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Ofertas de trabalho (em outubro)

A Mr.Kite em Lisboa (remoto) procura:

Art Director:
“About:
The visual representation of Today is as vital as the gameplay itself. We need an Art Director who not only has an impeccable artistic vision but also understands the intricacies of bringing that vision from concept to engine. It’s about ensuring every art piece is technically feasible, consistent in quality, and perfectly integrated within our game world. If you’re adept at bridging the creative and technical realms of game art, you’re the leader we’re seeking.

Responsibilities:
Define and lead the artistic vision of Today, ensuring that every piece of art is consistent, high-quality, and aligned with the game’s ethos.
Oversee the entire art pipeline – from concept sketches to final in-engine assets – to establish technical and aesthetic guidelines for in-game art
Collaborate closely with the Creative Director and Product Designer, bringing a harmonious blend of creative ideas to fruition.
Lead the art department, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship while working closely with production support to manage the team’s output.
Liaise with engineers to ensure that the art aligns with technical requirements, optimizing for both aesthetics and performance.

Qualifications:
Proven experience as an Art Director / Art Lead in the gaming industry, with expertise in transitioning art from concept to engine.
Proficiency with 3D industry-standard tools like Maya and/or 3D Studio Max
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to drive artistic vision and oversee a team of artists through the entire production pipeline.
Deep understanding of the technical aspects of game art creation and integration into Unreal Engine.
Excellent collaboration skills, with a track record of working closely with both creative and technical teams.
A dedication to pushing artistic boundaries while maintaining technical integrity.”

Game Designer:
“About:
We’re on a mission to create an innovative world where players can express, build, and connect in new and exciting ways. Our game design is inspired by simulation games (e.g. The Sims, Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley), and open world games (e.g. Minecraft, No Man’s Sky, Subnautica). If you’re passionate about these kind of games and understand what makes them resonate with millions, you’ll find a home with us.

Responsibilities:
Design, prototype, and iterate on game mechanics to ensure optimal user engagement
Understand the nuances of progression, NPCs, mini-games and resource management to ensure players are constantly engaged and challenged.
Work closely with the creative director & art director to ensure the game’s vision is being achieved
Collaborate with art & engineering teams to ensure game mechanics are feasible
Use data analytics tools to assess player behavior, tweaking game mechanics based on feedback and data.

Qualifications:
Shipped at least one majorly successful title in a lead design role.
Experience in designing free-to-play games with an emphasis on resource management and/or NPC relationships
Strong technical proficiency with game design documentation, tools and software.
Proficient in data analytics and ability to draw insights from player behavior.
Experience in using Unreal Engine for ideation and enhancing design documentation.”

Principal Engineer:
“About:
While the fusion of game design and AI is integral, it’s the harmonious blend of all game components — from gameplay to graphics, networking to physics — that defines our vision for Today. We’re building a game where every component matters, ensuring a cohesive and top-tier player experience. As we push the boundaries of what’s possible, we’re looking for leaders ready to tackle the challenges and innovate alongside us.

Responsibilities:
Lead the technical direction of the game, ensuring a robust foundation for all game systems, spanning AI, graphics, physics, and networking.
Standardize and optimize feature & mechanics implementation in Today Project. Implement clean high-quality C++ code, blueprints, and optimization tools.
Mentor and collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, fostering an environment of innovation and technical excellence.
Engage with other departments, ensuring that the technical strategy aligns seamlessly with the broader game vision.
Champion the integration of pioneering technologies and methodologies to keep Today at the pinnacle of the gaming industry.
Address and solve high-level technical challenges, optimizing both performance and scalability.

Qualifications:
Comprehensive experience with Unreal Engine 5, possessing an intricate understanding of its tools and capabilities.
High degree of proficiency with C++.
Demonstrable experience having shipped multiple games, with at least one in a lead engineering role.
A balanced grasp of various game development domains, including AI, with the prowess to meld them seamlessly.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, adept at navigating complex technical challenges.
A deep-rooted passion for gaming, combined with a drive to innovate and set new industry benchmarks.”

Network Engineer:
“About:
We’re building interconnected worlds that will host a bustling community of players. Drawing from the vast, shared universes of titles like No Man’s Sky and the intricate social hubs of VRChat, our goal is to create a seamless and expansive online environment. As Islands are crafted and communities flourish, the backbone of it all is a robust and reliable network. If you’re someone who understands the challenges of maintaining online spaces and thrives on ensuring players can connect without a hitch, we’re looking for you. Dive in, and help us architect the digital bridges that will connect thousands of Islands and millions of residents.

Responsibilities:
Design and implement scalable server architectures to support a growing number of players and their intricate virtual worlds.
Collaborate with game developers to integrate online features, ensuring smooth and synchronous gameplay experiences.
Implement and maintain security protocols to safeguard player data and prevent unauthorized access.
Monitor network performance, identifying bottlenecks and optimizing data transmission.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in network technologies and best practices, ensuring Today remains at the forefront of online gaming.

Qualifications:
Proven experience in networking for online games or lite MMOs.
High degree of proficiency with C++
Deep understanding of client-server architectures, load balancing, and network optimization techniques.
Proficiency in network diagnostic tools and software.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and address real-time networking issues.
Familiarity with the specific challenges of networking for social simulation and building games.”

