Junior Game Designer

Life at Gameloft Sofia

We are a collective of avid gamers who create cross-platform games while living a culture full of energy, creative collision and fun. Ideas to break and fix stuff spark during internal workshops. Friendships grow over board-game tournaments. Theatre and Books clubs bring people together beyond the screen. Table tennis matches get competitive and parties are worth remembering. It’s a place where your best ideas actually make it into the build because games are created by cool people.

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

Main challenge

Collaborate with a talented team to define gameplay rules and create engaging experiences for millions of players worldwide, from initial concept to final implementation.

 

What it means on a daily basis

•Design and support game mechanics and features that align with the game’s vision

•Create documentation, including clear diagrams, UI mock-ups, and presentations

•Analyze and refine the user journey and first-time player experience

•Collaborate across departments (Art, Code, QA & Programming) to ensure high-quality feature integration

 

What success will look like

•In 3 months: You have a solid grasp of our tools and have contributed to your first live features

•In 6 months: You are independently managing small-to-medium design tasks and proactively suggesting balance improvements

•In 9 months: You are a key contributor to brainstorming sessions, seeing your ideas transition from sketches to active gameplay.

 

Who you would be working with

You will join a creative design team at Gameloft Sofia, working closely with:

•Game Designers who define the core mechanics and economy

•Artists & Programmers to ensure the visual and technical feasibility of your designs

•QA Specialists to ensure every feature feels polished and fun

•Producers who facilitate the overall workload of the game team

 

Your recruitment journey

•Step 1 - CV Screening

•Step 2 - A practical design task to showcase your creative logic

•Step 3 - Final interview with the Lead Game Designer, Producer and HR

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

•Creative mindset with the ability to propose structured ideas for gaming mechanics

•Strong interest in the gaming industry, specifically in how players interact with strategy or racing titles

•Analytical thinking and attention to detail when documenting or balancing game data

•Collaborative spirit, enjoying work in an agile, team-oriented environment

•Professional fluency in English (written and spoken)

 

WHO YOU ARE

•You enjoy solving creative puzzles and finding the balance between fun and technical constraints

•You are eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced, innovative industry

•You value clear communication and believe that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives

•You are detail-oriented and take pride in the quality of your work

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Benefits

•Additional health insurance including dental care and glasses reimbursement

•Hybrid work model with flexible working hours and shorter Fridays

•Food vouchers – 102 EUR per month

•Access to Multisport or Coolfit sports cards

•20 days paid annual leave plus one additional day off for your birthday

•Referral bonus and baby bonus

•Modern office at Sofia Tower 2 (Mall of Sofia)

•Gaming area with table tennis, air hockey, PlayStation 5, and board games

•Weekly fruit and snacks, daily hot beverages

•Access to internal trainings, studio library, and career development support

•Studio events, social gatherings, and charity initiatives

•Occasional gifts for special occasions

•Discount program with selected retailers and services

 

How to proceed

Send us your CV & Portfolio. We will process your application with full confidentiality and contact you if your profile matches our needs.