Associate Game Designer presso TapBlaze

We’re looking for a creative Game Designer with a passion for games, strong prototyping skills, and a drive to learn and grow in a fast-paced indie studio environment. This role is perfect for someone who loves building ideas directly in Unity (or similar game engines), experimenting with gameplay mechanics, and quickly iterating on prototypes to bring fun and engaging experiences to life.

ABOUT TAPBLAZE

Here at TAPBLAZE, our mission is to make great games for players that will be remembered for decades. As a small team, we have created games such as "Good Pizza, Great Pizza" that have been downloaded more than 300 million times across the globe, giving a fun, innovative experience to millions of players every day. Our core values are the reason we have found success as an independent studio and guide our hiring process: we are ambitious, disciplined, ownership-minded, results oriented, and extraordinary. We operate internationally and we are growing day by day; the company is entirely self-funded, we only answer to our players.

We are seeking individuals that have the same core values and are looking to level up themselves, the games they work on and the company they work for. Only with great attention to details can this be achieved - please mention "beauty is in the details" in your cover letter.

OBJECTIVES

• Prototype and experiment: Build small-scale prototypes using Unity (or similar game engines) to test new game ideas and mechanics quickly.

• Design engaging gameplay loops for players, focusing on fun, clarity, and accessibility.

• Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to bring prototypes to polished features and game content.

• Analyze feedback and data from playtests to improve designs and player experience.

• Explore new concepts and genres by researching market trends and competitor games.

• Assist in level design for existing titles, helping refine challenge curves and player progression.

COMPETENCIES

• Hands-on prototyping skills with Unity or similar game engines.

• Creative problem solver who thinks outside the box and loves trying new ideas.

• Strong interest in Steam or mobile indie games — you regularly play and analyze them.

• Understanding of basic game design principles: pacing, feedback loops, difficulty balance, and player engagement.

• Collaborative mindset — comfortable working closely with senior designers and developers.

• Attention to detail — you actually read this job description!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1–2 years of experience in game design or strong personal portfolio with prototypes/demos.

• Proficiency in Unity (or similar game engine) for rapid prototyping; coding knowledge in C# or C++ or equivalent is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or related field preferred, but strong portfolios and self-taught experience welcome.

• Experience designing gameplay mechanics, levels, or small games (school projects, indie titles, game jams all count).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Los Angeles, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work;

• Prolonged period of time sitting at a desk and computer.

The range for this role is $45,000 to $55,000 depending on experience.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce TAPBLAZE recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with vendors and partners.

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include a cover letter in your application explaining why you would be a great fit.