Lead Game Designer at BigTime

We are the team behind Big Time, a breakout multiplayer action RPG, and the creators of Open Loot, a Web3 gaming platform that supports dozens of studios and hundreds of thousands of players. Our ecosystem is built on the foundation of seamless onboarding, player-owned economies, and a robust NFT marketplace. With over $300M in revenue and a platform that is fully live and scaling rapidly, we are backed by industry veterans from Epic, Riot, Blizzard, and EA. Our mission is to build the future of gaming by ensuring players truly own their digital experiences.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Lead Game Designer to join us on a full-time, remote basis. In this role, you will be the primary architect for the design and evolution of core gameplay systems for our upcoming project. We need a data-driven leader who can navigate the complexities of game balancing, live operations, and economy tuning to foster long-term player engagement.

Core responsibilities

• Lead the design and iteration of core gameplay mechanics to ensure they are engaging, deep, and scalable for our growing player base.
• Direct our live operations strategy by managing seasonal content, balance updates, and live events that maximize player retention.
• Utilize player telemetry, A/B testing, and analytics to make informed design decisions that improve the overall user experience and game balance.

Skills and experience

To succeed in this position, you should have a strong background in game design and a passion for building online experiences. Our ideal candidate brings the following qualifications:

• At least 7 years of professional game design experience, specifically with shipped titles in the live-service space such as MMOs, RPGs, or strategy games.
• Advanced proficiency with SQL for querying game data and extensive experience using spreadsheets for complex balancing tasks.
• A deep understanding of in-game economies, progression systems, and the ability to design sustainable models for online play.
• Proven leadership skills with a history of mentoring design teams and collaborating effectively across engineering, art, and marketing departments.
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of using data to refine game systems and drive player engagement.
• Fluency in English.

Compensation and benefits

We are committed to providing a supportive and flexible environment for our team members. Our benefits package includes:

• Fully remote work with flexible hours to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Unlimited vacation policy.
• Stock options to ensure you share in the success of the projects you help build.
• Access to comprehensive wellness programs.

How to apply

If you are excited about creating deeply engaging gameplay, using data to drive your creative decisions, and leading the charge on live-service projects, we want to hear from you. Please reach out to us with your application to become a core leader in shaping the next big adventure at Big Time Studios.