Top 55 Game designer Jobs in California

Video Game Developer
The Sandra Company —Santa Rosa, CA
- From $20 a day
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Java
- AWS
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Lead Game Designer
Alfa AI —San Francisco, CA
- $200,000 - $400,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- In-person
- Senior level
5d
Technical Game Designer
thatgamecompany —Los Angeles, CA
- $80,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- AI
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Technical Game Designer
Funovus —Redwood City, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Game Designer
Dreamcraft —Redwood City, CA
- Email
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Product management
Concept Designer and Illustrator (Video Games) - Digital Eclipse
Digital Eclipse Entertainment Partners —Emeryville, CA
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Associate Game Designer, Technical
Sony Interactive Entertainment —Santa Monica, CA
- $37 - $50 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Math
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Sony Interactive Entertainment —Santa Monica, CA
- $58.03 - $65.00 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Game Designer, Technical (Contingent)
Sony Interactive Entertainment —Santa Monica, CA
- $56.70 - $65.00 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Game Designer, Casual F2P
TapBlaze —Los Angeles, CA
- $65,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
Unreal Game Designer
Pure Imagination Management LLC —Van Nuys, CA
- $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Game Designer, Amazon Game Studios
Amazon.com Services LLC —Culver City, CA
- $90,900 - $159,100 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Contract Game Designer
Exploding Kittens —Los Angeles, CA
- $30 - $38 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
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Principal Game Designer
Zynga —San Mateo, CA
- $123,200 - $182,360 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Data analysis skills
- Math
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Narrative Designer
TapBlaze —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
Level Designer
Spellbrush —San Francisco, CA
- Full-time
- Entry level
Level Designer
Yotta Games —El Segundo, CA
- $90,000 - $180,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Senior level
Principal Game Designer, Competitive Systems - VALORANT
Riot Games —Los Angeles, CA
- $185,200 - $258,000 a year
- 7 years
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Level Designer - High Moon Studios (Temporary)
Activision —Carlsbad, CA
- $30.47 - $56.35 an hour
- Temporary
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
11d
Senior Systems Designer, Progression
Epic Games —Los Angeles, CA
- $158,988 - $233,182 a year
- Product management
- Senior level
- 10 years

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Video Game Developer

The Sandra Company -
Santa Rosa, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time | Contract | Internship
From $20 a day

Benefits

Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off

Qualifications

Performance tuning
Software engineering
3D modeling software
System troubleshooting
Mobile product development
Data structures
iOS
Android
3D graphic design
Java
System design for system development
Game design
Performance optimization (iOS development)
APIs
Agile software development
Mobile app design
System tuning
Multithreading
Design (software development lifecycle)
Cross-functional communication
iOS application development

Full Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Video Game Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of creating engaging, immersive gaming experiences across multiple platforms, including mobile and PC. Your expertise in game design, software development, and graphics rendering will drive the development of captivating games that entertain and inspire players worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced, creative environment where your skills will directly impact the gaming community.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement game features using programming languages such as C#, C++, and Python within game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including artists, designers, and QA testers to create seamless gameplay experiences.
Optimize game performance through system design, performance tuning, multithreading, and debugging to ensure smooth gameplay across devices.
Develop and integrate UI/UX elements using tools like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe After Effects to enhance user engagement.
Implement graphics rendering techniques utilizing HLSL shaders and computer graphics principles for realistic visual effects.
Manage version control systems such as GitHub, Perforce, SVN, and utilize SDKs for platform-specific development on Android and iOS devices.
Conduct system performance analysis and troubleshooting to improve frame rates, load times, and overall stability.

Requirements

Proven experience in game development with a strong portfolio demonstrating projects built with Unity or Unreal Engine.
Proficiency in programming languages including C#, C++, JavaScript, Python, Java, and familiarity with scripting within game engines.
Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), data structures, system design, APIs, and software engineering principles.
Experience with 3D modeling software such as Blender or Maya; knowledge of 3D animation and computer graphics is a plus.
Familiarity with mobile platforms (Android and iOS) development processes and SDKs for app deployment.
Knowledge of UX/UI design principles along with experience using Adobe Creative Suite tools for visual asset creation.
Ability to work in an Agile environment with excellent cross-functional communication skills.
Strong debugging skills along with expertise in performance optimization techniques including multithreading and system tuning.
Experience working with cloud services like AWS or similar platforms is desirable.

Join us to shape the future of gaming by creating innovative titles that captivate players around the globe! Your creativity combined with technical expertise will help us deliver unforgettable gaming experiences that push the boundaries of technology and storytelling.

Pay: From $20.00 per day

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Rosa, CA 95402

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game designer jobs in california

Video Game Developer

Lead Game Designer

Technical Game Designer

Technical Game Designer

Game Designer

Concept Designer and Illustrator (Video Games) - Digital Eclipse

Associate Game Designer, Technical

Game Designer, Level (Contingent)

Game Designer, Technical (Contingent)

Game Designer, Casual F2P

Unreal Game Designer

Game Designer, Amazon Game Studios

Contract Game Designer

Principal Game Designer

Narrative Designer

Level Designer

Level Designer

Principal Game Designer, Competitive Systems - VALORANT

Level Designer - High Moon Studios (Temporary)

Senior Systems Designer, Progression

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