Lead Game Designer, Core (World of Tanks: HEAT )

Job Overview

As the Lead Core Gameplay Designer, you will own the end-to-end player experience. You are responsible for the systems that define how the player interacts with the world—combat, traversal, and core loops. You will lead a team of designers to create deep, engaging mechanics that remain satisfying from the first hour to the hundredth.

Reports to

Design Manager

What will you do?

• Work with Creative and Gameplay director to define for core gameplay systems and their development (e.g., the flow of combat, the weight of movement, or the depth of a progression system).
• Design complex, interlocking systems that allow for emergent gameplay and player expression.
• Write and maintain clear, concise Design Documents (GDDs) that serve as a source of truth for the engineering and art teams.
• Partner with UI/UX teams to ensure mechanics are intuitive and accessible.
• Lead and grow a team of designers, conducting design reviews and fostering a culture of rapid iteration and constructive critique.

What are we looking for?

• 4+ years in game design and lead positions, with a focus on systems or gameplay, including a lead role on at least one shipped high-profile title.
• Working within game engines (Unreal Engine 5, Unity, etc.) to prototype and balance mechanics directly. While games uses it's own engine it is quite similar to Unity.
• Ability to deconstruct successful games and translate those observations into actionable design principles.
• Ability to pitch ideas and explain "the why" behind design decisions to both stakeholders and technical teams.
• A strong grasp of UX principles and a passion for accessibility in core gameplay.

Work mode

• Onsite 

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Nicosia include:

• 21 days annual leave (additional days based on years of service: up to 25 days) 
• Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave) 
• Sick Leave (10 days top-up to statutory allowance per year)
• Maternity Leave (18 weeks top-up to statutory allowance per case)
• Career development and education opportunities within the company
• English Language courses fully covered by the company upon Manager’s approval
• Premium Private Health Care
• Mental well-being program (iFeel)
• Onsite gym and spa
• Free parking close to the Nicosia offices, based on availability
• Free drinks-equipped kitchen in every floor building
• Eurobank benefits
• Employee discounts (e.g. restaurants, bars, etc.)
• Personal Gaming Account 
• Onsite canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
• Company events, Social Clubs
• 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.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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