Head of Game Economy

About the role

ChillBase studio, an independent developer of the social sandbox MMO One State, is looking for a Head of Game Economy. The role defines the project's economic vision, keeps the economy consistent across the product and leads the balance designers. The studio offers hybrid or office work, flexible hours and relocation assistance for candidates joining in Limassol.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the development of the game economy and define its overall economic vision
• Ensure consistency of the economy across the entire product
• Lead and develop balance designers, including hiring, reviews and feedback
• Implement and improve tools for analysing, modelling and monitoring the game economy

Required profile

• Strong mathematical and analytical background
• Three plus years of experience as Lead, Head or Product Owner in Economy or Balance
• Experience building and developing teams
• Experience with MMOs, simulators or games with complex multi-layer economies
• Nice to have: product analyst experience, personal experience of sandbox MMOs, launch or major rebalance of a live product with over one million users, and work on player-driven economies such as marketplaces and auctions

Required skills

• Deep understanding of F2P monetization mechanics in mobile games, including virtual currencies, in-app purchases, pricing and funnels
• Systems thinking: understanding how changes in one parameter affect the whole economy
• Ability to communicate economic requirements to designers, developers and product managers

What we offer

• Growth opportunities, regular salary reviews and a promotion system
• Hybrid or office work, flexible hours and the option to take days off
• Sick days without loss of pay and support in difficult life situations
• Relocation assistance for candidates joining in Limassol
• Official labour relations in Cyprus