Principal Game Designer, Engagement
4 weeks ago
Principal Game Designer Epic Games is looking for a Principal Game Designer to tackle high-level engagement challenges across the Fortnite ecosystem. You will innovate existing systems like Quests and Passes, create new structures, and drive player acquisition and retention over the growing platform. Responsibilities Craft meaningful goals for players that build their experience and mastery of game mechanics while immersing them in the world of Fortnite. Spearhead innovation in engagement design, including systems, progression and rewards, fulfilling key engagement metrics and supporting the broader systematic framework. Communicate and represent a vision for the player experience to multiple teams across the company, including supporting teams of all crafts to optimize engagement. Collaborate with product management and marketing teams to ensure player satisfaction and overall game health while driving growth across the ecosystem and supporting key activations. Drive collaborative and iterative live design, prototype quickly, make changes live soon after, learn from them, and iterate. Qualifications 10+ years of experience shipping game design for multiple titles, particularly in live-service multiplayer environments focusing on engagement content or goal-based progression systems. Demonstrated talent for empathizing with players and deep understanding of player motivations, play styles, and goal-setting effects. Strong interest in Battle Royale and the Fortnite ecosystem, with understanding of what makes them work. Able to react quickly to changing project needs and drive decisions, owning that vision. Player-focused, passionate, solution-oriented and innovative; these traits equal success at Epic. Benefits Epic Games pays 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offers coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, life and AD&D, long-term disability, short-term disability and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees and dependents. Pay Transparency: Expected base pay range for this position: $179,686—$263,539 CAD (British Columbia). Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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, , Canada Epic Games Full timeA renowned gaming studio in Canada is seeking a Principal Game Designer to enhance player engagement in Fortnite. The role emphasizes a deep understanding of player motivations and requires over 10 years of game design experience in live-service environments. The successful candidate will innovate in engagement systems and collaborate across teams. A strong...
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Principal Game Designer
2 weeks ago
, , Canada Fortis Games Full timeAbout the Company Fortis Games aspires to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We foster a culture...
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, , Canada Fortis Games Full timeA leading game development company in Canada is seeking a Principal Game Designer. In this role, you will define innovative systems that emotionally engage players while guiding design principles. Collaborating with diverse teams, you will ensure alignment with product goals and mentor fellow designers. If you have a strong understanding of systems design...
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Principal Game Designer
10 hours ago
, , Canada Scopely Full timeOverview Scopely is looking for a Principal Game Designer to join our WWE Champions team within our Midcore division in the United States or Canada on a remote basis. At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues or through our deep connections with our...
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Senior Game Designer
4 days ago
, BC, Canada Epic Games Full timeOverview Be among the first 25 applicants. What makes us epic? At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. We’re always innovating—from building award-winning games to crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning...
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Game Designer
4 weeks ago
Victoria, BC, Canada Blastworks Inc. Full time €70,000 - €105,000About the job Location: Victoria, BC Full-time, in-office position About the Role: Blastworks is seeking a creative and experienced Game Designer to join our Product Team in Victoria, BC. This in-office role is focused on conceptualizing, designing, and prototyping innovative and engaging gameplay experiences for our social casino and multiplayer titles....
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Game Designer
4 weeks ago
Victoria, BC, Canada Blastworks Inc. Full time €70,000 - €105,000About the job Location: Victoria, BC Full-time, in-office position About the Role: Blastworks is seeking a creative and experienced Game Designer to join our Product Team in Victoria, BC. This in-office role is focused on conceptualizing, designing, and prototyping innovative and engaging gameplay experiences for our social casino and multiplayer titles....
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Principal Game Designer, Live Ops
10 hours ago
, , Canada Scopely Full timeA leading mobile game company is seeking a Principal Game Designer to join their WWE Champions team. This remote position requires over 8 years of experience in game design, where you'll own feature development and optimize in-game economies. Key responsibilities include analyzing player behavior, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and influencing...
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Principal Systems Designer — Metagame
1 week ago
, , Canada Escape Velocity Entertainment Inc Full timeA leading game development studio is seeking a Principal Systems Designer to enhance player experiences in a new AAA project. The role involves designing engaging game systems, collaborating with multiple teams, and advocating for players. Candidates should have significant experience in systems design, ideally with two shipped AAA games. The studio...
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Senior Game Designer
2 days ago
, , Canada Epic Games Full timeEpic Games is looking for a Senior Game Designer to oversee the development of new islands, experiences, and templates in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and implement island experiences, tools, and content to delight players and help us inspire creators working in...
