Lead Game Designer Jobs

Collaborate with 343’s Studio Design Director and other key stakeholders to define future Halo experiences.

Knowledge of standard industry game engines, design toolsets, and production pipelines

Create clear design documentation and review design team documentation for creative alignment, consistency, and completeness.

Be a consistent source of clarity, positive energy and an exemplar of Microsoft and Xbox values.

Have shipped at least 1 title released to consumers/shipped game.

Must have aptitude for technical knowledge, training and understanding of a job's requirements.

Typically possesses 3 to 6 years of relevant work experience. Performs professional level work.

****This is a 100% onsite role and not remote****

Must be fluent in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.

Develops solutions requiring analysis and research. Responsible for critical work and/or complex projects performed within a broader technical and business context.

Detail-oriented and highly efficient graphics production work.

Experience playing a wide variety of games, especially turn-based strategy and mobile.

Experience developing and/or working on a live service or mobile game.

Technical experience implementing gameplay mechanics (either via scripting or code).

An overview of the benefits and perks at Second Dinner:

Design and implement super fun new content

Organize and run effective playtests that generate actionable feedback

Outline the game’s concept and the storyboard for the overall game experience tailored to our target audience

Gaming experience on mobile and other platforms

4+ years of experience in professional Game Design

Have a basic knowledge of blueprints, scripting, and data tables

Knowledge of game engines such as Unreal, Unity, Lumberyard, etc

Balance item designs based on your own playtesting and feedback and data you’ve gathered from the team

Possess strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and adapt to rapidly changing needs.

Own and manage design-based website updates, collaborating with external suppliers as needed

Own and lead all graphic design requirements, which may include:

5+ years’ experience as an Art Director or Designer with a strong digital focus

UX/ UI experience across web and mobile

Product design experience is strongly preferred

Understanding of game development pipelines and asset management.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively

Design and develop custom fonts that align with the whimsical and charming aesthetics of an Animal Crossing / Ghibli inspired game.

Create font style guides and documentation for the development team to follow.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Competitive salary package based on skills and experience.

Experience designing levels for video games

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Passion for gaming and dedication to creating memorable player experiences

Flexible work hours and remote work options.

Health and wellness benefits package.

Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Ensure all games comply with relevant regulations, certifications, and licensing requirements.

Work closely with the product management team to develop and refine game roadmaps, feature sets, and release plans.

Manage the end-to-end game design and development process for third-party real money games.

3+ proven experience in game design and math, preferably in the iGaming industry, with a focus on real money games.

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.

Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Ensure all games comply with relevant regulations, certifications, and licensing requirements.

Work closely with the product management team to develop and refine game roadmaps, feature sets, and release plans.

Manage the end-to-end game design and development process for third-party real money games.

3 + proven experience in game design and math, preferably in the iGaming industry, with a focus on real money games.

Strong knowledge of game mechanics, player psychology, and industry trends.

- Knowledge of user experience (UX) principles and practices.

be a passionate gamer at heart, and have a deep knowledge and love for Skee-Ball

- Collaborate with the narrative team to integrate storytelling elements, characters, and narratives into the gameplay experience.

- Proven experience as a Game Designer, preferably in the mobile gaming industry.

- Strong knowledge of game design principles, mechanics, and best practices.

- Proficiency in designing gameplay mechanics, systems, and features that provide engaging and enjoyable experiences.

Manages the presentation, communication, designs, and robust documentation of features and content. Taking designs from one-page concepts to live management.

Stays up to date by researching market titles; sharing knowledge of useful designs and experiences with teammates.

4+ years of game industry experience. 2+ years of experience designing F2P games as a Game Designer or similar role.

2+ years of experience with Unity.

Strong knowledge of retention, engagement, monetization, and how to design for different player segments.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to pitch complex ideas to a non-design audience and get buy-in.

Experience in designing and implementing VR gameplay mechanics and interactions for multiplayer experiences.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and ideas effectively.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate on designs based on feedback and playtesting results quickly.

Experience working on shipped FPS titles or VR games, preferably with LiveOps elements.

Knowledge of scripting or programming languages, such as C# or C++.

: Middle Game Designer (FPS and VR Focus)

Rockstar interpersonal skills to ensure the ability to collaborate with varied levels of management, peers, and talent across varying teams

A continued learner and seeker of further education to pursue growth

3+ years of experience creating YouTube thumbnails

Knowledge and ability to operate basic camera equipment, lighting, and technology

YouTube obsessed and likes to have fun and be weird

A solutions oriented problem solver who isn't afraid of radical candor

Strong, foundational, design knowledge and problem solving skills

Passionate and knowledgeable about games with deep experiences across a wide range of games and genres

Collaborate with publishing partners to help evangelize and expand the organization’s broader understanding and knowledge with live service operations

Experience with game monetization and/or economy design, live service design, and/or systems design

Provide design analysis that generates recommendations for live service elements, monetization and economy, and game loop

Generate designs, documentation, and recommendations for products throughout all phases of the production and development process, including through launch

Implement gameplay systems and mechanics to enhance player experiences.

Proven experience as a Level Designer in the game development space.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic indie studio environment.

Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence and Perforce

Experience with Blueprints and/or the understanding of Gameplay Ability System (GAS)

Experience producing levels using Unreal’s World Partition and OFPA

Regular Playtesting – Remain knowledgeable of the entire game throughout production to ensure productive playtesting sessions and to provide actionable feedback.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

2+ years of Game Design experience on a multi-discipline team of at least 25 developers.

Extensive knowledge of games in many genres across all platforms.

Strong interpersonal skills—able to interact with team members of different disciplines.

Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Share knowledge and experience to mentor other game designers.

Minimum 3 years of industry experience as a Game Designer.

Experience scripting and prototyping AI in-engine. (Experience with UE4. Blueprints experience is a plus.)

Experience with developing features for Online Multiplayer is a plus.

Work closely with creative leadership to create, implement, and iterate on creatures and their behaviors.

Creatively solve problems in a collaborative atmosphere.

Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; able to work effectively in data-driven environment

Experience with UI design and implementation a plus

Polish moment-to-moment gameplay experiences with great attention to detail

Ambition for creating games that reach massive audiences

Fluent in at least one game editor (Unity, UE5, StarCraft 2 or Warcraft 3 editors)

Fluent in Lua or similar programming/scripting language

Project management or product development experience in entertainment or videogame industry required.

PROCESS: Process knowledge, attention to detail, timely follow-up and strong organizational skills.

Additional responsibilities will be assigned as needed.

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent direct work experience) and a minimum of 2 years of product development or related industry experience.

Must have strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to apply creative solutions within business constraints.

Must have excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills in handling complex situations with the ability to negotiate and recommend solutions.

Ability to work in teams, with managers and able to collaborate with creative and technical disciplines

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Participates in the creation and review of original mathematical models, new game themes and concepts for electronic gaming slot machines.

Reviews game software during development to verify game play and all game elements are of high quality.

Works with other designers in conducting and verifying mathematical calculations.

Creates and maintains all documents and files required for game development and submission to external regulators.