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Senior Game Designer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in game design, interactive media, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure two-year work authorization with no lottery and indefinite renewals, making long-term studio careers in the U.S. straightforward to build.
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Amazon Game Studios is looking for a Senior Game Designer we build exciting new casual and innovative games using Amazon's GameNight phone controller experience as well as traditional controllers. Working with and guiding our development partners, you will innovate new categories in games, including working with best-in-class IP and creating new titles like Courtroom Chaos that utilize pioneering player-facing AI features.
In this role, you'll lead idea generation on what kind of great games will be best for all kinds of casual game players, with a particular focus on creative design and player-facing AI features that create magical, dynamic gameplay experiences that appeal to non-traditional gaming audiences. You will manage multiple games in development across multiple external partners and work cross functionally with production, art, UX, and tech partners.
The opportunity to delight millions of gamers is massive, but it's also an ambiguous challenge. You will leverage your game design knowledge and expertise to guide our external development partners in creating innovative experiences for Amazon customers who play games. Working in a publishing capacity, you'll establish respectful and collaborative relationships with world-class game developers. You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and will collaborate with stakeholders to resolve ambiguity and balance competing priorities.
Key job responsibilities
- Partner with and guide external game developers to ideate, design, and launch great original casual games on Luna including Amazon GameNight experiences
- Design gameplay features that support engaging, accessible gameplay for mass market audiences
- Provide compelling vision and thought-leadership to develop inventive new game ideas that leverage runtime AI to personalize and enhance player experiences
- Provide prompt engineering expertise to advise and mentor our partners
- Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and interface with all levels within the organization with candor and respect
- Be able to take the high strategic view as well as dive deep and execute at an individual level
About the team
Amazon Game Studios applies the principles of Amazonian culture to the world of game design. We have a diverse team of talented, creative people pairing their love of making games with the unique strengths that come with being part of Amazon. Working in a publishing model, we partner with exceptional external developers to bring innovative titles to market, including games like Courtroom Chaos. While innovative AI games are a core pillar to our studio vision, we’re also developing games across different genres utilizing world class IP. Across all of our teams and locations, we are united by a common purpose: to share great gaming experiences with customers around the world. We believe in a future where everyone is a gamer and everyone can create, compete, collaborate and connect through games, and we are looking for the right people to help us build that future. With the power of Luna at your fingertips, you will have the chance to innovate in gameplay, creativity, marketing, and technology, while working alongside some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in Games Industry (supporting title Development, Release, or Live Ops)
- 10+ years experience as a game designer working in the game industry
- Strong experience designing and shipping innovative and/or casual games across multiple platforms
- Excellent communication skills, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven design expertise with shipped titles demonstrating complex interconnected game mechanics
- Experience creating end-to-end game experiences from the concept stage to shipping
- Experience working with third-party developers in a publishing or partnership capacity to build great content
- Experience creating and documenting high-quality design guidelines and development strategies
- A portfolio that demonstrates process and capabilities in crafting compelling gameplay and robust game design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing player-facing AI features such as adaptive difficulty, dynamic content generation, intelligent NPCs, or personalized gameplay experiences
- Familiarity with runtime (not production) AI systems and their application to enhance player experiences, or demonstrated willingness to learn and adopt emerging AI gameplay technologies
- BA, technical or creative degree, or equivalent work experience
- A passion for emergent technologies and new gaming trends
- Experience working on large scale transmedia IP and/or with celebrity talent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle - 112,700.00 - 197,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Game Studios is looking for a Senior Game Designer we build exciting new casual and innovative games using Amazon's GameNight phone controller experience as well as traditional controllers. Working with and guiding our development partners, you will innovate new categories in games, including working with best-in-class IP and creating new titles like Courtroom Chaos that utilize pioneering player-facing AI features.
In this role, you'll lead idea generation on what kind of great games will be best for all kinds of casual game players, with a particular focus on creative design and player-facing AI features that create magical, dynamic gameplay experiences that appeal to non-traditional gaming audiences. You will manage multiple games in development across multiple external partners and work cross functionally with production, art, UX, and tech partners.
The opportunity to delight millions of gamers is massive, but it's also an ambiguous challenge. You will leverage your game design knowledge and expertise to guide our external development partners in creating innovative experiences for Amazon customers who play games. Working in a publishing capacity, you'll establish respectful and collaborative relationships with world-class game developers. You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and will collaborate with stakeholders to resolve ambiguity and balance competing priorities.