Blockchain Engineer:
“About:
Our vision is a seamless blend of engaging gameplay, advanced blockchain technology, and a thriving token economy. As we forge new pathways in gaming, we’re integrating our proprietary tokens and leveraging the potential of NFTs. We’re in search of a Blockchain Engineer who’s adept at both tokenomics and the NFT landscape, ready to lead in this technical domain and shape an unparalleled gaming experience.

Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and optimize smart contracts using Solidity, focusing on the integration of our proprietary tokens and the management of NFTs within the game.
Spearhead the tokenomics strategy, ensuring the stability, utility, and value proposition of our tokens in and out of the game ecosystem.
Collaborate with game designers to weave blockchain elements, especially token-based transactions and NFT interactions, into the core gameplay.
Implement layer-2 scaling solutions and sidechains to enhance transaction speeds and reduce costs.
Work closely with the security team to conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments, safeguarding our blockchain components, tokens, and NFTs.

Qualifications:
Deep expertise in Ethereum-based development with hands-on experience in Solidity, Web3.js, token development, and NFT platforms.
Proven track record in designing and implementing tokenomics for gaming or similar applications.
Familiarity with layer-2 solutions like Optimistic Rollups, zk-Rollups, and sidechains.
Comprehensive understanding of decentralized systems, consensus algorithms, and cryptographic principles.
Experience with integrating blockchain functionalities within game engines, emphasizing real-time token and NFT interactions.”

Game Economist:
“About:
We’re pioneering a dynamic in-game economy that seamlessly blends traditional free-to-play models with the cutting-edge potential of blockchain and NFTs. Today contains a rich marketplace where players trade, invest, and interact in ways previously unimagined. If you have a deep appreciation for game economies and see the potential of integrating blockchain, you’re in the right place. We’re looking for someone who understands the nuances of player behavior, the intricacies of virtual economies, and the transformative power of NFTs.

Responsibilities:
Design and oversee the in-game economic systems, ensuring a balance between player engagement, monetization, and fairness.
Collaborate with game designers to ensure economic mechanics align with the overall vision.
Analyze player behavior, spending patterns, and market trends to refine and optimize the game’s economic model.
Work alongside blockchain engineers to integrate NFTs, ensuring a seamless and rewarding player experience.
Forecast and model potential economic scenarios, preparing strategies for various market conditions.

Qualifications:
Extensive experience in designing and managing virtual economies, especially in social simulation or building games.
Proficiency in economic modeling tools and data analytics.
Strong understanding of free-to-play, micro-transactions, in-app purchases, and the potential of blockchain in gaming.
Ability to collaborate and communicate complex economic concepts to a multidisciplinary team.”

+infos(oficial): LINK

A Saber em Gaia procura Material Artist, Lead Envirnment, HR Director, Tech Designer, Physics Designer, Physics Programmer, QA Tester:

+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Game Designer – Casual Games (Almada, hibrido/Portugal), em que:
”
As a Game Designer you have a talent to create fun and exciting game experiences for our players. You’ll be an expert in all things Casual and an impressive track record of designing successful hybridcasual, casual or hypercasual games.

What Does The Job Actually Involve?
Working as part of the design team, taking responsibility for multiple mobile game projects, from an initial pitch all the way to global launch.
Keeping track of market trends and coming up with game ideas that will be well received by the ever-changing casual gaming audience.
Designing compelling game mechanics using modern mobile design principles.
Creating, balancing and tuning game mechanics, game difficulty and UI flow.
Creating levels and additional content using Unity, for new and existing games.
Evolving and adapting game designs based on play testing, feedback and live metrics.
Driving long term player engagement by understanding mobile players needs and motivations.
Supporting the Executive Producer on the project in delivering a reasonable and fun experience to our players

Your Hard Skills
A minimum of 2 years experience in a game design role with at least one published relevant game
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of mobile free-to-play game monetisation and advertising techniques.
Ability to work creatively in a demanding team environment.
Absolute passion for playing and making video games, especially mobile games.
Strong creative ideas and imagination, able to entertain players with challenges, humour, surprises and fun.
Positive attitude, self driven, able to work alone or as part of a team.”

+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Junior Level Designer (Lisboa/Portugal), em que:
”
Arkadium is seeking a creative and passionate Junior Level Designer to join our Product Team. As a Junior Level Designer at Arkadium, you will work closely with our experienced team to craft engaging and enjoyable casual levels that captivate our players. This is an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in the gaming industry and be part of a company dedicated to producing high-quality and fun games. This role reports directly to the Lead Game Designer.

Responsibilities
Craft fun and engaging levels for a variety of free-to-play casual puzzle games, such as match-3, mahjong, trivia, word games, and others
Playtest, iterate and balance level designs based on internal feedback, user interviews, and game analytics
Brainstorm and propose tweaks to the gameplay experience while keeping engagement, retention, and monetization potential in mind
Outline and document gameplay experiences aligned with the product vision for each level, in terms of layout, mechanics, pacing, difficulty, variety, and fit in the overall level progression
Create specification documents outlining how game features and gameplay mechanics work
Work with the Lead Game Designer to define level design guidelines and best practices
Collaborate frequently with a variety of other teams, including product managers, engineers, artists, and QA
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and casual game design best practices.

Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in game design or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Enthusiasm for casual games and a solid grasp of the elements that make them enjoyable and engaging.
Familiarity with mobile casual puzzle games and a strong interest in exploring innovative methods to enhance player engagement within this genre.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities coupled with meticulous attention to detail. Demonstrated capacity to iterate and refine designs based on feedback and data.
Strong analytical skills, capable of weighing the pros and cons of each decision.
A positive and constructive mindset that focuses on solutions rather than merely identifying problems.
Proficient in both written and verbal English communication, facilitating effective collaboration with team members.
A foundational understanding of how games function from a technical perspective.
Experience using Unity Engine is a plus.”

+infos(oficial): https://corporate.arkadium.com/careers/we-are-hiring/

Ofertas de trabalho (em setembro)

Procura-se um Game Designer, Action Games (Lisboa/Portugal), em que:
”
We’re looking for a Game Designer to focus on the action/midcore part of our games portfolio. We are the leading company worldwide in casual instant games and this is an opportunity to make a real difference in the direction of the company as we expand the genres we work with on this exciting new games platform.
As Game Designer you are responsible for working with the Game Product Manager to transform the vision for the game into gameplay, game features and content. You’ll be basing your work on KPI targets, building feature and content specs, and assessing the results of game experiments and improvements.
We are looking for someone with experience a design position on an FPS or online action game, who has a passion for new platforms and games-as-a-service OR someone with games-as-a-service experience and a passion for playing FPS or online action games.

Challenges & Responsibilities
Create the game design for one or more action/midcore games in our portfolio
Work closely with the Game Product Manager to turn KPI targets into delightful features and content for our audience
Spec out game features for engineers to build, and review quality before release
Drive the consumer testing strategy (quantitive and qualitive) with the publishing team

We are looking for someone with
Passion for building online actions games for a global audience of passionate gamers
Experience with live game design and the data-design-test-deploy loop
Comfort with working simultaneously at a high level of design as well as at a low level tweaking and tuning features and content
Drive for moving at high speed with KPI targets but also a soft consumer focus for our audience
Passionate, self-driven, and able to work with minimal supervision toward a common team or company goal;
Proficient in English – we’re a global team.

”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Game Designer – Casual Games (Almada/Portugal), em formato hibrido em que:
”
What Does The Job Actually Involve?
Working as part of the design team, taking responsibility for multiple mobile game projects, from an initial pitch all the way to global launch.
Keeping track of market trends and coming up with game ideas that will be well received by the ever-changing casual gaming audience.
Designing compelling game mechanics using modern mobile design principles.
Creating, balancing and tuning game mechanics, game difficulty and UI flow.
Creating levels and additional content using Unity, for new and existing games.
Evolving and adapting game designs based on play testing, feedback and live metrics.
Driving long term player engagement by understanding mobile players needs and motivations.
Supporting the Executive Producer on the project in delivering a reasonable and fun experience to our players

Your Hard Skills
A minimum of 2 years experience in a game design role with at least one published relevant game
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of mobile free-to-play game monetisation and advertising techniques.
Ability to work creatively in a demanding team environment.
Absolute passion for playing and making video games, especially mobile games.
Strong creative ideas and imagination, able to entertain players with challenges, humour, surprises and fun.
Positive attitude, self driven, able to work alone or as part of a team.

Your Soft Skills
Kwalee has grown fast in recent years but we’re very much a family of colleagues. We welcome people of all ages, races, colours, beliefs, sexual orientations, genders and circumstances, and all we ask is that you collaborate, work hard, ask questions and have fun with your team and colleagues.
We don’t like egos or arrogance and we love playing games and celebrating success together. If that sounds like you, then please apply.
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Ofertas de trabalho (em agosto)

Procura-se um Material Artist (Gaia/Portugal), em que:
”

Collaborate with art leadership and teams to establish, organize, and maintain our material library across all game content. You will be creating high-quality, physically-based materials to establish visual targets and support art efforts in our projects.
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um 3D Game Artist- Casual/Hypercasual (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
What You’ll Be Doing
Create environment and 3D art assets for games.
Optimize models for real-time rendering in Unity 3D
Provide reference art for game design and UI.
Design UI/UX elements
Contribute to developing in-game tools.
Manage and integrate assets into versioned repositories.
Seek feedback and collaborate for high-quality outcomes.

What We’re Looking For
Previous Unity experience.
At least 3 years of professional mobile game art experience (2D and 3D).
Proficiency in UI/UX design, Photoshop, Unity, and Blender (or other 3D software).
Familiarity with repository management, asset optimization, and pipeline creation.
Good English communication skills.
Ability to integrate art into Unity projects for testing.

You might also have
Experience in HybridCasual games
Familiarity with version control (GitHub).
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Lead Environment Artist (Gaia/Portugal), em que:
”

Responsibilities will include:
Lead a team of internal and external Environment artists
Collaborate with the Art Director, game designers, engineers and producers to balance creative vision with production realities and ensure artistic goals are met within technical performance targets
Sculpt/model UV & texture meshes in a PBR pipeline
Verify the quality of objects in the game, and make improvements where necessary to fit technical constraints and artistic direction
Be an active mentor and role model for the art team. Work to maintain morale and create an atmosphere of creativity and enthusiasm.
Be directly responsible for delivering art assets with top notch quality from team

