Consumer Game Planner (Lead Level) - Osaka

• Plan and direct the development of new and existing game titles.
• Lead project tasks such as battle systems, level design, and narrative design.
• Oversee all aspects of consumer game planning.
• Design in-game systems and create detailed specifications.
• Implement game data.
• Design and adjust level layouts.
• Develop character actions for fighting games.
• Create story concepts and implement narrative elements.
• Plan features related to online communication and networking.

Requirements

Must-have:

• Experience as a lead planner (team leader for 10+ members for at least 1 year).
• 3+ years of experience in consumer game planning.

Nice-to-have:

• Hands-on experience from project initiation to release for consumer games.
• Experience in training and mentoring planners.
• Experience in coordinating and negotiating with various stakeholders.
• Development experience in fighting games.
• Development experience in action games.

Ideal candidate:

• Ability to lead and motivate team members as a leader.
• Passion for games in general and strong affinity for SNK IPs.
• Self-driven, proactive in understanding the entire project and making proposals.
• Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration within large teams.

Benefits

• Free drinks available in the office
• Casual dress code (no uniforms required)
• Seminar and training support programs
• Special allowance for dedicated development roles
• Employee referral program
• Annual health check-up
• Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination
• Influenza vaccination support
• Employee consultation service
• Access to comprehensive welfare club services
• Full social insurance coverage
• Retirement allowance system

Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment!

Working Hours

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day)

Note: The above is an estimated working time, as this position is subject to a specialized discretionary labor system.

Holidays & Leave

• Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off)
• National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays
• Approximately 125 annual holidays
• Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire)

Compensation

• Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills.

Insurance

• Health insurance
• Welfare pension insurance
• Employment insurance
• Workers’ compensation insurance

Retirement Benefits

• Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan)

Retirement Age

• Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available

Additional Notes

• Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.