[Remote] Middle Game Designer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. N-iX Games is one of the biggest game development and art production vendors in Ukraine and Poland, collaborating with leading publishers and media enterprises globally. As a Middle Game Designer, you will create and improve game mechanics, design high-quality 2D assets, and ensure engaging gameplay for players, while collaborating effectively with team members. Responsibilities • Create game-ready visuals — Design and illustrate high-quality 2D assets, including characters, environments, UI elements, and simple animations or interactive prototypes • Own the visual direction of game projects — Collaborate with developers and educators across multiple small games to define and deliver visual styles aligned with gameplay and educational goals • Contribute to gameplay design — Design intuitive interaction patterns, feedback systems, and rewarding mechanics that enhance learning outcomes and player engagement • Work within and define visual guidelines — Adapt to existing brand and curriculum-aligned illustration standards or help establish lightweight visual identities for new game concepts • Deliver production-ready assets — Prepare and export optimized assets suitable for lightweight web and mobile games (correct sizing, formats, compression) • Support a fast-paced production environment — Create efficient, scalable art solutions that meet deadlines without compromising quality • Champion user-centric design — Ensure visuals and interactions are intuitive, accessible, inclusive, and engaging for young audiences Skills • 3+ years of experience in game design, preferably in educational games, serious games, or interactive learning experiences • Strong 2D illustration skills, with the ability to design characters, environments, and UI tailored for children • Experience contributing visuals to shipped games • Solid understanding of game UX principles, including clarity, accessibility, player flow, and engagement • Practical knowledge of preparing and optimizing assets for small 2D games across web and mobile platforms • Strong understanding of game design theory, player engagement strategies, and UX best practices • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar tools • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams (developers, educators, designers) • Portfolio demonstrating game design and illustration work, including concept development and gameplay mechanics • At least Upper-Intermediate level of English • Experience working across both web and mobile platforms • Familiarity with 2D game engines such as Unity or Godot • Experience with 2D animation • Basic scripting knowledge • Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive game design practices • Flexibility across multiple illustration styles Benefits • Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible • A competitive salary and good compensation package • Personalized career growth • Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) • Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing • Education reimbursement • Memorable anniversary presents • Corporate events and team buildings • Other location-specific benefits Company Overview • N-iX is a software solutions and engineering services company offering team extension, software development, and product discovery services. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Valletta, NA - Malta, MLT, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://n-ix.com.