The ideal candidate will have:
Experience in Autodesk 3D Studio Max (modeling and texturing tools);
Senior games industry experience with industry 3D packages
Experience working on published AAA games
Expert knowledge of Maya, 3DSMax, ZBrush and Substance Painter
Excellent knowledge of Art production on AAA games (PBR, Shader and optimization)
Strong portfolio showing 3D art and composition skills, demonstrating a high level of artistic creativity
Showing pro-activity and interacting with other colleges and departments to solve problems and improve workflow/pipelines
Expert knowledge of 3D pipelines and asset management
Familiarity with game development cycle and engines
Great understanding of architecture and urbanism
Good organization and time management skills
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Material Artist (Gaia/Portugal), em que:
”

Responsibilities will include:
Collaborates with art leadership and art teams to establish, organize and maintain our material library across all game content.
Creates high quality physically based materials using Substance Designer/Painter to establish visual targets and support art efforts across all game content.
Establishes organized material workflows in Substance Designer/ Painter. Collaborates in implementing and maintaining material pipelines.
Collaborates with other artists to build and integrate assets into visually consistent, high quality, and optimized environment art.
Anticipates and identifies production challenges to leads and Technical Directors.
Researches new tools and techniques to create more efficient and visually appealing environments.
Works with technical artist to develop advanced shader and material sets
Creates environment assets and scenes while considering hardware and design limitations and overall art vision of the project
Creates documentation supporting techniques and process and encourages the sharing of knowledge and ideas
Mentors less experienced members of the team

The ideal candidate will have:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in AAA game development or credit on at least one AAA title as material artist.
Expert skills in Substance Designer/Painter
Solid understanding of PBR rendering and the interaction between materials and lighting
Portfolio demonstrating a wide variety of tiled and one-to-one materials created using both procedural and 3d sculpted techniques and showing attention to detail, plausibility and an aesthetic eye
Prior knowledge and experience crafting 3D environment assets and scenes demonstrating:
Solid understanding of color theory and experience creating balanced color palettes with strong appeal
Good sense of form, volume, structure, and silhouette
Strong understanding of composition and balance
Solid understanding of efficient low poly mesh techniques
Strong UV layout techniques
Understanding of Texel density, memory limitations, etc.
Ability to follow concept/reference and ability to work with wide range of styles with minimal concept and direction.
Experience with high poly sculpting and modeling software such as Z-Brush & Maya
Experience with 2D image creation software such as Photoshop, Painter, 3D coat, etc.
Experience with world editors and level construction software
Excellent communication/collaboration skills.
Able to manage and organize work in order to meet deadlines.
Fluid and eager problem solve
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um HR DIRECTOR (Gaia/Portugal), em que:
”

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+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Senior Game Designer (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
What will you be doing at Miniclip?
Design and craft mission gameplay experiences and game features that deliver strong player engagement, retention, and monetization.
Take ownership of mission gameplay design and implementation, collaborating cross discipline to create new and exciting scenarios and moment-to-moment gameplay.
Participate as a key member of the product team across the product life-cycle, working on games in production, and live titles, owning and creating high-impact gameplay content updates for our existing portfolio of games.
Plan and execute mission designs within Unity using our proprietary tools and editors, from inception to finished product.
Review and iterate gameplay designs and mission implementation both during production and post release, incorporating feedback from key stakeholders and directing mission changes to balance game content based on analytics data.
Help identify and deconstruct new markets and opportunities, expanding the portfolio of the company and staying in the cutting edge of the mobile gaming industry.

What are we looking for?
4+ years’ experience of level and gameplay design for action/shooter titles, preferably on mobile.
An excellent knowledge and understanding of level and gameplay design.
Experience across the product life-cycle, from prototyping, through production, to updating a live free-to-play game.
Strong knowledge of the mobile & social game space, with exceptional understanding of current design techniques to deliver excellent engagement, retention, and monetisation.
Understanding of and experience with reviewing game analytics, developing insights based on data to make better informed design decisions.
Strong grasp of mobile user-experience design, and ability to consider & empathise with many different types of players.
Creative problem solver, with proven ability to create compelling gameplay.
Relentlessly self-critical always sees the pros and cons of each approach, and works tirelessly to improve design solutions. Prolific with high quality, well-thought-through proposals. ”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Principal Game Designer (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
About The Role
Drive the product vision for a new game concept from ideation and prototyping through production and launch.
Help build, lead, and nurture the growth of a team of talented Product Managers and Game Designers.
Share learnings with the broader product team and contribute to the overall development of our product strategy and portfolio of games.

What You’ll Achieve
You will identify an opportunity space and work with product leadership to build a game concept that clearly articulates how we can win in this space.
You will lead the prototyping efforts to prove out the concept and find its best expression by:
Carrying the product vision and defining the game design pillars that guide the team’s major decisions
Driving discussions and maintaining alignment on the team as you navigate through complex and ambiguous design spaces
Ultimately architecting a set of systems that meet your prototyping goals and give us strong conviction in the commercial viability of the game
You will have helped build and mentor a highly effective and engaged product team who push themselves and one another to their fullest potential.
You will become an expert in the opportunity spaces, genres, and game mechanics you explore during prototyping and share your learnings with the broader product team to advance our collective knowledge.
You will develop an independent design philosophy that upholds the key tenets of Fortis’ approach to products while adding your own unique approach to thinking about emerging patterns in service design.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful
A holistic view of game systems and the downstream effects of all design decisions throughout both the product and player lifecycle.
A firm understanding of fundamental design principles, metagame systems, game economies, and player psychology that allows you to design from first principles.
Ability to communicate your creative vision in a way that inspires and motivates teams.
Ability to articulate the nuances of abstract concepts and how they apply to complex, interrelated systems.
Ability to synthesize feedback from team members, user playtests, and other validation efforts into product insights and rapidly iterate on designs.
A razor-sharp focus on what matters and the discipline to ruthlessly prioritize against it.
Extensive knowledge of games as a service and live operations – you know what good looks like and can build efficient design processes, workflows, and tooling to enable it.
Enthusiasm for directing, mentoring, and otherwise elevating the people around you to do their best work.
A natural curiosity and eagerness to learn – we believe this is essential to our ability to stay ahead of the market and value this over years of experience. ”
+infos(oficial): https://careers.fortisgames.com/

