Senior Level Game Designer Jobs
Senior level game designer jobs put experienced designers in charge of creative direction, systems ownership, and the cross-functional teams that ship games from concept to launch. Roles concentrate across Technology & Software, Education, and Gaming & Esports, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid positions at employers like Riot Games, Riot Games, and Epic Games hiring at this level now.
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Top stateCalifornia
Top employerRiot Games
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type73% On-site
Top industryTechnology
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PlayStudios
Lead Game Designer
Austin, Texas
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Senior Unity Game Engineer (Remote)
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Issaquah, Washington
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Sr. Manager, Game Design
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Riot Games
Sr. Manager, Game Design
Los Angeles, California
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Senior Game Security Engineer
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Epic Games
Senior Game Security Engineer
Cary, North Carolina
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Video Game Designer/Simulation Producer
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GovCIO
Video Game Designer/Simulation Producer
Air Force Academy, Colorado
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Lead Game Designer
PlayStudios·Austin, Texas
Job functions:
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in statistics
Full Time
201-500 employees
Job Description
As a Lead Game Designer, you will lead the design process, collaborating with the rest of the team to make truly standout products that break the mold on what a slot game can be. Along the way, you’ll create unique payout experiences that achieve perfect harmony between math and emotion. We are looking for mature creatives who can give and take feedback constructively and who can deliver business results. We are looking for visionaries who can be our design experts on existing and emerging game models and mechanics. The best games are still to be made, and you can be the one who makes them.
Duties and Responsibilities
PLAYSTUDIOS is the developer and operator of award-winning free-to-play casual games for mobile and social platforms. The company’s collection of original and published titles is powered by its groundbreaking playAWARDS loyalty marketing platform, which enables players to earn real-world rewards from a portfolio of global entertainment, retail, technology, travel, leisure, and gaming brands across 17 countries and four continents. Founded by a team of veteran gaming, hospitality, and technology entrepreneurs, PLAYSTUDIOS brings together beautifully designed mobile gaming content with an innovative loyalty platform in order to provide its players with an unequaled entertainment experience and its partners with actionable business insights. To learn more about PLAYSTUDIOS, visit playstudios.com
PLAYSTUDIOS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
California Residents: Please review our California HR Data Privacy Policy for information about our data practices.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Create mathematical models of slot machines and card games
- Create or adapt game features; offer new ideas and conduct brainstorming sessions
- Tune and model complex systems using Excel
- Write copy, messaging, and narrative elements of the game
- Create and maintain storyboards, wireframes, and design documents to communicate new features
- Work with software engineers to test and verify game math model simulations using statistical methods
- Analyze metrics and user feedback to derive insights and adjust game designs accordingly
- Remain up to date with casino game design trends
- Actively participate in the game development process, engaging the team and resolving issues
- Collaborate daily with your team, working together to solve problems and make great games
- 7+ years of experience in casino game development, game, and math model design
- Extensive knowledge of real money or social casino games and player psychology
- Excel expert, experience with VBA preferred
- Programming experience; preferably C/C++, C#, Java, or VBA
- Skills with one or more art/wireframing tools helpful: Balsamiq Mockups, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Demonstrated ability to work in a creative and collaborative, interrupt-driven work environment
- Able to give and take constructive feedback in a professional manner
- Passion for gaming; avid gamer with a solid understanding of game development and game genres
- Strong understanding of game balance and game pacing
- Ability to multi-task and work on more than one game at a time
- Self-direction, drive, and leadership
- Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Statistics, Economy, Engineering, or Computer Science; or demonstrated expertise in combinatorics, probability, and statistics
- 100% health benefit premiums for you and your dependents
- 401K match and Restricted Stock Units
- Flexible vacation policy
- Employee-driven entertainment, happy hours, and team-building events
- Snacks and drinks are available in the kitchen
- Casual work environment
PLAYSTUDIOS is the developer and operator of award-winning free-to-play casual games for mobile and social platforms. The company’s collection of original and published titles is powered by its groundbreaking playAWARDS loyalty marketing platform, which enables players to earn real-world rewards from a portfolio of global entertainment, retail, technology, travel, leisure, and gaming brands across 17 countries and four continents. Founded by a team of veteran gaming, hospitality, and technology entrepreneurs, PLAYSTUDIOS brings together beautifully designed mobile gaming content with an innovative loyalty platform in order to provide its players with an unequaled entertainment experience and its partners with actionable business insights. To learn more about PLAYSTUDIOS, visit playstudios.com
PLAYSTUDIOS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
California Residents: Please review our California HR Data Privacy Policy for information about our data practices.
