Senior Game Designer

Rovio is part of the SEGA family and world famous for our flagship IP Angry Birds - want to know more about Rovio as an employer? Click here.

We are looking for a Senior Game Designer to strengthen our team’s expertise in designing complex systems and mechanics for our flagship title Angry Birds 2. In this role, you'll translate creative concepts into data-informed, player-centric designs that drive both engagement and business objectives.

You’ll also play a key part in elevating cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring that features are developed and implemented cohesively. Your deep knowledge of Casual and RPG mechanics will be critical in delivering exceptional player experiences and optimising our live service offerings.

Join a team of industry professionals in the creative studio in the centre of Stockholm! If not in Sweden, we can offer relocation support.

You will have impact and fun at work by:

• Creating and overseeing feature design, improving existing systems, and maintaining live events
• Developing new game concepts that balance creative vision with commercial success in F2P environments
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure features are aligned with business and creative goals
• Pitching and presenting design ideas using data and player insights to support decisions
• Reviewing and optimising released features using player data to refine and enhance the experience

Experience and skills we are looking for:

• Solid experience in game design, with a strong focus on systems and feature design
• Proven track record of creating successful features for Free-to-Play (F2P) and Live Service games
• Deep understanding of player progression, monetization strategies, and engagement loops
• Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver complex features
• Proficiency in using data and analytics to iterate and refine game designs
• Strong communication skills in English for pitching ideas and collaborating across teams

It would be nice if you also have the following skills:

• Understanding of UX principles to create intuitive and player-friendly interfaces
• Awareness of emerging trends in F2P, Live Service, and RPG game design
• Experience designing content that resonates with diverse global audiences
• Previous experience mentoring junior designers and fostering team growth
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management principles