Principal Game Designer - Casino & Gambling Games
Bellota Labs, Redwood City, CA, United States
At Bellota Labs, we're building the next generation of casino and gambling games for the U.S. market - and we need someone who genuinely loves this space. Not someone who studied it. Someone who lives it.
We're talking about a designer who has a favorite slot mechanic, has opinions about volatility curves, knows why certain bonus rounds create that electric moment of anticipation, and gets genuinely excited about what makes a player come back for just one more spin. With ClubWPT Gold already redefining online poker, we're expanding into new gambling experiences — and we need a creative leader who can make them feel as good as the real thing.
If you've spent time at the tables, know the thrill of a high-variance game, and have strong opinions about what separates a forgettable slot from an unforgettable one - keep reading.
What You'll Do:
Own the Game Vision
– Define the design pillars that make our casino games distinct, addictive, and replayable. You know what creates a great session — now build it.
Design Core Systems & Mechanics
– Lead the creation of gambling loops, volatility models, bonus structures, and reward systems that keep players engaged and coming back.
Collaborate Across Disciplines
– Partner with math designers, engineers, artists, and product leads to bring games from concept to polished, market-ready release.
Prototype & Iterate
– Rapidly test game feel, payout structures, and bonus features to find what hits — then refine until it's right.
Stay Sharp on the Market
– Know what's dominating casino floors and online platforms. Understand what players are gravitating toward and why, and use that knowledge to stay ahead.
Mentor & Elevate
– Help level up other designers and contribute to a culture where great gambling game instincts are developed and rewarded.
What We're Looking For:
7+ years in game design, with direct experience designing casino, gambling, or high‑engagement games — slots, table games, poker, or similar.
A real passion for gambling and casino culture. You play these games. You understand them from the inside out.
Deep knowledge of volatility, RTP, bonus mechanics, and what makes a game feel rewarding vs. flat.
Strong instincts for the moment‑to‑moment player experience — the near miss, the anticipation, the big win reveal.
Experience working cross‑functionally and mentoring other designers.
Analytical chops to back up your creative instincts with data.
Why Join Bellota Labs:
Creative Ownership
– Shape the design direction of entirely new gambling experiences from the ground up.
Play to Your Passion
– This is a role for someone who genuinely loves this space, not someone learning to like it.
Impactful Work
– Your designs will directly drive the success of our next major titles in the U.S. market.
Passionate Team
– Work with people building in an area they care deeply about, moving fast and thinking big.
$200,000 - $300,000 a year
At Bellota Labs, we're not looking for someone who's neutral about gambling — we want someone who's into it. If that's you, we'd love to hear from you.
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We're talking about a designer who has a favorite slot mechanic, has opinions about volatility curves, knows why certain bonus rounds create that electric moment of anticipation, and gets genuinely excited about what makes a player come back for just one more spin. With ClubWPT Gold already redefining online poker, we're expanding into new gambling experiences — and we need a creative leader who can make them feel as good as the real thing.
If you've spent time at the tables, know the thrill of a high-variance game, and have strong opinions about what separates a forgettable slot from an unforgettable one - keep reading.
What You'll Do:
Own the Game Vision
– Define the design pillars that make our casino games distinct, addictive, and replayable. You know what creates a great session — now build it.
Design Core Systems & Mechanics
– Lead the creation of gambling loops, volatility models, bonus structures, and reward systems that keep players engaged and coming back.
Collaborate Across Disciplines
– Partner with math designers, engineers, artists, and product leads to bring games from concept to polished, market-ready release.
Prototype & Iterate
– Rapidly test game feel, payout structures, and bonus features to find what hits — then refine until it's right.
Stay Sharp on the Market
– Know what's dominating casino floors and online platforms. Understand what players are gravitating toward and why, and use that knowledge to stay ahead.
Mentor & Elevate
– Help level up other designers and contribute to a culture where great gambling game instincts are developed and rewarded.
What We're Looking For:
7+ years in game design, with direct experience designing casino, gambling, or high‑engagement games — slots, table games, poker, or similar.
A real passion for gambling and casino culture. You play these games. You understand them from the inside out.
Deep knowledge of volatility, RTP, bonus mechanics, and what makes a game feel rewarding vs. flat.
Strong instincts for the moment‑to‑moment player experience — the near miss, the anticipation, the big win reveal.
Experience working cross‑functionally and mentoring other designers.
Analytical chops to back up your creative instincts with data.
Why Join Bellota Labs:
Creative Ownership
– Shape the design direction of entirely new gambling experiences from the ground up.
Play to Your Passion
– This is a role for someone who genuinely loves this space, not someone learning to like it.
Impactful Work
– Your designs will directly drive the success of our next major titles in the U.S. market.
Passionate Team
– Work with people building in an area they care deeply about, moving fast and thinking big.
$200,000 - $300,000 a year
At Bellota Labs, we're not looking for someone who's neutral about gambling — we want someone who's into it. If that's you, we'd love to hear from you.
#J-18808-Ljbffr