Senior Narrative Puzzle Game Designer

last updated November 18, 2025 12:28 UTC

Jam City

HQ: Hybrid

  • OFF: ALL Jam City, CA
  • Full-Time
  • Design

Jam City, a top mobile game developer, is aiming to elevate its team by hiring innovative, collaborative individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments.

PERKS & BENEFITS

– Unlimited vacation, paid sick leave, and holidays
– Full coverage for employees under the base medical, dental, and vision plans
– Life insurance, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, and more
– Catered lunches and fully stocked kitchens
– Yoga and wellness programs
– Happy hours and company events
– Pet-friendly workplace

We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Game Designer to join our Narrative studio—the team behind Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery—to help create a new game. This role offers the chance to work with top industry professionals and lead the design process from concept to launch. If you specialize in puzzle design and enjoy narrative-driven adventures, this could be the perfect fit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

– Lead the creation of new gameplay mechanics, systems, and features
– Develop and maintain detailed game design documentation
– Collaborate with the design lead to pitch and explain design ideas to teams and stakeholders
– Prototype and refine gameplay using player feedback and testing
– Design innovative, player-focused systems that boost engagement, retention, and monetization
– Work closely with engineering, art, narrative, and product teams to align on creative goals
– Balance and adjust systems using spreadsheets and data analysis
– Stay updated on design trends and competitor games, especially in narrative and puzzle genres

QUALIFICATIONS

– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Game Design or a related field
– 6+ years of game design experience, including 3+ years in mobile games
– Proven track record of designing systems or content through full development cycles
– Advanced skills in spreadsheets and game balancing
– Experience with puzzle, hidden object, or puzzle adventure games
– Familiarity with Unity for prototyping
– Strong documentation and communication skills
– Highly organized, collaborative, and receptive to feedback
– Creative thinker with a problem-solving mindset

NICE TO HAVE

– Experience launching a new mobile game
– Background in working with licensed IPs and narrative-focused projects
– Ability to manage multiple design tasks simultaneously

LIFE AT JAM CITY

– Follow us on LinkedIn for company news and events
– Read more on our Company Blog
– See employee reviews on Comparably
– Watch videos about our teams and games on YouTube

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We aim to create games that bring people together and foster a workplace that reflects our diverse global player base. Through employee resource groups, cultural events, training, and speaker series, we celebrate the unique backgrounds of our team members. Jam City is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to any legally protected status.

ABOUT JAM CITY

Jam City is an award-winning mobile entertainment studio known for delivering engaging games to a global audience. Led by CEO Josh Yguado, a former 20th Century Fox executive, the company has produced top-grossing titles like Cookie Jam and Panda Pop. Jam City is also a trusted partner for Hollywood, creating immersive mobile games based on major entertainment brands. Its hit RPG, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, topped charts in over 40 countries upon release. The company operates nine studios across North and South America and Europe.

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