Senior Game Designer

About This Opportunity

Our talent team is representing a confidential independent game studio in their search for a Senior Game Designer. This is a remote position based in the United States, working with a lean, agile team on an upcoming PC simulation title. The studio operates with high autonomy and has a proven track record of successful releases in the gaming space.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in setting creative direction for the game, including establishing game pillars, core design elements, and progression systems
• Develop simulation systems that blend player psychology expertise with mathematical logic to create interlocking mechanics and emergent gameplay
• Execute end-to-end design implementation, from paper prototyping and technical development through balancing and testing
• Work both independently and collaboratively with team members to deliver design solutions
• Build and maintain complex automated spreadsheets to simulate, balance, and validate progression curves and resource economies
• Implement designs directly in Unity engine and partner with engineers to develop custom tools

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of game design experience, including shipping at least one title from early prototype through launch
• Expertise in systems design with proven ability to architect dynamic rule sets rather than linear scripts
• Deep understanding of how game variables interact and cascade to create emergent gameplay experiences
• Strong grasp of player psychology and what motivates engagement
• Advanced skills in building mathematical models and simulation spreadsheets for game economies and progression
• Hands-on proficiency with Unity engine and ability to implement designs directly
• Working knowledge of game engine systems and ability to collaborate with engineers on tooling
• Self-directed work style with ability to thrive in a remote, autonomous environment

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, one of our recruiters will review your background and conduct an initial screening. If there's a strong match, we'll submit your profile to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all applications must come through our official process to be considered.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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