Senior Systems Designer: Player Progression & Engagement

Skybound Entertainment; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan with 4% match

12 weeks of paid parental leave

Generous time off

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading entertainment company based in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Designer to lead the development of engaging game systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in the gaming industry, with significant experience in player progression and meta systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring other designers, and ensuring high-quality, scalable design solutions. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K matching, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the games industry, with a focus on systems design and progression.
• Proven leadership experience, including mentoring designers and leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Shipped at least one AAA title with significant ownership of progression or meta systems.
• Deep understanding of player psychology, engagement strategies, and content pacing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the vision and execution of player progression, meta systems, and engagement loops across single and multiplayer experiences.
• Define and drive KPIs for progression systems that align with player satisfaction and business goals.
• Mentor and guide systems designers.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Mentoring

Communication

Player psychology understanding

Education

10+ years in the games industry

Tools

Unreal Engine

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Visio

Job description

A leading entertainment company based in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Designer to lead the development of engaging game systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in the gaming industry, with significant experience in player progression and meta systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring other designers, and ensuring high-quality, scalable design solutions. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K matching, and generous leave policies.