BigTime

Lead Game Designer

Remote

Full Time

#Game Design

#Operations

#Analytics

#SQL

#Data Analysis

BigTime is looking for a Lead Game Designer

Full Time Senior Remote Game Design Operations Analytics SQL Data Analysis English Remote work Unlimited vacation Flexible hours Stock options Wellness programs

A BIT ABOUT US

We’re the creators of Big Time, a breakout multiplayer action RPG, and the builders of Open Loot, a Web3 gaming platform powering hundreds of thousands of players and dozens of studios. Our ecosystem combines seamless onboarding, player-owned economies, and a robust NFT marketplace. Open Loot is fully live, profitable, and scaling fast—with over $300M in revenue and a growing network of partner games, token launches, and digital collectibles. Backed by veterans from Epic, Riot, Blizzard, and EA, we're building the future of games where players truly own what they play.

THE MISSION

Big Time Studios is seeking a Lead Game Designer to spearhead the design and evolution of core gameplay systems for our next big project. This role will focus on balancing game mechanics, driving live operations, and leveraging analytics to optimize player engagement and retention. You will be responsible for iterating on progression, in-game economies, and live content updates to ensure long-term player engagement.

As a data-driven leader, you will guide a cross-functional team of designers, engineers, and artists to develop, launch, and maintain compelling gameplay systems. You will also manage game balancing, economy tuning, and live event design, ensuring that content updates keep the game fresh and exciting for players.

If you have deep experience in designing live service games, a passion for using analytics to refine player experiences, and a strong understanding of game economies, we want you on our team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Gameplay System Design: Lead the design and iteration of core gameplay mechanics, ensuring deep, engaging, and scalable systems.

Live Ops Leadership: Oversee live events, seasonal content, balance updates, and other live service elements to maximize player engagement and long-term retention.

Data-Driven Game Design: Leverage player telemetry, A/B testing, and analytics to make informed design decisions that improve user experience and game balance.

Game Economy & Balance: Design and maintain a dynamic in-game economy, ensuring fair and engaging progression for all types of players.

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, art, marketing, and community teams

Design Documentation: Maintain detailed, up-to-date documentation on game systems, mechanics, and economy models to align with development goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

7+ years of game design experience, with shipped titles in live-service games (MMOs, strategy games, RPGs, or similar).

Strong background in live operations and experience designing data-driven game updates that drive player retention.

Proficiency in game analytics and telemetry tools, with a track record of using player data to refine and improve game systems.

Deep understanding of in-game economies, balance, and progression systems, with experience in designing sustainable, engaging systems for online games.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience leading and mentoring design teams.

Proficiency with industry-standard design and analytics tools, including spreadsheets for balancing, SQL for querying game data

Passion for building engaging online experiences that keep players coming back.

WHAT WE OFFER

Fully Remote Work: A fully remote work environment with flexible hours and a yearly company offsite to bring the whole team together.

Work with the Best: Collaborate with gaming industry veterans who have developed games generating over $10B in combined revenue.

Unlimited PTO: Take the time you need, when you need it. We believe in a healthy work-life balance.

Competitive Compensation: Market-leading salary, performance-based bonuses, and stock options.

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision (if applicable based on location), and other wellness programs.

Growth & Impact: Be part of an early-stage project where you’ll have a major influence on the design, live operations, and overall player experience.

If you’re passionate about creating deeply engaging gameplay experiences, using data to drive decisions, and leading live-service games, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a core leader in shaping Big Time’s next big adventure.

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