Game Designer

Big Blue Bubble is looking for a Game Designer who will be responsible for the game’s vision, and is experienced in all aspects of game design, including, but not limited to designing and planning systems, features, mechanics, and game content.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lead Designer and Producers to deliver on the creative vision for the project.
• Research and design features for a mobile, free-to-play experience with intent and a user-first focus.
• Perform advanced game economy balancing to optimize long-term player retention and monetization based on gameplay analytics.
• Write and maintain feature documentation for implementation and testing by design, programming, and quality assurance teams.
• Collaborate with art and programming teams to achieve project goals and create a premium experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Interactive Media, Game Design, or a related field.
• 4+ years of game industry experience in the mobile (preferred), PC, or console free-to-play gaming industry, having shipped a minimum of 1 title in a Game Designer capacity.
• Experience designing for UI-centric games.
• Experience with Unity (preferred) or Unreal Engine.
• Experience using Confluence and Jira (preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and efficiently.

Attributes & Skills

• Self-directed and motivated.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfortable working with a team.
• Enjoys playing a wide variety of free-to-play games and genres.
• Remains updated on current mobile game trends and game design strategies.

We know the above list is a lot. You don’t have to check every single box—we each bring our own respective strengths to the table. Let us know which of the above describes you and get in touch with us now to explore the opportunity further!

What Makes Our Studio So Exceptional

• Work-Life & Flexibility: Flexible hybrid work schedule providing a mix of in-office and remote workdays, plus a strong focus on work-life balance with minimal overtime.
• Growth & Impact: Smaller-scope projects providing multifaceted opportunities to build skills and try new things, alongside a paid game fund to continue expanding your industry knowledge.
• Compensation & Time Off: Comprehensive benefits package, annual bonuses, paid time off, sick days, wedding leave, and baby leave.
• Culture & Perks: Inclusive studio culture fostering strong collaboration and support, an in-office barista, and a full kitchen hosting daily popcorn, ice cream days, and food events.
• Fun & Amenities: Frequent team-building and social events (Pi Day, Office Olympics, escape rooms, gaming tournaments, movie days, and more), plus gaming consoles, an arcade machine, devices, and a massage chair.
• Community & Network: Focus on giving back through events like Extra Life, a variety of high-impact internship placements, and membership in the EG7 global gaming cooperative.

Big Blue Bubble is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from queer, transgender, Indigenous, BIPOC, d/Deaf, and disabled applicants. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. If you require accommodations at any point in the application or recruitment process, please submit them in confidence to [email protected].

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities: Big Blue Bubble would never ask an applicant for their Social Insurance Number, date of birth, bank account information, or other sensitive information in job applications. We would also never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an employment offer without conducting a phone, live video, or in-person interview.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.