Procura-se um Senior Game Designer, Combat (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
Mission
Create and improve systems in order to make a cohesive, seamless, real-time combat experience. Through these, create a set of well balanced, exciting characters that form the foundation of a strategically exciting game. Release engaging content inside architected systems at a steady rate, for a wide variety of players. Become a strong, foundational designer who governs from first principles.

Outcomes
Create a combat experience that feels well balanced, cohesive and supports the broader gameplay
Develop a strong methodology for creating balanced combat systems using hypotheses and testing
Create design documents to articulate the most important pillars and aspects of the gameplay experience, class creation and cohesive combat
Consider and evaluate data from gameplay in meaningful ways in order to improve the combat experience
Develop a strong understanding of the interrelationships between different buckets of content & systems, and articulate clearly to other members of the design team
Maintain a rigid schedule for combat quality and accessibility improvements
Analyze and adjust content quality and depth to avoid depreciating returns in design
Understand and incrementally improve internal content generation systems for all types of model data
Provide proposals and improvements for combat systems, broader design and live ops roadmap with content consumption in mind.
Create design overviews to articulate improvements in design thought, through incremental improvements of these documents via feedback
Help the design team in sounding out the fundamentals of new systems & new games

Competencies
Synchronous combat design experience
Working knowledge of Unity
Experience in balancing numerically using spreadsheets
Keen interest in games as a service and their workings
Understanding of the systems that drive progression in MMOs/RPGs”
+infos(oficial): https://careers.fortisgames.com/

Procura-se um 3D Artist (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
What You’ll Be Doing
Create environment and 3D art assets for games.
Optimize models for real-time rendering in Unity 3D
Provide reference art for game design and UI.
Design UI/UX elements
Contribute to developing in-game tools.
Manage and integrate assets into versioned repositories.
Seek feedback and collaborate for high-quality outcomes.

What We’re Looking For
Previous Unity experience.
At least 3 years of professional mobile game art experience (2D and 3D).
Proficiency in UI/UX design, Photoshop, Unity, and Blender (or other 3D software).
Familiarity with repository management, asset optimization, and pipeline creation.
Good English communication skills.
Ability to integrate art into Unity projects for testing.

You might also have
Experience in HybridCasual games
Familiarity with version control (GitHub).”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Game Designer (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
Responsibilities:
Collaborative game design: Work closely with the Head of Game Design and cross-functional teams, including artists, developers, and managers, to conceptualize and implement game designs that align with the overall creative vision and project goals;
Game mechanics and systems: Design and iterate on game mechanics and systems that offer engaging and enjoyable player experiences, while also contributing to the overall game balance;
Storytelling and narrative: Contribute to the creation of compelling narratives and game worlds that immerse players in captivating storytelling experiences. Develop characters, quests, and lore that resonate with our player community;
Level and environment design: Collaborate on designing and structuring game levels, environments, and puzzles, ensuring a seamless and balanced gameplay flow;
Game balancing and tuning: Analyze gameplay data and player feedback to fine-tune and balance game systems, ensuring fair and enjoyable experiences for players of all skill levels;
User Experience (UX) design: Collaborate with UX/UI designer to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience by refining UI/UX elements and interfaces;
Collaboration: Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and growth;
Market and competitor research: Stay up-to-date with gaming industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor games, leveraging this knowledge to inform the design and development process.

Requirements:
Proven track record: At least 3-5 years of experience as a Game Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful projects and a demonstrable ability to design engaging gameplay experiences;
Extensive game design knowledge: Deep understanding of game design principles, mechanics, and player psychology. Proficiency in various game design tools and software;
Creativity and innovation: A natural flair for creative thinking and the ability to generate innovative ideas that push the boundaries of gaming;
Strong communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas and design concepts effectively;
Team player: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, with a positive attitude and a willingness to receive and provide constructive feedback;
Passion for gaming: A genuine love for video games and a desire to create exceptional gaming experiences that resonate with players worldwide;
Adaptability and problem-solving: Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and solve design challenges effectively;
Educational background: A degree in Game Design, Game Development, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred, but relevant work experience will also be considered.”
+infos(oficial): https://infinitygames.io/

Ofertas de trabalho (em julho)

Procura-se um Game Artist Intern (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
About The Position
As a Game Artist Intern, you will play a key role in creating art for our new projects and our existing games. You will work closely with other artists, designers and programmers to create assets for our existing games and art styles as well as be part of building new projects. You will get the opportunity to work on our own established IPs as well as working with some of the biggest brand clients worldwide.

