Website Playwing Bordeaux Studio
Are you a technical creative who sees games as a beautiful symphony of mathematical and logical systems? Do you believe that a “perfect” mechanic is one that balances player emotion with rigorous systemic functionality?
Playwing Bordeaux Studio is a high-impact, human-sized team located in the heart of one of France’s most vibrant cities. We are currently seeking a Game Designer to architect new systems and systemic content for our current and future titles. If you thrive in an environment where your ideas directly impact the gameplay loop and you enjoy the challenge of “Early Access” development and community-driven design, we want to hear from you.
Job Overview : Game Designer
| Category | Details |
| Company Name | Playwing Bordeaux Studio |
| Position | Game Designer |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Work Model | In-Person (Renovated Loft Office) |
| Location | Bordeaux, France |
| Core Skills | System Design, Balancing, Economy, Progression |
| Experience | 3+ Years in a similar role (Shipped Title Required) |
| Salary | Competitive; Remuneration based on level of experience |
The Mission: Designing Engagement
As our Game Designer, your primary mission is to identify the core challenges of our game mechanics and find creative solutions that prioritize the player experience. You will be the architect of the invisible rules that make our games addictive, fair, and deeply engaging.
1. Systems Architecture & Documentation
You will be responsible for the “blueprints” of the game. This involves:
Core Loops: Creating, documenting, and iterating on gameplay loops, economic models, and player progression systems.
Creative Collaboration: Drafting high-level Game Design Documents (GDD) in close partnership with our Creative Director.
Cross-Functional Communication: Acting as the primary bridge between design and production, explaining and enriching your documents through daily interactions with developers and artists.
2. The Art of Balancing
A great system is nothing without perfect tuning. You will:
Data-Driven Adjustments: Fine-tune units, items, resources, and various character stats to ensure a smooth, rewarding player curve.
Constraint Management: Maintaining a high bar for quality while working strictly within technical and design limitations.
Iterative Design: Using playtest data and community feedback to polish mechanics until they shine.
3. Hands-On Implementation & Testing
At Playwing Bordeaux Studio, designers aren’t just theorists; they are practitioners.
Direct Testing: Regularly playing the game to ensure design principles are properly integrated and that the “feel” matches the documentation.
Feedback Integration: Practice iterative design techniques to integrate player feedback and playtest data into the core experience.
Candidate Profile: The Rigorous Creative
Playwing Bordeaux Studio is looking for someone who is both a curious technician and a disciplined artist. You understand that functionality is the foundation of beauty in game design.
The Essentials:
Proven Track Record: At least 3 years of experience in a similar role on at least one successfully released title.
Systemic Expertise: Extensive experience in content and systems design, with a demonstrated ability to create impactful, meaningful mechanics.
Formal Reasoning: A strong command of analysis and logical reasoning. You can break down complex problems into logical, solvable components.
Team Synergy: You are proactive, enjoy collaborative environments, and know how to take ownership of your tasks.
The “Extra” Skills (Nice to Have):
Analytical Mindset: You view games through the lens of logic and math. You are an Excel or Google Sheets power user for modeling economies and systems.
Technical Versatility: Knowledge of scripting and a “can-do” attitude in a human-sized studio setting.
Early Access Experience: Experience managing player feedback and adjusting designs based on a live community’s needs during early launch phases.
What Life at Playwing Looks Like
Playwing Bordeaux Studio believe that a creative mind needs the right environment to flourish. Our office is more than just a workplace; it’s a community.
The Bordeaux Loft Experience
Based in a beautifully renovated loft in the city center, our studio offers:
Wellness & Fun: An on-site gym and a dedicated music room for when you need to switch gears.
Dynamic Studio Life: Regular workshops and half-day team-building events to keep the creative energy flowing.
The Full Package
Health & Security: 100% health insurance coverage and meal vouchers.
Daily Flexibility: A collaborative atmosphere with daily flexibility regarding working hours and organization.
Financial Incentives: Annual bonuses (vacation, mobility) and a unique access to a share ownership program.
Relocation Support: Moving to Bordeaux? We offer a relocation package to help you settle into your new home.
How to Apply
If you are ready to build systems that players will remember for years, we want to see your portfolio.
Required Materials: Please provide your CV, cover letter, references, and a link to your website/portfolio (if applicable).
Attention: Recruitment Manager
Join Playwing Bordeaux Studio and help us define the next generation of systemic gaming.
To apply for this job please visit www.playwing.com.