Game Design Lead

Overview

Lead the design and vision for major game systems in a hardcore MMO environment.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years of game design experience with a focus on hardcore audiences and systems design.

Locations

• United States

Requirements

• 5+ years of game design experience
• 2+ years in a leadership role
• Shipped at least one live game
• Deep understanding of systems design
• Strong familiarity with data-driven design
• Excellent communicator and collaborator
• Passion for MMO-style games

Responsibilities

• Own vision and design of game systems
• Lead and mentor game studio team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Establish high design standards
• Design systems for long-term engagement
• Analyze player data and optimize experiences
• Iterate on content cadence strategies
• Balance gameplay for fairness and depth

Benefits

• Flexible PTO
• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• Desk set-up stipend
• Well-being allowance
• Company retreats