Senior Game Designer, Unannounced Title

2 Weeks ago • 5 Years + • Game Design • $90,000 PA - $160,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

PeopleFun seeks a Senior Game Designer to contribute to new mobile game concepts from inception. Responsibilities include designing and prototyping gameplay systems, pitching new game ideas based on market analysis and player motivations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role involves iterative design based on data and playtesting, focusing on game loops and feasibility. Ideal candidates possess 5+ years of F2P mobile game design experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities within a fast-paced environment. Experience in the casual mobile puzzle space is crucial.
Must have:
  • 5+ years F2P mobile game design experience
  • Pitching game ideas and prototyping
  • Strong analytical & communication skills
  • Casual mobile puzzle game understanding
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Perks:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Performance Bonuses
  • 401K Match
  • Flexible PTO
  • Wellness Stipend
  • Free Lunch (Friday)
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Credits

Job Details

PeopleFun is an award-winning creator of mobile games for players across the globe. We are part of AppLovin, a publicly traded company, with world-class projects, resources, and infrastructure. PeopleFun is a Dallas-based game studio founded and led by game industry veterans, where game developers thrive on collaboration, creativity, teamwork, and fun. Our games are played by over 25 million players each month, and we have a number of exciting mobile games in development to fuel the future growth of PeopleFun.

We believe in bringing People together through Fun by creating the best in class social features and communities in our games that enables our players to engage deeply with other players. Secondly we endeavor to bring our studio teammates together by creating the very best game teams that foster healthy collaboration, incredible productivity, and life-long professional relationships.

Candidates who reside or will reside in the following locations are eligible for this role: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington State.

Job Summary
We’re looking for a Senior Game Designer to help shape new mobile game concepts from the ground up. You will be a core contributor to a fast-moving, small team in pre-production. Your focus will be on gameplay mechanics, systems, and player flow, ensuring what we build resonates with our players and stands up in a competitive market. You’ll collaborate with game designers, artists, engineers, and product leaders to shape compelling player experiences that are grounded in competitive insights and player motivations.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience with mobile F2P design, excels at breaking down games analytically, and thrives in environments where speed, iteration, and clarity are essential. This role requires strong design execution, clear communication, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

    • Design and collaborate in prototyping gameplay systems for new mobile game ideas in the casual puzzle space.
    • Pitch new game concepts informed by market benchmarks and player motivations.
    • Deconstruct top-performing games and identify actionable insights for differentiation or refinement.
    • Translate ideas into clear documentation, wireframes, and feature specs.
    • Work closely with artists, engineers, and product management to bring features to life in prototype form.
    • Iterate fast using data, internal feedback, and playtests to evolve your work.
    • Shape compelling, testable game loops.
    • Maintain focus on scope and feasibility, delivering impactful design work that supports iterative learning.

Requirements

    • 5+ years of professional game design experience, ideally with 1–2 shipped F2P mobile titles.
    • Track record of taking early-stage game ideas from pitch to prototype.
    • Strong understanding of game systems, loops, player progression, and retention drivers.
    • Ability to dissect games analytically and communicate findings clearly.
    • Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
    • Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
    • Deep understanding of the casual mobile puzzle space and related genres.
PeopleFun provides a competitive total compensation package with a pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this [CA-based or North America-based] position is $90,000-$160,000. Base compensation at PeopleFun is based on a number of factors, including market location, and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical and other benefits.

Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Performance Bonuses
401K Match Policy
Flexible PTO Policy
Wellness Stipend
Free Lunch each Friday
Generous Parental Leave & Family-Friendly Culture
Annual Credits for Professional Development & In-App Purchases 

PeopleFun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about EEO rights as an applicant here.

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