Design Manager
This is a high-impact leadership role at Madbox, focusing on the continued evolution of 'Pocket Champs'. It combines hands-on design expertise with strategic people management to elevate the studio's design standards. It is a perfect fit for a veteran designer who wants to shape team culture while staying close to the product.
Madbox
Paris, Île-de-France, France · Posted 25 April 2026
The role
Overview
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About Madbox
Madbox is a mid-sized employer working in mobile gaming, based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Champion design consistency and quality across the entire project
- Mentor and coach individual designers to enhance their professional skills
- Collaborate with the Game Director to execute the long-term product vision
- Optimize design processes, tools, and team workflows
- Analyze market trends to bring fresh, competitive inspiration to the team
Essential
- Extensive background in free-to-play (F2P) mobile game design
- Proven track record in a leadership capacity such as Lead Designer or Design Manager
- Deep expertise in progression systems, game economies, and monetization mechanics
- Exceptional communication skills with a focus on coaching and mentorship
- Ability to provide actionable feedback on feature design and player experience
Preferred
- Experience scaling design teams within a high-growth studio environment
- Strong network and awareness of current mobile gaming market trends
- Background in improving design workflows and internal toolsets
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Hybrid work flexibility
- High level of creative ownership
- Collaborative and fun-focused work culture
- Opportunity to work on a top-tier scaling mobile title
- Professional growth in a fast-growing gaming studio
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