Life at The Gang – Fun, playful, fearless and always going forward!
We strive to deliver awesome digital experiences and have fun while doing it, always learning and moving forward. Working at The Gang you will have a lot of ownership over your tasks and be empowered to test your ideas and grow in a playful and supportive group.

Starting date: Depends on your internship period.

Reporting to: Art Managers

Location: Working 100% remote from home, with the option for hybrid/in-office work at our Lisbon office. Discord and Slack are your best friends.

Work time: Full time, company time zone CET
Responsibilities
Create assets like environments, props, VFX, animations etc. from scratch from initial design to final in-engine implementation
Learn how to optimize your assets and creations for streaming-based games
Build and create new experiences together with your team that will be played by a broad audience
Participate in problem solving and verifying the quality of your work together with your team and manager
Plan your daily tasks together with your team and manager
Have a role in a highly collaborative group with room to diversify your skills
Communicate and collaborate within a cross-functional team
Work closely with other 3D artists and follow provided directives and artwork

To be successful in this position
You are a self-driven versatile artist and a good team player
You are able to analyze and follow established art direction, create optimized assets from the design stage to final implementation, and convey it to others
You can create assets from scratch from initial design to final in-engine implementation in a timely manner
You communicate and collaborate clearly and effectively within a cross-functional team

Required Qualifications
1.5-2+ years of game art development school, with an internship as part of your degree programme
Demonstrable proficiency in a 3D modeling package such as Blender, Maya or Max
Knowledge of working with texturing in softwares like Photoshop and/or Substance painter
Experience working in a games engine, such as Unity or Unreal
Good understanding of technical constraints and game optimization
Proficiency working in a cartoony or stylized art style
Knowledge of working in agile and iterative workflows, like Scrum or Kanban
Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Desired Qualifications
Skills with animation, rigging or VFX
Skills creating 2D assets and UI
Previous familiarity with the Roblox platform”
+infos(oficial): https://careers.thegang.io/#section-jobs

Procura-se um Senior Game Designer, Combat – Demeter (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
Mission
Create and improve systems in order to make a cohesive, seamless, real-time combat experience. Through these, create a set of well balanced, exciting characters that form the foundation of a strategically exciting game. Release engaging content inside architected systems at a steady rate, for a wide variety of players. Become a strong, foundational designer who governs from first principles.

Outcomes
Create a combat experience that feels well balanced, cohesive and supports the broader gameplay
Develop a strong methodology for creating balanced combat systems using hypotheses and testing
Create design documents to articulate the most important pillars and aspects of the gameplay experience, class creation and cohesive combat
Consider and evaluate data from gameplay in meaningful ways in order to improve the combat experience
Develop a strong understanding of the interrelationships between different buckets of content & systems, and articulate clearly to other members of the design team
Maintain a rigid schedule for combat quality and accessibility improvements
Analyze and adjust content quality and depth to avoid depreciating returns in design
Understand and incrementally improve internal content generation systems for all types of model data
Provide proposals and improvements for combat systems, broader design and live ops roadmap with content consumption in mind.
Create design overviews to articulate improvements in design thought, through incremental improvements of these documents via feedback
Help the design team in sounding out the fundamentals of new systems & new games

Competencies
Synchronous combat design experience
Working knowledge of Unity
Experience in balancing numerically using spreadsheets
Keen interest in games as a service and their workings
Understanding of the systems that drive progression in MMOs/RPGs”
+infos(oficial): https://careers.fortisgames.com/

Procura-se um Principal Game Designer – Demeter (trabalho remoto/Portugal), em que:
”
Mission
Create and improve systems in order to make a cohesive, seamless, real-time combat experience. Through these, create a set of well balanced, exciting characters that form the foundation of a strategically exciting game. Release engaging content inside architected systems at a steady rate, for a wide variety of players. Become a strong, foundational designer who governs from first principles.

Outcomes
Create a combat experience that feels well balanced, cohesive and supports the broader gameplay
Develop a strong methodology for creating balanced combat systems using hypotheses and testing
Create design documents to articulate the most important pillars and aspects of the gameplay experience, class creation and cohesive combat
Consider and evaluate data from gameplay in meaningful ways in order to improve the combat experience
Develop a strong understanding of the interrelationships between different buckets of content & systems, and articulate clearly to other members of the design team
Maintain a rigid schedule for combat quality and accessibility improvements
Analyze and adjust content quality and depth to avoid depreciating returns in design
Understand and incrementally improve internal content generation systems for all types of model data
Provide proposals and improvements for combat systems, broader design and live ops roadmap with content consumption in mind.
Create design overviews to articulate improvements in design thought, through incremental improvements of these documents via feedback
Help the design team in sounding out the fundamentals of new systems & new games

Competencies
Synchronous combat design experience
Working knowledge of Unity
Experience in balancing numerically using spreadsheets
Keen interest in games as a service and their workings
Understanding of the systems that drive progression in MMOs/RPGs”
+infos(oficial): https://careers.fortisgames.com/

