Junior Game System Designer (Mobile Game

Join Our Team as a Game Designer at IGG Canada!

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a relevant educational background and a passion for game design are welcome.

IGG Canada is a premium mobile game and video production studio located in Vancouver, BC.

Our new studio offers a spacious, modern, and collaborative work environment with spectacular views of downtown Vancouver, the North Shore mountains, and English Bay, providing an inspiring space where creativity thrives.

IGG Canada is part of IGG (I Got Games), a global interactive entertainment company specializing in the development and publishing of mobile games. Founded in 2006, IGG has grown into one of the world's leading mobile game companies through successful partnerships with platforms including Facebook, iOS, Google Play, Amazon, and Kongregate. Today, IGG operates studios across China, the Philippines, Singapore, the United States, and Canada.

If you are excited about creating games enjoyed by millions of players worldwide, join our Canadian team and help shape the next generation of mobile gaming.

Junior Game Designer

Lead Game Designer

3D SLG Game Team

Entry-Level (Graduated Students welcome)

Employment Type:

Full-time

Location:

988 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K7 (fully on-site)

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000 annually, negotiable and commensurate with skills and experience

• Equal to or less than 1 year of experience: 3-month contract to start, with potential extension based on performance
• 1-3 years of relevant experience:
  
  Initial 1-year contract
• More than 3 years of relevant experience:
  
  Permanent position

• Gameplay Feature Design:
  
  Design engaging gameplay features that enhance player enjoyment and retention, under the direction of the Lead Designer.
• Player
  
  Experience:
  
  Ensure game mechanics, level progression, and in-game systems deliver a rewarding and immersive experience.
• Documentation:
  
  Prepare gameplay and system function documents, along with related art resource requirements, ensuring the final in-game functionality meets expectations.
• Project Coordination:
  
  Drive system projects to completion, liaising with art and programming teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Testing & Acceptance:
  
  Conduct product testing for assigned projects, regularly inspect the game for issues, and address any deficiencies.
• AI-Assisted Workflow:
  Utilize AI tools to support game design workflows by creating effective prompts, generating design references, exploring gameplay concepts, drafting documentation, and accelerating iteration.
• Other Duties:
  
  Perform additional tasks as assigned by the team.

• Experience:
  • Educational background in Game Design, Game Development, Computer Science, Interactive Media, or other related disciplines. Relevant internship, academic project, or personal game development experience is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of game systems gained through coursework, personal projects, internships, or game analysis is preferred.
  • Familiarity with live-service mobile games is considered an asset.
• Game Knowledge:
  • Passionate about games and interested in gameplay and system design.
    
    Basic understanding of gameplay mechanics, progression systems, and player experience through gameplay, study, or personal research.
  • Enjoy playing games and demonstrate curiosity and analytical thinking toward game systems and player experiences.
  • Familiarity with SLG games (such as Kingshot, Whiteout Survival, Lands of Jail, or similar titles) is considered an asset.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Familiarity with the Unity game engine for reviewing and testing game builds (no programming required).
• AI Tools:
  • Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, or similar AI tools to support game design, documentation, research, reference generation, and workflow efficiency is preferred.
• Professional
  
  Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Authorization:
  Must be legally authorized to work in Canada without current or future employer sponsorship.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage after completing 3-month probationary…