Devoted Studios

Game Researcher

Devoted Studios  •  Ukraine (Remote)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co-development, Porting, and End-to-End Art Production for the global gaming industry.

We collaborate across time zones to support projects on all major platforms, engines and styles - from AAA titles to emerging technologies. Our team includes world-class talents who bring deep expertise in external development, pipeline optimization, and creative problem-solving. Whether it’s porting games to new systems, enhancing gameplay features, or crafting stunning visuals, Devoted Studios operates as a trusted, flexible extension of our partners’ internal teams. We are proud to be the development partner of choice for industry leaders such as:

  • Epic
  • Xbox
  • Meta
  • Obsidian Entertainment
  • Riot
  • Gearbox Software

We are looking for a passionate and analytical Game Researcher to help us understand the live-service games landscape. You'll play games, study player communities, and translate your findings into actionable insights and forecasts that inform our product strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Play and monitor client games, with a focus on live-service titles;
  • Watch player content, streams, and community discussions;
  • Research games, market trends, and the broader gaming content ecosystem;
  • Build data-driven forecasts and assess the growth potential of games;
  • Write structured game overviews and research summaries.

Requirements

  • Coursework at a game art or game design school, or hands-on experience as a game QA tester;
  • Basic to intermediate knowledge of art styles and game art / content production pipelines;
  • Solid understanding of game mechanics and core feature sets;
  • Analytical mindset with a structured approach to problem-solving;
  • Proficiency with spreadsheets and Miro (or similar collaboration tools);
  • A genuine gamer with a wide breadth of experience across genres and titles;
  • Good English skills.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

We offer:

  • Strong and enthusiastic team – you will have the opportunity for knowledge sharing, learning, and professional self-development.
  • Direct collaboration with the Finance Director.
  • Interesting and challenging tasks – solve diverse and challenging issues of a growing organization.
  • Convenient working conditions – remote work and flexible hours
  • А chance to work in a highly professional and dynamic team working in an International Game Production company, attractive remuneration package, and opportunities to develop professionally.

This is a remote, full-time contractor position

We are an equal opportunity company and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contract without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Devoted Studios

About Devoted Studios

Devoted Studios — Your Strategic Partner for Stability and Scale in Game Development.

We provide solutions for Engineering, Co-Dev, Porting, and End-to-End Art Production.

Our custom, expert strike teams are designed to give studios the flexible scale and stability needed to thrive in any market condition.

What defines Devoted?

Deep Expertise: 250+ experts across 15+ countries, guided by seasoned leaders who know external development inside out.

Proven Track Record: 250+ projects successfully delivered to 90+ clients globally.

Industry Trust: Partners include industry giants like Xbox, Obsidian, Gearbox, Annapurna Interactive, and 2K.

With Devoted, outsourcing doesn't feel outsourced – it feels like true partnership.

Scale with Ease!

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Year Founded
2018
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