems that will take BitLife to the next level.

This position requires relocation to Miami, Florida. We offer relocation support to help make your move as smooth as possible - details are discussed during the offer stage.

YOUR MISSION

KPI Translation
  • Translate product KPIs (such as retention, engagement, conversion) into system design hypotheses

  • Design, test, and iterate on features using data-informed decision-making

  • Architect, prototype, and refine a modern, data informed interface for the BitLife user experience

  • Adjust current mechanics and systems to ensure players enjoy a more fluid and frictionless journey

  • Use insights from player data to continuously evolve and polish the overall gameplay experience

  • Work with product managers to design and support live events, features, and content updates

Game Economy & Balancing
  • Build and manage in game economies designed for long term stability and health

  • Develop economic frameworks that align seamlessly with our established monetization goals

  • Evaluate current economy systems and introduce new models that heighten player engagement

  • Oversee and fine tune progression curves to ensure a satisfying pace of play

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner closely with engineering, narrative, and QA teams to build and ship memorable player moments

  • Coordinate with product managers and analysts to translate KPIs into actionable game systems

  • Foster a supportive and feedback oriented environment that encourages collective project ownership

Accessibility-First Design
  • Uphold our commitment to making BitLife an inclusive and accessible experience for every player


YOUR BACKSTORY

  • 5+ years of professional experience in the mobile gaming industry

  • Experience designing and tuning F2P economies

  • Strong understanding of retention and monetization mechanics

  • Experience working on live games with continuous updates

  • A proven track record with at least two successfully launched titles

  • A clear ability to manage and balance intricate branching logic systems

  • Excellent skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

  • Comprehensive understanding of game pacing and balancing techniques

  • A passion for procedural narrative games

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