Math Game Designer - HCM

DigiSource's Client is Koban Studio, based in Singapore

At the company, we aim to create entertainment content unique and exciting experiences for our customers.   

We believe that technology can future-proof our visions, we leverage on cutting edge technology to drive the services we provide. As a team, we ensure that we understand the strength and weakness with every technology before adoption. We empower our developers to propose, evaluate and challenge ideas and methodologies in a respectful and pragmatic mindset.   

We believe in forging respectful and mutually beneficial working relationships with our partners, we tap into the collective wisdom of the industry to critically design products that satisfy the needs of the market. We encourage conversation and sharing within and without the company, keeping ourselves informed, search and discuss trends and patterns so that we may critically address our audience with thoughtful products.

Key Qualifications

1. Creating engaging and educational games that utilize mathematical concepts.
2. Meticulous with numbers and documentation.
3. Design core gameplay mechanics that promote strategic thinking and problem-solving using math.
4. Ensure a clear progression of difficulty as players advance through the game.
5. Balance entertainment value with educational benefit, keeping players engaged while reinforcing math concepts.

 Responsibilities

1. Develop math problems, puzzles, and challenges that are age-appropriate and aligned with learning standards.
2. Collaborate with mathematicians or educators to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of the math content.
3. Conduct playtesting sessions with the target audience to gather feedback on the game's mechanics, difficulty, and educational value.
4. Analyze playtesting data and user feedback to identify areas for improvement.
5. Quickly iterate and balance games using analytics and data collected from players.
6. Ensure the game adheres to best practices for educational game design.

Requirements :

1. Language (Spoken): English (Mandarin is a bonus)
2. Software Proficiency: Cocos Creator, Android and various tools and technology
3. Skill Sets: Strong Writing, Oral and communication skills
4. Design practices: Create design in both written and visual format
5. Experience: Shipped casual / strategy mobile games or MMORPGs
6. Bonuses: Proficient in Cocos Creator/Unity3D

Desirable Attributes (Bonus):

• Independent, self-driven individual: Can pursue team goals & objectives without requiring close supervision
• Proactive: Able to actively engage peers to troubleshoot, solve problems and contribute ideas
• Lifelong Learner: open to acquiring new skills and growing as a developer
• Interest in Games.
• Interest in Technology
• Interest in reforming the game development industry.

Interview process: 1 round in Vietnam, if necessary, 1 round in Singapore

What we offer:

• 13th month salary bonus, and salary-performance reviews every 6 months
• Modern, professional and creative working environment
• Government social, health and unemployment insurance
• Paid days off (12 days/year)
• Team building activities throughout the year
•  Teamwork with international talents. 
•  Recognition and rewards.
• Creative and modern workplace.
• Work hard, play hard.

Location and Working Hour:

• Location: 485B Nguyen Dinh Chieu, ward 2, District 3, HCM
• Working hour: 9h - 18h on Monday - Friday