Responsibilities

Design core game mechanics, paylines, reel sets, bonus triggers, free-spin structures, progressive jackpots, and volatility curves, partnering with math/RNG specialists to meet target RTP and hold targets.
Design meta-game features, bonus rounds, mini-games, VIP/loyalty tiers, daily rewards, leaderboards, and tournaments to drive retention.
Shape monetization, virtual currency economies, in-app purchase packaging, coin sales, and ad placement.
Own UX/UI for game flow, onboarding, tutorials, session pacing, and win celebrations.
Drive LiveOps content, including seasonal events and limited-time features.
Write GDDs, feature specifications, and math-model handoffs for engineering and QA.
Analyze KPIs such as ARPDAU, D1/D7/D30 retention, session length, and LTV; propose tuning changes and A/B tests.
Use AI tools for rapid prototyping, concept art, specification drafting, and research synthesis.

Requirements

5+ years of mobile, web game, or interaction design experience.
iGaming or social gaming experience strongly preferred, including knowledge of player psychology and applicable regulations.
Ability to make independent design decisions under ambiguity and escalate issues appropriately.
Proficiency with AI-assisted design and development tools such as Figma AI, Higgsfield, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or Copilot.
Fluency with spreadsheets or simulation tools for reasoning about RTP, volatility, and hold.
Strong documentation skills, including specifications that other disciplines can execute with minimal clarification.
Data literacy, with the ability to interpret dashboards, form hypotheses, and propose tests.

Experience with real-money gaming compliance in US state markets.
Social gaming monetization experience.
Familiarity with progressive jackpots or multi-game linked systems.
Animation or motion-design skills for win celebrations, transitions, and UI feedback.