Lead Game Designer - Creator Platform & Systems

Electronic Arts (EA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Electronic Arts is seeking a Lead Game Designer to own core mechanics and player loops for our creator platform. You will lead feature design from concept through live ops, collaborating with Engineering, Art, Product and UX to translate vision into engaging experiences.

You will mentor junior designers, drive design documentation, and help shape the strategic direction of the team. This role offers impact across EA's global portfolio and a path to influence how players create and share content.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in game design or systems design, with a track record of shipping titles.
• Deep understanding of game design principles, core loops, player psychology, and progression systems.
• Proven ability to author large and complex features working in-engine or using proprietary tools.
• Experience using telemetry, A/B testing, and player analytics to make informed design decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to document rules, workflows, and pitch designs.

Responsibilities

• Feature Ownership & Execution: Own the design and implementation of large, complex features and game systems from concept through live operations.
• Systems & Economy Design: Plan design ecosystems, progression systems, and loops with qualitative and quantitative tuning.
• Prototyping & Iteration: Guide prototyping, evaluate functionality, and drive design improvements from playtests and data.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Lead discussions with Engineering, Art, Product, UX to build consensus.
• Craft Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor junior designers and align practices with the product vision.

Skills

Game design principles

Core loops design

Player psychology

Feature development

Communication

Job description

Electronic Arts is seeking a Lead Game Designer to own core mechanics and player loops for our creator platform. You will lead feature design from concept through live ops, collaborating with Engineering, Art, Product and UX to translate vision into engaging experiences.

You will mentor junior designers, drive design documentation, and help shape the strategic direction of the team. This role offers impact across EA's global portfolio and a path to influence how players create and share content.