Lead Game Designer (World of Warships: Legends)
Job Overview We are looking for a Lead Game Designer to join the World of Warships: Legends team. World of Warships: Legends is a cross-platform gaming project available on consoles, PC, and mobile. It is a free-to-play naval action MMO that puts players in command of some of the most iconic ships in history. From agile destroyers to mighty battleships, players can choose from a variety of classes and nations as they battle it out on the high seas. The project is driven by highly qualified professionals who combine their talent with a passion for video games. As a result, our game has become a beloved hobby for millions worldwide, with a community that keeps growing every day!
What will you do?
- Lead the design of complex gameplay features and own them from concept through implementation.
- Guide and mentor the Game Design team, helping improve design quality, workflows, hiring, and professional development.
- Own and analyze key gameplay metrics, using data to identify risks, validate decisions, and uncover opportunities for improvement.
- Help shape the high-level product vision and translate it into a clear gameplay direction.
- Review major gameplay features across disciplines, ensuring consistency with the product vision, player experience, and project goals.
What are we looking for?
- 5+ years of professional experience in game design.
- Strong knowledge of the F2P market, current trends, player expectations, and monetization principles.
- Proven ability to design, balance, and improve complex game systems.
- Ability to analyze game metrics and player data, identify problems and opportunities, and translate insights into design decisions.
- Ability to lead design discussions, communicate decisions clearly, and align stakeholders across disciplines.
- Upper-intermediate English level or higher.
What can help you stand out?
- Experience designing user interfaces and user flows.
- Programming background or strong technical understanding.
- Knowledge of Russian.
Work mode Hybrid (3 days of work from the office).
This role is eligible for relocation & immigration support.
Benefits
Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:
- Additional vacation days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 5 days on top of the statutory minimum
- Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
- Sick Leave
- Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits
- Premium Private Health Insurance
- Career development and education opportunities within the company
- English clubs and a platform for learning languages
- Mental well-being program (iFeel)
- Commuting allowance
- Company events
- FitPass membership
- Discounts for employees
- Personal Gaming Account
- Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
- On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
- Seniority Awards
- Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.
