Remote Game Designer

Introduction: Shaping the Future of Play

We’re looking for a talented Remote Game Designer to craft immersive gameplay experiences that captivate players across platforms. As a core contributor to our creative team, you will conceptualize innovative mechanics, structure engaging game loops, and translate imaginative ideas into fully playable systems. This is an opportunity to influence the design direction of new and ongoing projects, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. If you're passionate about interactive storytelling, player feedback systems, and building worlds that inspire engagement, this role is your game-changing move.

Key Responsibilities

Design with Precision and Purpose

• Develop game concepts and mechanics aligned with player psychology and design goals.
• Create documentation for game flow, systems, and user experience
• Collaborate with artists, programmers, and producers to ensure cohesive game functionality
• Balance in-game economies, progression systems, and reward loops
• Conduct user testing sessions and iterate based on feedback
• Maintain design consistency across platforms and updates
• Translate player behavior into actionable design improvements
• Work with product managers to align game design with performance metrics

Work Environment

Collaboration Without Borders

Working remotely enables our designers to have the creative freedom and work-life balance they deserve. You’ll collaborate in real time via modern communication tools like Slack, Zoom, and Miro. Expect regular standups, brainstorming sessions, and design reviews to keep everyone aligned. We foster a culture of feedback-forward, where every voice contributes to shaping our titles.

Tools and Technologies

Your Design Arsenal

• Unity and Unreal Engine for prototyping and system design
• Figma and Adobe XD for wireframes and UX flows
• Jira and Confluence for task tracking and documentation
• Miro and Trello for concept mapping and sprint planning
• Google Workspace for daily coordination and feedback loops
• Playtest Cloud and Lookback for user testing and analysis

Qualifications

The Essentials for Game Impact

• 3+ years of experience in game design or interactive systems design
• Strong knowledge of game mechanics, progression systems, and balance
• Proven ability to design for mobile, console, or PC environments
• Understanding of user psychology and engagement models
• Familiarity with agile workflows and remote collaboration tools
• Excellent written documentation and visual communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Game Design, Interactive Media, or equivalent experience
• A portfolio showcasing gameplay systems, prototypes, and shipped titles

What You Bring to the Game

• Empathy for diverse player needs and accessibility in design
• Comfort balancing creative freedom with technical constraints
• A drive to experiment with emerging genres and hybrid game styles
• Analytical thinking and a willingness to question conventional mechanics
• A keen eye for visual storytelling and emotional pacing

Compensation and Perks

Rewarding Your Creative Drive

• Annual salary of $101,500
• Flexible scheduling with asynchronous collaboration
• Paid time off and wellness days
• Home office stipend and tech reimbursement
• Access to industry events and virtual conferences
• Game time allowances to stay inspired

Impact and Growth Opportunities

Build Worlds. Shape Futures.

Joining our team means more than shipping levels or scripting challenges—it’s about crafting emotional moments that connect people across continents. As a Remote Game Designer, you’ll have opportunities to pitch original game ideas, lead feature development, and mentor junior designers. Your work will have a direct impact on the narrative and technical evolution of our games. We believe in promoting from within, and we support every team member’s growth with quarterly learning budgets and tailored career pathways.

Call to Action

Let’s Create the Next Big Hit Together

If you're ready to design experiences that players remember, contribute to the evolution of remote game production, and work on genre-defining titles from anywhere, this is your moment. Apply now to bring your design skills to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and player-first thinking. Let’s shape the future of play—one system at a time.