Procura-se um Game Artist Intern (trabalho em Lisboa/Portugal), em que:
”
Required Qualifications
1.5-2+ years of game art development school, with an internship as part of your degree programme
Demonstrable proficiency in a 3D modeling package such as Blender, Maya or Max
Knowledge of working with texturing in softwares like Photoshop and/or Substance painter
Experience working in a games engine, such as Unity or Unreal
Good understanding of technical constraints and game optimization
Proficiency working in a cartoony or stylized art style
Knowledge of working in agile and iterative workflows, like Scrum or Kanban
Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Desired Qualifications
Skills with animation, rigging or VFX
Skills creating 2D assets and UI
Previous familiarity with the Roblox platform”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um UI/UX Designer (trabalho em Oeiras/Portugal), em que:
“What will you be doing at Miniclip?
Designing and implementing UI for our mobile games.
Working closely with art lead, game designers, producers, project owners, and developers to define user issues and come up with the best solutions.
Assisting in a range of artistic tasks including GUI creation, sketches, 2D illustrations for in game and marketing purposes.
Ensure the integrity of the brand with attention to detail and quality of craftsmanship.
Display knowledge of shape, colour and composition with a good general art foundation.
Adopt different graphic styles depending on the project or task.
You will also be involved in making important decisions about the overall look of the game, taking ownership for screen designs, and developing art elements that enhance player experience and engagement.

What are we looking for?
3+ years of art design using tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator or similar.
Strong skills in creating 2D graphics for UI elements, such as icons, frames and buttons.
Confident and deep knowledge of Figma.
Be driven, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing business needs.
Able to build relationships and establish trust, respect, competence and confidence effectively and quickly.
Very pro-active and able to identify and solve problems across multiple platforms and pipelines.
Ability to work effectively with small to large teams in a deadline-driven environment.
Problem solving attitude.
Keen attention to detail whilst maintaining the ability to meet deadlines.
Fluent in English.

Big plus
Passion for entertainment and mobile games is a big plus.
Bonus if you can thumbnail and conceptualize ideas quickly.
Bonus if you have good knowledge of After Effects, 3D software and Unity”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Senior Game Designer (trabalho em Oeiras/Portugal), em que:
”
What are we looking for?
4+ years’ experience of level and gameplay design for action/shooter titles, preferably on mobile.
An excellent knowledge and understanding of level and gameplay design.
Experience across the product life-cycle, from prototyping, through production, to updating a live free-to-play game.
Strong knowledge of the mobile & social game space, with exceptional understanding of current design techniques to deliver excellent engagement, retention, and monetisation.
Understanding of and experience with reviewing game analytics, developing insights based on data to make better informed design decisions.
Strong grasp of mobile user-experience design, and ability to consider & empathise with many different types of players.
Creative problem solver, with proven ability to create compelling gameplay.
Relentlessly self-critical always sees the pros and cons of each approach, and works tirelessly to improve design solutions. Prolific with high quality, well-thought-through proposals.”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Lead Mobile Game Designer (trabalho remoto em Almada/Portugal), em que:
”
A Kwalee procura alguém com:
What Does The Job Actually Involve?
Planning, managing and overseeing of hybridcasual game projects
Motivate, inspire and mentor a small team of designers, encouraging a culture of constant learning
Support your team members on solving complex design, technical and implementation issues
Evolving and adapting game designs based on play testing, feedback and live metrics.
Driving long term player engagement by understanding mobile players needs and motivations.

Your Hard Skills
Track record of working either on successful hybridcasual games or alternatively has worked on both casual and hypercasual games
Knowledge of mobile free-to-play game monetisation techniques.
Ability to work creatively in a demanding team environment.
Experience managing a team
Strong creative ideas and imagination, able to entertain players with challenges, humour, surprises and fun.

Your Soft Skills
Kwalee has grown fast in recent years but we’re very much a family of colleagues. We welcome people of all ages, races, colours, beliefs, sexual orientations, genders and circumstances, and all we ask is that you collaborate, work hard, ask questions and have fun with your team and colleagues.

We don’t like egos or arrogance and we love playing games and celebrating success together. If that sounds like you, then please apply.”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um 2D Game Artist (trabalho remoto em Portugal), em que:
”
A Libretrend procura alguém com:
Responsabilidades:
Criar designs de personagens atraentes e visualmente distintos para os nossos jogos.
Criar animações suaves e cativantes para os personagens, incluindo movimento, ataques e expressões faciais.
Produzir artes conceituais detalhadas para ambientes, objetos e cenários, ajudando a estabelecer a identidade visual única dos nossos jogos.
Colaborar estreitamente com a equipa de desenvolvimento para garantir a integração perfeita dos ativos de arte no jogo.
Participar nas discussões criativas e contribuir com ideias inovadoras para aprimorar o design visual e a narrativa dos jogos.

Requisitos:
Experiência comprovada em design de jogos 2D, incluindo criação de personagens, animações e arte conceitual.
Domínio de ferramentas de design, como 2DToolkit, Unity, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, ou software equivalente.
Capacidade de criar arte original em diferentes estilos e adaptar-se a diretrizes de estilo existentes.
Forte compreensão de princípios de design, cores e composição.
Excelente habilidade de comunicação e capacidade de trabalhar de forma colaborativa com uma equipa remota.
Portfólio online que demonstre habilidades em design de personagens, animações e arte conceitual.

Benefícios:
Oportunidade de fazer parte do lançamento de uma nova linha de jogos 2D de uma empresa reconhecida por sua inovação e sucesso em outros setores.
Flexibilidade de horário e ambiente de trabalho remoto.
Remuneração competitiva com base na experiência e no desempenho.
Oportunidades de crescimento e desenvolvimento profissional contínuo.
Trabalhar com uma equipa talentosa, dedicada e com uma cultura inclusiva e diversificada.

