Overview
MobilityWare is looking for a Game Designer to work on our vast portfolio of casual mobile games. This position will be a key member of a small team in a start-up-like environment at a growing studio for MobilityWare. The role involves creating Game Design Documents to enable Engineers, Artists and QA to excel, and working directly in Unity to generate content and refine gameplay experiences. The focus is on delighting players while bringing new ideas to life with the team.
If you have a passion for gaming, apply now!
Responsibilities
- Enable Engineers, Artists and QA through the creation of thoughtful, implementation-focused Game and Feature Design Documents.
- Using Unity and in-house tools to create design game content.
- Use data to understand customers and create, tune, and balance features.
- Be a generalist game designer, ready to work end-to-end, from core loop development to live service management on new games and features.
- Seek out critiques and opportunities to improve; iterate without attachment.
- Become an industry expert on casual mobile game design.
- Be a team player who listens to, encourages, and supports others.
Qualifications
- 13 years of professional experience contributing to the design of casual or mobile games, either in a studio role or live production environment.
- A genuine passion for casual mobile games, with an understanding of what keeps players engaged over time.
- Able to write clear and structured Game Design Documents (GDDs) and iterate on them in collaboration with a cross-discipline development team.
- Experience creating wireframes, mock-ups, technical flows, and research materials to support early concepting.
- Familiarity with using data and player feedback to evaluate features and inform design decisions.
- Exposure to a range of design responsibilities, such as level design, economy tuning, feature planning, or QA/test documentation.
- A growth mindset and willingness to take on new challenges, absorb feedback, and develop new skills.
- A collaborative, respectful attitude with a desire to contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.
- Enthusiasm for joining a small, fast-moving team where adaptability and curiosity are key to success.
About Us
MobilityWare is one of the leading mobile game publishers of card and puzzle games. With our headquarters in Orange County and a growing studio in Utah, were dedicated to bringing joy to others one game at a time. Since Solitaire launched in 2008, MobilityWares portfolio includes FreeCell, MONOPOLY Solitaire, Spades, Hearts, Mahjong, and Bubble Shooter Pop, with over 600 million downloads.
MobilityWare has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Orange County and in Built in LA. We value a work environment that fosters professional growth and prioritizes wellness.
Perks
- Medical (100% paid option), dental (100% paid), vision (100% paid), unlimited PTO/Vacation, life insurance (100% paid), and a 401K with competitive contribution.
- Annual all-inclusive company trip for you and a guest. Destinations have included Hawaii, the Mexican Riviera Cruise, Las Vegas and Los Cabos.
- Free lunch, free snacks, and free drinks in the office.
- Casual workplace with a relaxed dress code and a newly remodeled office in Irvine.
- Growth opportunities as the company expands.
- Annual Game Jam to showcase creative work.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Design and Production
Industries
- Computer Games
Note: This description reflects current role responsibilities and qualifications; it does not include external or non-applicable information.
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