Game Designer

Blastworks is seeking a creative and experienced Game Designer to join their Product Team in Victoria, BC. This in-office role involves conceptualizing, designing, and prototyping innovative gameplay experiences for social casino and multiplayer titles. The designer will define game mechanics, meta-game features, and production documentation, collaborating across disciplines to align designs with business objectives and bring top-tier mobile gaming experiences to life.

Must Have

• 5+ years proven experience as a Game Designer with multiple shipped titles, particularly in social mobile games.
• Background in production leadership or product ownership roles for free-to-play mobile games.
• Strong grasp of how probability and math models affect player experience and retention.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Deep understanding of player behavior and current gaming trends.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working cross-functionally.

Good to Have

• Experience designing casino-style games, such as slots, bingo, or social mobile apps.

Perks & Benefits

• Flexible working hours, Monday – Friday
• Extended Health, Dental, and Wellness package including EAP
• Parking or public transit subsidy
• A fun and inclusive team culture

About the Role:

We’re seeking a creative and experienced Game Designer to join our Product Team. This in-office role is focused on conceptualizing, designing, and prototyping innovative and engaging gameplay experiences for our social casino and multiplayer titles. You’ll help define game mechanics, meta-game features, and production documentation—playing a key role in bringing top-tier mobile gaming experiences to life.

What You’ll Do:

• Create compelling new game and feature concepts for social casino and multiplayer apps.
• Develop detailed design specifications aligned with Blastworks technologies and existing game systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines—including artists, developers, and stakeholders—to define gameplay mechanics and features.
• Work closely with the technology, commercial, and product teams to align game designs with business objectives.
• Produce detailed design documents, including game rules, user flows, and mechanics.
• Conduct playtesting and iterative design to improve gameplay and player engagement.
• Provide clear, actionable feedback to improve the quality and performance of game features.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years proven experience as a Game Designer with multiple shipped titles, particularly in social mobile games.
• Background in production leadership or product ownership roles for free-to-play mobile games.
• Strong grasp of how probability and math models affect player experience and retention.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Deep understanding of player behavior and current gaming trends.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working cross-functionally.

Nice to Have:

• Experience designing casino-style games, such as slots, bingo, or social mobile apps.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $60,000 – $90,000 CAD annually.

Exact compensation will be based on skills and experience.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours, Monday – Friday
• Extended Health, Dental, and Wellness package including EAP
• Parking or public transit subsidy
• A fun and inclusive team culture

At Blastworks, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel a genuine sense of belonging and trust. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our community. If you thrive in a fast-moving industry and love building experiences that players love, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an in-person position based in our studio.

Please apply directly to this job posting with your resume. No phone calls please.