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Talentgrator

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11 - 50 employees

Founded 2020

🎯 Recruiter

👥 HR Tech

🎲 Gambling

Recruitment • HR Tech • Gambling

Talentgrator is a recruitment agency specializing in IT and the iGaming (online gambling/entertainment) sector. It operates a talent marketplace and hiring platform that connects companies and candidates—offering job browsing, vacancy posting, an integrated messaging system, one-click applications, and a database of 30,000+ talents. The site highlights fast matches (300+ weekly), privacy for reviewers in the gambling industry, and tools to streamline hiring for employers and job search for candidates.

📋 Description

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of Game Designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous professional growth. • Own the end-to-end game design process, transforming creative concepts into engaging, market-leading slot games. • Design innovative gameplay mechanics, bonus features, progression systems, and player journeys that maximize engagement and retention. • Develop and maintain clear, detailed, and well-structured Game Design Documentation (GDD) to support cross-functional collaboration. • Work closely with mathematicians, producers, artists, animators, developers, and QA teams to deliver exceptional gaming experiences. • Oversee the implementation of game features, ensuring design quality and consistency throughout the entire development cycle. • Analyze market trends, player behavior, and competitor products to identify new opportunities and keep the product portfolio ahead of the market. • Drive innovation by introducing fresh gameplay ideas, mechanics, and features that enhance player experience. • Review game designs, provide constructive feedback, and make key design decisions that align with product goals. • Leverage gameplay metrics, player feedback, and data insights to continuously refine game balance, UX, and overall performance.

🎯 Requirements

• **4+ years** of experience in Game Design, including **at least 2 years in a leadership role**. • Proven track record of designing and delivering successful **slot games** within the iGaming industry. • Deep understanding of slot game design principles, including **RTP, volatility, bonus mechanics, player engagement, and game balancing**. • Strong experience creating comprehensive and well-organized Game Design Documentation (GDD). • Hands-on experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing design teams. • Solid knowledge of the full game development lifecycle, from concept through release and post-launch optimization. • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to make informed, data-driven design decisions. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. • Passion for creating innovative, high-quality games that deliver outstanding player experiences. • Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English and fluency in Russian.

🏖️ Benefits

• Work in an international product company with strong expertise in the iGaming industry. • Competitive compensation package. • 20 days of paid vacation + Sick leave. • A friendly and creative atmosphere. • Opportunities for professional growth and development.