Senior Game Designer

Summary

Join PeopleFun, an award-winning mobile game studio, as a Senior Game Designer to contribute to the development of new mobile game concepts. You will be a key member of a fast-paced pre-production team, focusing on gameplay mechanics, systems, and player flow. Your role involves collaborating with designers, artists, engineers, and product leaders to create engaging player experiences based on competitive insights and player motivations. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in mobile F2P design, excels in analytical game breakdown, and thrives in environments prioritizing speed, iteration, and clarity. This position demands strong design execution, clear communication, and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional game design experience, ideally with 1–2 shipped F2P mobile titles
• Track record of taking early-stage game ideas from pitch to prototype
• Strong understanding of game systems, loops, player progression, and retention drivers
• Ability to dissect games analytically and communicate findings clearly
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Deep understanding of the casual mobile puzzle space and related genres

Responsibilities

• Design and collaborate in prototyping gameplay systems for new mobile game ideas in the casual puzzle space
• Pitch new game concepts informed by market benchmarks and player motivations
• Deconstruct top-performing games and identify actionable insights for differentiation or refinement
• Translate ideas into clear documentation, wireframes, and feature specs
• Work closely with artists, engineers, and product management to bring features to life in prototype form
• Iterate fast using data, internal feedback, and playtests to evolve your work
• Shape compelling, testable game loops
• Maintain focus on scope and feasibility, delivering impactful design work that supports iterative learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unity or similar engines
• Experience developing projects from scratch, taking them from concept to a fully realized product
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including comfort with live metrics and player data
• Familiarity with tools for prototyping, user flow, or mockups

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Performance Bonuses
• 401K Match Policy
• Flexible PTO Policy
• Wellness Stipend
• Free Lunch each Friday
• Generous Parental Leave & Family-Friendly Culture
• Annual Credits for Professional Development & In-App Purchases