Game Design Director - Star Trek Fleet Command

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Game Design Director to lead the Star Trek Fleet Command team in Dublin on a hybrid working basis. Visa sponsorship and relocation support are provided for candidates from any location. At Scopely, we are passionate about creating engaging gameplay and community connections for millions of players worldwide. Star Trek Fleet Command is a top-grossing 4X MMO launched in 2018, and we are now driving its next phase by redefining traditional 4X gameplay through innovative design.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the content design pipeline, managing designers and live operations specialists to craft compelling player experiences.
• Guide teams through the creative process to deliver on the game's vision and meet player and product goals.
• Mentor and manage designers focusing on system and economy design to raise quality and engagement.
• Cultivate a high-performing, collaborative department culture via leadership and team development.
• Shape design standards and processes to exceed player expectations consistently.
• Collaborate with design leadership to shape the future of the game economy.
• Work cross-functionally with designers, product managers, analysts, and engineers to implement genre-advancing features.
• Use data analysis, player feedback, and personal playtesting to assess and improve performance.
• Plan content scalability and system integrity for long-term live operations.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in game design.
• Expertise in free-to-play (F2P) systems design and player progression modeling.
• At least 8 years designing systems or economies for live F2P games, preferably within MMO, 4X, or strategy genres.
• Proven mastery of complex F2P game economies.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage design teams effectively.
• Track record delivering clear creative direction and constructive managerial feedback.
• Comprehensive game design knowledge including concept development, progression, UI, monetization, and retention strategies.
• Ability to interpret key performance indicators and data to guide design teams.
• Proficient in spreadsheet tools, balancing game power curves, pacing, and resource management.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration within live production settings.
• Positive, thoughtful, and cooperative approach to game development.

Desirable Extras

• Deep familiarity with the 4X genre and F2P 4X game design.
• Knowledge of SQL, scripting, or simulation software.
• Passion for Star Trek, sci-fi, or strategically complex social games.
• Experience working on alliance or cooperative systems in large-scale games.

Additional Information

Applications including a CV written in English are preferred. Our company values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring a respectful work environment and equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of background. We support a tenet-driven culture and are proud to be recognised among the most influential and innovative companies globally. Employment at Scopely is merit-based and non-discriminatory. We caution candidates to avoid fraudulent job offers and only communicate through official Scopely channels.

Company Overview

Scopely is a leading global interactive entertainment company, known for hit titles across mobile and other platforms such as MONOPOLY GO!, Pokémon GO, and Star Trek Fleet Command. Since 2011, we have built a diverse and award-winning portfolio, reaching hundreds of millions of players globally. Our proprietary Playgami platform and a unified global team enable us to innovate and maintain our position as a top mobile games developer and publisher internationally.