Game Designer

About the role

Cat Daddy Games is more than just a mobile video game company; we are a passionate and close-knit family of creators. Based in Kirkland, Washington, we combine our innovative spirit with the support and expertise of Take-Two Interactive to push the boundaries of what's possible in the gaming industry. With our focus on live service projects like WWE SuperCard and NBA 2K Mobile, we constantly strive to deliver engaging and unforgettable moments for our players.

Responsibilities

• Design new gameplay experiences including time-limited events, alternative game modes, and mini-games that add variety and excitement to the core game loop.
• Pitch and prototype creative concepts that align with player motivations, game themes, and business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to balance fun, difficulty, and monetization across your designs.
• Build and maintain clear documentation, wireframes, and specs to communicate design intent.
• Analyze player feedback and data to refine designs and identify opportunities for future content.
• Stay on top of mobile game trends and competitor features to ensure our game remains fresh and competitive.

Requirements

• 5+ years of game design experience, with a focus on free-to-play mobile games.
• Experience designing card-collecting, card-battling, and/or deck-building games is a plus!
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, and/or comparable, relevant work experience.
• Expert-level understanding of the mobile game landscape from a game design perspective, including game economies, data analysis, and back-end environments.
• World-class communication skills, with proven ability to produce effective design documentation.
• A great teammate who can collaborate with engineers and artists on game development.

Qualifications

• Passionate about mobile gaming and excited to contribute to the success of Cat Daddy Games.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to inform design decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Skills

• Proficiency in game design tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of mobile game monetization strategies.
• Understanding of user behavior and psychology.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

Benefits

We believe diversity of experience is fundamental to creating accessible and fun gaming experiences for all of our players. We encourage everyone to consider being a part of our team. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Pay

The pay range for this position in Washington at the start of employment is expected to be between $78,900 and $116,760 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Schedule

This is an in-office position, located in Kirkland, WA.