PlayStudios
Lead Game Designer
Austin, Texas
New 1m ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in statistics
Full Time
Job Description
As a Lead Game Designer, you will lead the design process, collaborating with the rest of the team to make truly standout products that break the mold on what a slot game can be. Along the way, you’ll create unique payout experiences that achieve perfect harmony between math and emotion. We are looking for mature creatives who can give and take feedback constructively and who can deliver business results. We are looking for visionaries who can be our design experts on existing and emerging game models and mechanics. The best games are still to be made, and you can be the one who makes them.
Duties and Responsibilities
PLAYSTUDIOS is the developer and operator of award-winning free-to-play casual games for mobile and social platforms. The company’s collection of original and published titles is powered by its groundbreaking playAWARDS loyalty marketing platform, which enables players to earn real-world rewards from a portfolio of global entertainment, retail, technology, travel, leisure, and gaming brands across 17 countries and four continents. Founded by a team of veteran gaming, hospitality, and technology entrepreneurs, PLAYSTUDIOS brings together beautifully designed mobile gaming content with an innovative loyalty platform in order to provide its players with an unequaled entertainment experience and its partners with actionable business insights. To learn more about PLAYSTUDIOS, visit playstudios.com
PLAYSTUDIOS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
California Residents: Please review our California HR Data Privacy Policy for information about our data practices.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Create mathematical models of slot machines and card games
- Create or adapt game features; offer new ideas and conduct brainstorming sessions
- Tune and model complex systems using Excel
- Write copy, messaging, and narrative elements of the game
- Create and maintain storyboards, wireframes, and design documents to communicate new features
- Work with software engineers to test and verify game math model simulations using statistical methods
- Analyze metrics and user feedback to derive insights and adjust game designs accordingly
- Remain up to date with casino game design trends
- Actively participate in the game development process, engaging the team and resolving issues
- Collaborate daily with your team, working together to solve problems and make great games
- 7+ years of experience in casino game development, game, and math model design
- Extensive knowledge of real money or social casino games and player psychology
- Excel expert, experience with VBA preferred
- Programming experience; preferably C/C++, C#, Java, or VBA
- Skills with one or more art/wireframing tools helpful: Balsamiq Mockups, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Demonstrated ability to work in a creative and collaborative, interrupt-driven work environment
- Able to give and take constructive feedback in a professional manner
- Passion for gaming; avid gamer with a solid understanding of game development and game genres
- Strong understanding of game balance and game pacing
- Ability to multi-task and work on more than one game at a time
- Self-direction, drive, and leadership
- Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Statistics, Economy, Engineering, or Computer Science; or demonstrated expertise in combinatorics, probability, and statistics
- 100% health benefit premiums for you and your dependents
- 401K match and Restricted Stock Units
- Flexible vacation policy
- Employee-driven entertainment, happy hours, and team-building events
- Snacks and drinks are available in the kitchen
- Casual work environment
PLAYSTUDIOS is the developer and operator of award-winning free-to-play casual games for mobile and social platforms. The company’s collection of original and published titles is powered by its groundbreaking playAWARDS loyalty marketing platform, which enables players to earn real-world rewards from a portfolio of global entertainment, retail, technology, travel, leisure, and gaming brands across 17 countries and four continents. Founded by a team of veteran gaming, hospitality, and technology entrepreneurs, PLAYSTUDIOS brings together beautifully designed mobile gaming content with an innovative loyalty platform in order to provide its players with an unequaled entertainment experience and its partners with actionable business insights. To learn more about PLAYSTUDIOS, visit playstudios.com
PLAYSTUDIOS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
California Residents: Please review our California HR Data Privacy Policy for information about our data practices.
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Senior Level Game Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level game designer job?
Employers at this level look for designers who own outcomes, not just execute tasks. A portfolio that demonstrates shipped titles, design leadership, and systems thinking carries more weight than credentials alone. Candidates who can articulate how their decisions shaped player experience, mentored junior designers, or influenced production direction consistently stand out in the hiring process.
Which companies hire senior level game designers?
Companies hiring senior level game designers right now include Riot Games, Riot Games, and Epic Games, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of major studios, mid-size developers, and interactive entertainment companies looking for designers who can lead without close supervision.
Are there remote senior level game designer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by studio and role type. About 27% of senior level game designer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully on-site roles more common at studios that prioritize in-person collaboration during production cycles. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps narrow options quickly.
What makes a game designer role senior level?
Senior level game designer roles are defined by ownership, scope, and influence. Designers at this stage lead design pillars or entire gameplay systems, set quality bars for their teams, and make decisions that affect a title's direction without requiring sign-off at every step. Mentoring mid and junior designers is expected, and cross-discipline collaboration with engineering, art, and production is a core part of the role.
Which industries hire the most senior level game designers?
Senior Level game designer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Gaming & Esports, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on experienced designers to lead complex, long-cycle projects where creative and technical decisions carry significant production risk.