Key job responsibilities
- Partner with and guide external game developers to ideate, design, and launch great original casual games on Luna including Amazon GameNight experiences
- Design gameplay features that support engaging, accessible gameplay for mass market audiences
- Provide compelling vision and thought-leadership to develop inventive new game ideas that leverage runtime AI to personalize and enhance player experiences
- Provide prompt engineering expertise to advise and mentor our partners
- Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and interface with all levels within the organization with candor and respect
- Be able to take the high strategic view as well as dive deep and execute at an individual level
About the team
Amazon Game Studios applies the principles of Amazonian culture to the world of game design. We have a diverse team of talented, creative people pairing their love of making games with the unique strengths that come with being part of Amazon. Working in a publishing model, we partner with exceptional external developers to bring innovative titles to market, including games like Courtroom Chaos. While innovative AI games are a core pillar to our studio vision, we’re also developing games across different genres utilizing world class IP. Across all of our teams and locations, we are united by a common purpose: to share great gaming experiences with customers around the world. We believe in a future where everyone is a gamer and everyone can create, compete, collaborate and connect through games, and we are looking for the right people to help us build that future. With the power of Luna at your fingertips, you will have the chance to innovate in gameplay, creativity, marketing, and technology, while working alongside some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in Games Industry (supporting title Development, Release, or Live Ops)
- 10+ years experience as a game designer working in the game industry
- Strong experience designing and shipping innovative and/or casual games across multiple platforms
- Excellent communication skills, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven design expertise with shipped titles demonstrating complex interconnected game mechanics
- Experience creating end-to-end game experiences from the concept stage to shipping
- Experience working with third-party developers in a publishing or partnership capacity to build great content
- Experience creating and documenting high-quality design guidelines and development strategies
- A portfolio that demonstrates process and capabilities in crafting compelling gameplay and robust game design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing player-facing AI features such as adaptive difficulty, dynamic content generation, intelligent NPCs, or personalized gameplay experiences
- Familiarity with runtime (not production) AI systems and their application to enhance player experiences, or demonstrated willingness to learn and adopt emerging AI gameplay technologies
- BA, technical or creative degree, or equivalent work experience
- A passion for emergent technologies and new gaming trends
- Experience working on large scale transmedia IP and/or with celebrity talent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle - 112,700.00 - 197,300.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Game Designer
Align your portfolio to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your portfolio needs to demonstrate that game design at your level requires a specific bachelor's-level field, not just general creativity. Showcase shipped titles, lead design credits, and GDD authorship to support the specialty occupation case your employer will file.
Target studios with prior E-3 or H-1B filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for studios that have filed Labor Condition Applications for game designer or related roles. Prior filings mean their HR and legal teams already understand the process, which cuts your onboarding friction significantly.
Request the LCA before your start date is locked in
Your employer must file the Labor Condition Application with the DOL and receive certification before you can attend your consulate interview. Build at least three to four weeks of LCA processing time into your timeline when negotiating your start date.
Prepare an Australian credential equivalency letter early
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but you'll need documentation to support that. Obtain a credential evaluation from a USCIS-recognized evaluation service before your employer submits the LCA.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA submission, DS-160 preparation, and consulate appointment documentation end-to-end, so neither you nor your employer needs to manage government filings independently.
Clarify remote-versus-onsite work location on the LCA
The LCA must list the specific worksite address where you'll primarily perform the role. If your studio operates across multiple offices or offers a hybrid arrangement, confirm the designated work location with your employer before DOL filing to avoid a certified LCA that doesn't match your actual work arrangement.
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How do I find Senior Game Designer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most studio job postings don't explicitly advertise E-3 sponsorship because it's less familiar to U.S. employers than the H-1B. Migrate Mate surfaces Senior Game Designer roles from employers with active E-3 or H-1B filing history, so you're targeting studios already set up to sponsor Australian professionals rather than educating every recruiter from scratch.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Senior Game Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific related field such as game design, interactive media, computer science, or digital arts, and your employer can document that requirement. Generalist or junior roles that accept any degree regardless of field are harder to support. Senior-level positions with design system ownership, lead credits, or technical design responsibilities typically meet the specialty occupation threshold more cleanly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Senior Game Designer roles?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year and receive a decision based on your individual case. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 per year and requires a lottery selection before you can even file. For Australian game designers, the E-3 eliminates the single biggest source of uncertainty in the U.S. work visa process entirely.
Can I change studios while on an E-3 as a Senior Game Designer?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by the DOL and a new E-3 visa stamp before starting with the new employer. Unlike the H-1B, the E-3 doesn't have a portability provision, so you can't begin work at the new studio while the application is processing. Plan for a gap between offer acceptance and start date to allow time for the new filing and a consulate appointment.
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