The Shanghai development studio of Merfolk Games is looking for a full-time Systems Designer to design, balance, and optimize in-game mechanics for CryptoCrusades, as well as the studio's subsequent projects.

We need someone creative, flexible, and proactive to:

• Optimize game systems, including: balancing components like resource costs/in-game timing, trade systems, crafting systems, and skills/abilities.
• Work closely with the programming team to implement innovative new mechanics and changes to existing mechanics to improve the user experience of our games.
• Design in-game economies to be straightforward and fun.
• Design and implement surveys to gather relevant feedback about the players’ in-game experience.
• Manage the company's Live Ops: analyze game data to adjust relevant mechanics.
• Brainstorm monetization strategies and general gameplay with the CEO and programming team.
• Be adaptable to the variety of needs and work requirements of a startup.

Perks:

• 7-hour work day, 5-day work week.
• A fun, friendly close-knit collaborative team that is passionate about gaming.
• Small international startup with a global outlook.
• Competitive salary.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Game Design, Mathematics, Statistics, Programming, or a related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in Systems Design or related career.
• Fluent in English and proficient in Mandarin.
• Programming Experience: Unity, C#, and VBA.
• Experience launching a game.
• Experience with Live Ops.
• Familiarity with multiplayer and strategy games.
• Knowledge with mobile gaming culture and monetization.
• Passionate about game mechanics.
• Thrives in a startup environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in blockchain technology.
  Entrepreneurial spirit.