Se é um(a) artista apaixonado(a) por jogos 2D e está animado(a) para embarcar nessa nova aventura conosco, envie seu currículo, portfólio dando destaque às habilidades relevantes e experiência posteriores.”
+infos(rede social): LINK

Ofertas de trabalho (em junho)

Procura-se um Physics Engineer (em Vila Nova de Gaia), em que:
”
A Saber Porto procura alguém com:
Responsibilities Will Include:
Partner with your team lead to discuss project needs and ideas + assess technical feasibility.
Work closely with AI, gameplay, and engine teams to transform a vision into accurate and authentic simulation experiences.
Explore opportunities to push the capabilities of our physics engine to its fullest potential.
Develop new and maintain existing physics features; writing, reviewing, and rewriting high-performance code.
Collaborate with technical directors to discuss memory budgets and system limitations.
Support artists and programmers in resolving complex problems, debugging, optimizing CPU and memory usage, etc.
Be the owner of the physics library, keeping it up to date and organized.
Document and share your physics programming knowledge + recommend our best practices.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
An undergraduate degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
At least 1-3 years of programming experience (physics, gameplay, AI, or engine an asset) or related experience *
Proficiency in C/C++ & advanced mathematical and analytical capabilities
Resourcefulness (you may not always have the answers, but you know where to find them)
A collaborative and innovative spirit
Experience with physics middleware (Havok and PhysX an asset)
Solid communication and interpersonal skills (you’re comfortable talking to content creators and code-owners alike)
An investigative approach to problem solving – you’re not one to just scratch the surface; you care to get to the root cause of issues and come up with long-term solutions to resolve them
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Worskshop Leader de Desenvolvimento de Jogos (em Coimbra), em que:
”
Tendo por base o modelo pedagógico estabelecido, os Workshop Leaders de Desenvolvimento de Jogos trabalharão diretamente com os alunos do Centro TUMO Coimbra para:
Desenvolver workshops de Criação de Jogos a partir dos materiais TUMO conjugados com a respetiva experiência e criatividade;
Avaliar os trabalhos dos alunos no final de cada workshop;
Avaliar as atividades de self-learning semanalmente;
Orientar os alunos, dando-lhes feedback construtivo para a sua evolução;
Promover a aprendizagem de uma forma colaborativa e proativa.

QUALIFICAÇÕES E PERFIL:
Estamos à procura de pessoas inspiradoras, criativas, “tech savvy” e sobretudo entusiasmadas pelo sector da Educação, que queiram fazer parte de um projeto desafiante, inovador e com grande impacto nos nossos jovens. Estas são as qualificações, competências e perfil específico que procuramos:
Licenciatura e pós-graduação em Desenvolvimento de Jogos ou 3 ou mais anos de experiência de trabalho semelhante/na área;
Domínio do programa Unity e C# (fator eliminatório);
Fluência em inglês e português, escrito e falado (fator eliminatório);
Excelentes competências pessoais e de relacionamento;
Experiência em educação e de trabalho com jovens (plus);
Postura responsável e confiável, tanto no trabalho autónomo como em equipa;
Disponibilidade para trabalhar presencialmente num ambiente jovem, de ritmo acelerado e multidisciplinar;
Disponibilidade para trabalhar em Coimbra depois de fazer formação em Erevan, Arménia.

CONDIÇÕES:
Regime de Trabalho: Presencial
Local de Trabalho: Coimbra – Centro TUMO Coimbra
A contratação será feita em regime de prestação de serviços, com um valor acordado por cada grupo de alunos que seja acompanhado por cada workshop leader (que se estima que seja entre 2 a 3)
Horário: A equipa de workshop leaders trabalhará em regime de turnos, com o horário a ser indicado pela gestão do centro atempadamente
Data de Início: 4 de Setembro de 2023
Durante o primeiro mês, o centro não está ainda em funcionamento, mas é necessário realizar trabalho preparatório e ter disponibilidade para participar numa formação em Erevan, na Arménia, antes de iniciar o trabalho em Coimbra em Outubro.
”
+infos(oficial): LINK

Procura-se um Lead Mobile Game Designer (em Almada), em que:
”
What Does The Job Actually Involve?

Planning, managing and overseeing of hybridcasual game projects
Motivate, inspire and mentor a small team of designers, encouraging a culture of constant learning
Support your team members on solving complex design, technical and implementation issues
Evolving and adapting game designs based on play testing, feedback and live metrics.
Driving long term player engagement by understanding mobile players needs and motivations.

Your Hard Skills
Track record of working either on successful hybridcasual games or alternatively has worked on both casual and hypercasual games
Knowledge of mobile free-to-play game monetisation techniques.
Ability to work creatively in a demanding team environment.
Experience managing a team
Strong creative ideas and imagination, able to entertain players with challenges, humour, surprises and fun.

Your Soft Skills
Kwalee has grown fast in recent years but we’re very much a family of colleagues. We welcome people of all ages, races, colours, beliefs, sexual orientations, genders and circumstances, and all we ask is that you collaborate, work hard, ask questions and have fun with your team and colleagues.
We don’t like egos or arrogance and we love playing games and celebrating success together. If that sounds like you, then please apply.
”
+infos(oficial): https://www.kwalee.com/jobvite