Posted 17 months ago
Senior Game Economy Designer (Project Based)
@ Amber Studio
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
Amber Studio is building a network of senior game economy designers for future project-based contracts. The role designs meta-game systems, monetization and content balancing for game titles, with a focus on Web3 and token-based economies. Candidates need 7+ years of game economy experience and English fluency; compensation is competitive project-based pay.
Responsibilities:
- Design meta-game systems and monetization mechanics
- Balance content and refine economies using models, testing and metrics
- Collaborate with designers, artists and programmers
- Mentor and give feedback to junior economy designers
- Pitch economy-driven feature and project ideas
Requirements summary:
- 7+ years as a game economy designer or equivalent
- Expert knowledge of free-to-play economy and monetization
- Advanced understanding of game metrics and KPIs
- Proven experience mentoring junior team members
- Proficient English communication and portfolio in English
- Extensive experience with Excel
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-06-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Work setting | Home, Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours |
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Amber Studio
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Full company description
Amber is a global game development company and network of specialized studios helping publishers and developers solve complex production, technology, and creative challenges across the entire game development lifecycle. Founded as an external development studio, Amber has evolved into a trusted long-term development partner, bringing together deep multidisciplinary expertise with the flexibility to assemble the right teams for every project. The company collaborates on some of the industry’s flagship brands and titles, such as Tetris, Pac-Man, Monument Valley, Sky, and Squid Game, while continuing to invest in emerging technologies, original IP, and talent development. Built on the belief that the future of game development belongs to adaptive companies, Amber helps partners navigate an evolving industry through innovation, collaboration, and long-term thinking. For more information, visit www.amberstudio.com.
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- Charles de Gaulle Plaza 15, 10th & 11th Floor, Bucharest, Sector 1 011857, RO
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- Business categories
- Video Games
- Information Technology
- Apps
- Software
- PC Games
- Mobile
- Online Games
- Console Games
- iOS
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- Other recorded names
- Amber Studio
- Amber
- Specialties
- Game Development
- Co-Development
- Live Operations
- Custom Engineering
- Innovation Agency
- and Development Services
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- Reported total investment
- 20,000,000
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Amber is a global game development company and network of specialized studios helping publishers and developers solve complex production, technology, and creative challenges across the entire game development lifecycle. Founded as an external development studio, Amber has evolved into a trusted long-term development partner, bringing together deep multidisciplinary expertise with the flexibility to assemble the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Computer Games |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Bucharest, Sector 1 |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2013 |
| Specialties | Game DevelopmentCo-DevelopmentLive OperationsCustom EngineeringInnovation Agencyand Development Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
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About us:
At Amber, we're always on the hunt for the most talented individuals in the industry to join our team. We're dedicated to delivering top-notch service to our customers and know that our employees are key to making that happen. We offer attractive compensation packages and plenty of chances to grow with us, and we're always on the lookout for ways to do things better. Our team works together towards common goals and we value each member's contributions to our mission of continuous improvement and innovation.
About the role:
Hello talented professionals! We're currently looking to expand our pool of talent and invite skilled individuals to join us by applying to this job posting. While specific positions may not be available immediately, we're proactively building a network of qualified candidates for future paid partnerships.
Amber is looking for an Economy designer specialized in Web3 games, you'll make a significant impact on many products in our portfolio, from NFT collections to in-game economy for token-based product. If you're passionate about Tokenomic, Gamefi, the challenges of Token issuance or how engage players with this new genre, we want to meet you!
Here's what you can expect:
- Profile Preselection: Our Talent Acquisition team will review your profile to ensure it aligns with our requirements and values
- Talent Acquisition Interview: Selected candidates will undergo an initial interview to discuss about their experience, skills, and fit for the role.
- Online Test: Qualified candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment to demonstrate their abilities.
- Technical Interview: Finalists will participate in a technical interview to assess their proficiency and compatibility with our team when a project staffing plan is made.
We're committed to finding the best talent to join our growing team, and we look forward to connecting with you throughout this exciting process.
THE JOB:
As a senior game economy designer at Amber, you'll make a significant impact on many games in our portfolio spanning different genres, platforms and hit franchises. If you're passionate about crafting deep economies that challenge and engage players, while mentoring the next generation of talented game economists, we want to meet you!
The Quest:
- Play a senior economy design role on several world-class game projects
- Design meta-game systems, monetization mechanics, content balancing, and more
- Leverage modelling, testing, and metrics to refine your work
- Work closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to turn your ideas into reality
- Champion the discipline of economy design by mentoring and giving feedback
- Use knowledge of game economy to pitch creative ideas for new features and projects
The Skills:
- 7+ years of experience as a game economy designer, or equivalent background
- Expert knowledge of free-to-play economy and monetization fundamentals
- Advanced understanding of game metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Proven experience mentoring junior team members
- Proficient English with outstanding verbal, written, and visual communication skills
- Extensive experience using common economy design tools, like Excel
- Collaborative spirit and love of teamwork
The Reward:
- Competitive project-based compensation
- Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse projects
- Clear communication and support throughout the project duration.
- Flexibility in project timelines and deadlines.
- Potential for long-term collaboration on future projects.
- Transparent and fair evaluation of your work.
As English is our working language, candidates are required to submit their CV and Portfolio in English. Applications not meeting this requirement may not be reviewed.
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