Cat Daddy Games is more than just a mobile video game company; we are a passionate and close-knit team of creators. Based in Kirkland, Washington, we combine our innovative spirit with the support and expertise of Take-Two Interactive to push the boundaries of what's possible in the gaming industry. With our focus on live service projects like WWE SuperCard and NBA 2K Mobile, we constantly strive to deliver engaging and unforgettable moments for our players.

This position is hybrid with in-office time required each week.

What We Need:

Cat Daddy is seeking a Systems Designer to join our team of artists, engineers, and product managers, to focus on the systems and in-game economies for a free-to-play, mobile sports game. The Systems Designer focuses on engagement and long-term advancement from the perspective of the player, designing quests, competitive tournaments, player leveling, milestones and card functionality. The ideal candidate has experience in mobile app design, from concept to live operations.

What You Will Do:

• Partner with development team leads to define the creative vision for the game and game features.
• Design and develop gameplay features, and their related economic systems, that challenge and delight players, driving long-term retention and monetization.
• Collaborate with the team through all phases of development, including working with production and product management to effectively scope, prioritize, and deliver at the highest quality levels.
• Tune and balance gameplay and monetization systems based on qualitative/quantitative data analysis and play-testing.

Who We Think Will be an Excellent Fit:

• Proven experience in mobile application design. Experience with applied mathematics and in-app economies is desired. Experience in gaming is a plus.
• Solid understanding of the mobile app landscape from a design perspective, including economies, data analysis, and back-end environments.
• World-class communication skills, with shown ability to produce effective design documentation
• A great teammate who can collaborate with engineers and artists on game development.
• Experience with common software development tools – e.g. source control, bug databases, project management suites, etc.
• An interest in sports and a passion for games is a plus!

At Cat Daddy, we believe diversity of experience is fundamental to creating accessible and fun gaming experiences for *all* of our players. We encourage everyone to consider being a part of our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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The pay range for this position in Washington at the start of employment is expected to be between $67,100 - $98,200 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will also receive 14 paid holidays per calendar year, are eligible to earn a minimum of 15 days of vacation leave per year (subject to proration based on start date during the calendar year) and will receive 10 sick days per calendar year. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 
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