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tombola • Sunderland, United Kingdom

Game Designer (Game Architect) - Sunderland - Hybrid

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Job Description

We're on the hunt for a talented and enthusiastic Game Designer (formally know as a Game Architect) to join our fantastic Game Development Studio team in Sunderland. This isn't just a job; it’s a chance to make a massive impact on millions of players!

What you'll be getting up to (a glimpse into your new role!)

You'll be a key part of our game development journey. A typical day might look like this:

  • Researching and analysing qualitative/quantitative data to identify and evaluate new game opportunities.
  • Creating concept documents to help to gain approval to progress new game ideas.
  • Working with design and engineering stakeholders to refine ideas that appeal to players and maximize revenue.
  • Presenting proposals to the management team, managing feedback, and setting clear targets.
  • Contributing hands-on to the development process and analysing game performance data once live.

What we're looking for in you (your superpowers!)

We're looking for someone who is highly organised and excels at influence without authority.

The Must-Haves:

  • Proven ability to analyse a range of data and conduct in-depth industry research to identify opportunities.
  • Expertise in identifying, refining, and deconstructing existing game ideas.
  • Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills.
  • Core behaviours demonstrating negotiation, pragmatic reasoning, and conflict resolution.

The Nice-to-Haves (bonus points if you have these!):

  • Understanding of UX/UI, design, or animation principles.
  • Experience of building or working on gambling games.
  • Strong Business or Data analysis skills.

Why this role is a game-changer for you

You’ll be making a huge impact on our products and player experience. This is a brilliant opportunity to help shape the direction of our team and technology stack, with immense satisfaction seeing your ideas go live and resonate with millions of players. You'll be the starting point of our biggest projects!

Ready to add your sparkle at tombola? If you're passionate about gaming and ready to make a real impact on millions of players, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and let's build some fun together!

Company benefits

Adoption leave
Enhanced sick days
Open to part-time employees
Work from anywhere scheme – available to specific parts of the business
Work from home budget – for fully remote employees
Free meals – Office based
Technology Loan
Enhanced sick pay
Health insurance
Gym membership
Compassionate leave
Private GP service
Theme park discounts
Travel insurance
Restaurant discounts
Coffee discounts
Cinema discounts
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Buy or sell annual leave
Optional unpaid leave
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Shared parental leave
On-site gym
Cycle to work scheme
Faith rooms
Bike parking
On-site catering
Fully stocked snack cupboard
Annual bonus
Equity packages
Referral bonus
Salary sacrifice
Life insurance
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Share options
Annual pay rises
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Sabbaticals
Volunteer days
Home office set up
In house training
Company freebies
Teambuilding days
Mentoring

Working at tombola

Company employees:

780

Hiring in countries

Gibraltar

Ireland

Italy

United Kingdom

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