Dream Sports26.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Senior Game Designer - Remote Opportunity

$120K–$150K/year

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Senior Game Designer to join our dynamic team at Dream Sports. This Senior Game Designer remote position offers the opportunity to shape the future of gaming for millions of fans. You will own the design, balancing, and long-term health of core gameplay systems, progression, economy, and LiveOps features.

What You'll Do

  • Conceptualize, prototype, and iterate on new mechanics aligned with product vision and business goals.
  • Balance progression curves, rewards, and monetization loops using player insights, telemetry, and data-driven feedback.
  • Identify friction points, drop-offs, and systemic issues, delivering clear and actionable design solutions.
  • Create and maintain high-quality Game Design Documents (GDDs), feature specifications, and balancing documentation.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, UX, Art, QA, Product, and Monetization to deliver cohesive player experiences.
  • Drive end-to-end feature ownership—from concept and playtesting through launch, post-release optimization, and mentoring junior designers.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of game design experience, preferably in mobile F2P or live service environments.
  • Strong systems design expertise, including progression systems, in-game economies, LiveOps frameworks, and balancing.
  • Proven ability to design, ship, and optimize complex features within a live game environment.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across Product, Engineering, UX, Art, and Analytics.
  • Excellent documentation skills, capable of creating clear, structured, implementation-ready design specifications.
  • Strong analytical mindset with structured problem-solving abilities.

Nice to Have

  • Educational background in Game Design or related field.
  • Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine.
  • Hands-on balancing experience in combat-driven or competitive systems.
  • Experience designing LiveOps events, seasonal content, or battle-pass frameworks.
  • Exposure to A/B testing and KPI-driven feature validation.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Remote work flexibility allowing you to work from anywhere.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading sports technology company.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Senior Game Designer role at Dream Sports offers a unique opportunity to work remotely and shape engaging gameplay experiences for millions. With a competitive salary and a focus on innovation, it's a great fit for experienced designers.

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Who Will Succeed Here

Proficient in Unity and Unreal Engine with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative game mechanics and design prototypes.

Experience in LiveOps management, demonstrating a keen understanding of player engagement strategies and real-time game balancing.

A data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze player feedback and game performance metrics to continuously improve progression systems.

Learning Resources

Game Design Document Templatearticle

Career Path

Senior Game Designer(Now)Lead Game Designer(1-2 years)Creative Director(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$300B
Annual Growth
12.3%
AI Adoption
35%
Investment in Game Development
+25%
Labour Demand for Game Designers
+18%
Avg Salary for Senior Game Designers
$110K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Game DesignUnityUnreal Engine
Growing in Demand
Augmented Reality (AR) DesignUser Experience (UX) DesignData Analytics for Game Metrics
Declining
Flash Game Development2D Sprite Animation

Domain Trends

Rise of Cross-Platform Gaming
Cross-platform play is becoming essential, with 70% of gamers preferring games that allow play across different devices.
Increased Focus on LiveOps
LiveOps strategies are now implemented in 60% of mobile games, enhancing player engagement and retention.
Integration of AI in Game Design
AI tools are being used in 40% of new game projects to enhance NPC behavior and game balancing.

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