Senior Systems Designer (Monetization Features) - Apex Legends
Respawn Entertainment, Madison, WI, United States
Founded in 2010, Respawn was created with the philosophy that when talented people have creative freedom, they’ll make extraordinary games that achieve the unexpected. Respawn Entertainment is the Academy Award-winning studio behind Apex Legends, Titanfall, and Star Wars™ Jedi titles. Join us to help shape the future of one of the world’s leading live service franchises.
Respawn Entertainment is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Designer to lead the design and evolution of monetization features and systems that drive player value, engagement, and satisfaction in Apex Legends. Working closely with the Senior Systems Director, you’ll help define monetization strategies that balance player experience with live service goals, ensuring that spending feels fair, fun, and aligned with Apex Legends’ long-term vision.
As a Senior Systems Designer focused on monetization features, you will design, tune, and iterate on systems that support Apex Legends’ live service economy — including in-game stores, battle passes, cosmetic offerings, promotions, and pricing strategies — with player value being your chief goal. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional partners in product, UX/UI, analytics, engineering, live ops, and marketing to build monetization experiences that feel rewarding and player-first. This role is based onsite (Los Angeles, Vancouver, or Madison) and plays a key part in shaping the future of Apex’s business and player engagement ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Own the design and evolution of monetization systems, including store experiences, battle passes, and live service offerings
Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver player-first features that balance value, engagement, and business goals
Collaborate with product management and data analytics partners to achieve deep understanding of player needs and values
Use data, player insights, and market trends to inform decisions and optimize system performance
Communicate design intent clearly while advocating for fair, transparent, and engaging monetization experiences
Qualifications
6+ years of systems design experience on live service titles, including direct work on monetization, economy systems, or related features
Strong understanding of free-to-play monetization models, in-game economies, pricing strategies, and player behavior
Demonstrated ability to leverage data and player feedback to iterate and improve system outcomes
Experience partnering with UX/UI, product management, analytics, engineering, and live operations to deliver polished, player-focused systems
Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills
Passion for competitive and live service games, with a deep understanding of how monetization intersects with retention and engagement
Prior experience with battle pass systems and seasonal monetization features
Familiarity with in-game marketing or live ops promotional strategies
Experience with A/B testing or experimentation frameworks
Experience with scripting, data tools, or technical implementation to support prototyping and iteration of monetization systems
Pay Transparency - North America
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
PAY RANGES
* British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$114,300 - $156,200 CAD
* California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$127,700 - $190,600 USD
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
For Canada, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
Respawn Entertainment is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Designer to lead the design and evolution of monetization features and systems that drive player value, engagement, and satisfaction in Apex Legends. Working closely with the Senior Systems Director, you’ll help define monetization strategies that balance player experience with live service goals, ensuring that spending feels fair, fun, and aligned with Apex Legends’ long-term vision.
As a Senior Systems Designer focused on monetization features, you will design, tune, and iterate on systems that support Apex Legends’ live service economy — including in-game stores, battle passes, cosmetic offerings, promotions, and pricing strategies — with player value being your chief goal. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional partners in product, UX/UI, analytics, engineering, live ops, and marketing to build monetization experiences that feel rewarding and player-first. This role is based onsite (Los Angeles, Vancouver, or Madison) and plays a key part in shaping the future of Apex’s business and player engagement ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Own the design and evolution of monetization systems, including store experiences, battle passes, and live service offerings
Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver player-first features that balance value, engagement, and business goals
Collaborate with product management and data analytics partners to achieve deep understanding of player needs and values
Use data, player insights, and market trends to inform decisions and optimize system performance
Communicate design intent clearly while advocating for fair, transparent, and engaging monetization experiences
Qualifications
6+ years of systems design experience on live service titles, including direct work on monetization, economy systems, or related features
Strong understanding of free-to-play monetization models, in-game economies, pricing strategies, and player behavior
Demonstrated ability to leverage data and player feedback to iterate and improve system outcomes
Experience partnering with UX/UI, product management, analytics, engineering, and live operations to deliver polished, player-focused systems
Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills
Passion for competitive and live service games, with a deep understanding of how monetization intersects with retention and engagement
Prior experience with battle pass systems and seasonal monetization features
Familiarity with in-game marketing or live ops promotional strategies
Experience with A/B testing or experimentation frameworks
Experience with scripting, data tools, or technical implementation to support prototyping and iteration of monetization systems
Pay Transparency - North America
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
PAY RANGES
* British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$114,300 - $156,200 CAD
* California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$127,700 - $190,600 USD
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
For Canada, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.