Metagame Experience Architect: Design Player Journeys

Level99 Entertainment; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision plan

Life coverage

Disability insurance

PrePaid legal coverage

Identity theft protection

401(k)

Free admission to attractions

Job summary

Level99 Entertainment is seeking a Metagame Design Architect to design and scale a cohesive metagame across physical venues and home experiences. You will prototype concepts, collaborate directly with the CEO and leadership, and translate high-level vision into detailed, actionable design solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, cross-functional leadership, and deep attention to player engagement, while balancing ROI with exceptional player experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in game design, including at least 2+ years in a Senior Designer role.
• Experience shipping titles in mobile/F2P metagame design, AR/VR/XR, or real-world interactive entertainment.
• Strong math, probability, and modeling skills for design decisions.
• Solid understanding of crowd dynamics and physical UX in real venues.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Architect the Experience: design systems, economies, progression to engage players across venues and remote touchpoints.
• Concept Development: drive early visualization, create vision docs, and compelling presentations.
• Executive Collaboration: align with CEO/leadership to shape metagame goals and direction.
• Economy Balancing & The Math: detail mechanics, build models, and balance systems thoroughly.
• Data-Driven Iteration: work with data teams to tailor monetization and features to user behavior.
• Live Operations: manage post-launch balance, events, and content updates.
• Detailed Documentation: craft design documents, flow diagrams, and UI/UX wireframes for all stakeholders.
• Creative Granularity: produce scripts, storyboards, and treatments for projects.
• Cross-Functional Integration: collaborate with PM, engineering, marketing, and venue ops.
• Project Management: drive metagame projects with organized schedules and deliverables.
• Administrative Excellence: manage time, cost reporting, and meetings.

Skills

Game design

Senior Designer

Mobile/F2P metagame

AR/VR/XR

Real-world entertain

Probability & modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

UI/UX wireframing tools

Job description

Level99 Entertainment is seeking a Metagame Design Architect to design and scale a cohesive metagame across physical venues and home experiences. You will prototype concepts, collaborate directly with the CEO and leadership, and translate high-level vision into detailed, actionable design solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, cross-functional leadership, and deep attention to player engagement, while balancing ROI with exceptional player experience.