Game Designer at Cat Daddy Games
Company: Cat Daddy Games
Location: Kirkland, Washington, United States
Job Type: Full-Time (On-site)
Salary: $78,900 – $116,760 per year
About the Company
Cat Daddy Games is a creative and collaborative mobile game studio based in Kirkland, Washington. As part of Take-Two Interactive, the studio develops engaging live-service titles such as WWE SuperCard and NBA 2K Mobile, focusing on delivering innovative and player-centric experiences.
Job Overview
The Game Designer will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement engaging gameplay features and monetization strategies for free-to-play mobile games. This role requires strong creativity, analytical thinking, and experience in live operations and mobile game ecosystems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design gameplay experiences including events, game modes, and mini-games
- Develop and prototype innovative concepts aligned with player motivations and business goals
- Collaborate with engineers, artists, and product managers
- Balance gameplay, difficulty, and monetization strategies
- Create and maintain clear documentation, wireframes, and design specifications
- Analyze player feedback and game data to refine features
- Research industry trends and competitor features to maintain competitiveness
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in game design, especially in free-to-play mobile games
- Experience shipping multiple F2P mobile titles
- Strong understanding of mobile game economies and analytics
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation (15–25 days) and 14 paid holidays annually
- Paid sick leave and parental leave
- 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Wellbeing and mental health support programs
- Fitness reimbursements and commuter benefits