Senior Design Director at Believer

At Believer, our work is defined by a single, consistent focus: placing the player at the center of every decision we make. We are a global games company headquartered in Los Angeles with developers located around the world, and our teams have contributed to titles such as Words With Friends, League of Legends, Destiny, and Apex Legends. We are now seeking a Senior Design Director to guide the creation of gameplay systems that are intuitive, engaging, and built to last.

Key outcomes

• Own the core gameplay experience by implementing and tuning mechanics across combat, levels, encounters, characters, and progression systems directly in-engine.
• Translate creative pillars into clear gameplay direction and design principles in partnership with studio leadership.
• Build and mentor a high-performing design team, developing talent from associate through principal levels while maintaining strong craft standards.
• Design and maintain complex gameplay systems and content from early prototypes through to shipped experiences.
• Lead rapid prototyping and playtest-driven iteration, converting player feedback into actionable design decisions.
• Collaborate daily with artists, animators, writers, sound designers, producers, and engineers to realize cohesive gameplay.
• Establish and champion a culture in which every major gameplay decision is validated through disciplined playtesting.

Requirements

• Twelve or more years of experience in game development, including shipping or maintaining at least two significant titles, with AAA or live-service experience viewed favorably.
• Seven or more years leading and developing game designers, with clear evidence of ownership over team performance and quality standards.
• Deep expertise in moment-to-moment gameplay design, including combat, encounters, and systems-driven experiences.
• Hands-on experience prototyping and implementing gameplay directly in-engine.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working in early-stage development environments that require rapid prototyping.
• Technical skills such as scripting or modding that support efficient implementation of design ideas.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $193,000 to $330,000. In addition to base compensation, we provide equity, and we cover 100 percent of monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Team members also receive ten observed holidays, a ten-day Winter Break, and a “Take What You Need” paid time off policy. The role is fully remote.

How to apply

We invite you to submit your application so we can learn more about your experience and how you might contribute to our ongoing work. We look forward to hearing from you.