Game Designer IV Job at BCforward, San Jose, CA

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  • BCforward
  • San Jose, CA

Job Description

BC forward is currently seeking a highly motivated Game Designer IV for a REMOTE opportunity.

Position Title: Game Designer IV

Location: REMOTE

Anticipated Start Date: 6/23/2025

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6 Months

Job Type: Contract – [FULL TIME (40 Hours a week)]

Pay Range: $60.88/hr-$70.48/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Responsibilities

Lead the design of game systems that support long-term engagement, motivation, and player growth.

Redesign the app’s core progression system, integrating fitness goals, rewards, and achievement structures.

Develop engaging game loops, daily and weekly rituals, and event-based content.

Collaborate with product, content, and data teams to align game systems with fitness outcomes and business goals.

Prototype systems in Figma to communicate and test design ideas.

Work with UX designers to integrate progression and reward mechanics into intuitive 2D and 3D interfaces.

Evaluate existing game metrics and propose new structures with clear goals.

Stay informed on game design research and trends, contributing thought leadership within the team.

Inform onboarding flow to introduce new systems and metrics in an engaging and intuitive way.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years experience in game design, preferably in live service or progression-heavy products.

Deep understanding of core game loops, progression systems, and motivational design.

Demonstrated ability to design for both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

Strong communication skills with cross-disciplinary teams including product, UX, and engineering.

Passion for creating emotionally resonant, habit-forming experiences.

Experience working in Figma for prototyping and systems visualization.

Top 3 must-have HARD skills:

1. 5+ years’ experience in game design, preferably in live service or progression-heavy products.

2. Deep understanding of core game loops, progression systems, and motivational design.

3. Experience working in Figma for prototyping and systems visualization.

Benefits:

BC forward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords: Game Designer, Figma, Prototyping and Live Operations.

About BC forward :

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BC forward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BC forward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BC forward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BC forward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

To learn more about how BC forward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum . As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BC forward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Remote job, Offshore,

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