Principal Designer

<div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.&nbsp;</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-size: 16px;"><em>This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days per week in the studio). We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.&nbsp;</em></span></div><div><br></div><div> <h3 aria-level="1" role="heading">WHAT'S THE ROLE?</h3> </div> <div> <p>Frontier is seeking a <strong>Principal Game Designer</strong> to join our Design team in a key leadership role. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the creative direction of our games while leading and developing a team of talented game designers. Working as either the lead designer on a project or a strategic partner to project leadership, you will drive the overall game vision and ensure it is realised through engaging, innovative and high-quality player experiences.</p> <p>As a Principal Designer, you will combine hands-on design expertise with people leadership, overseeing major feature areas, mentoring designers at all levels, and setting the benchmark for design excellence across the studio. Your ability to inspire teams, make strong creative decisions and deliver outstanding game experiences will be central to the success of our projects.</p> </div><br><strong>WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING</strong><br><div> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Taking ownership of design for&nbsp;major feature&nbsp;areas,&nbsp;or&nbsp;where&nbsp;required&nbsp;leading design across the entire project.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Working with the Game Director to deliver on the game’s vision.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Providing line-management for design team members, developing their careers, and making the most of their capabilities.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Managing project risks, and identifying blockers and inefficiencies.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Driving quality using playtests, player feedback, QA reporting, and your own insights.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Designing game features, creating in-game content and balancing game systems.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborating closely with other development disciplines to build understanding and gain alignment throughout development.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Managing game design documentation &amp; communication across the team.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Working with Production to ensure effective feature prioritisation and work scheduling.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </div><br><strong>WHAT YOU'LL BRING</strong><br><div> <div> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Deep&nbsp;game&nbsp;knowledge across a range of&nbsp;genres,&nbsp;especially management and simulation games.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Commercial game design experience in a senior role.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience of&nbsp;designing and&nbsp;delivering&nbsp;major game features.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience&nbsp;of managing and motivating teams.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding of player psychology.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent presentation skills, and experience in presenting your ideas to stakeholders both within and outside the project.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of a variety of game design theories and methods.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to clearly communicate your ideas across a variety of media.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </div> </div><br><strong>BONUS IF YOU HAVE</strong><br><div> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working on management games.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of UX/UI design principles.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience&nbsp;of supporting and growing live games.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </div><h3>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU</h3> <p>You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.&nbsp;<br><br>Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.&nbsp;<br><br>We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>For queries, please email: -----<p>Find <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.co.uk">Jobs in United Kingdom</a> on Arbeitnow</a>