About the job
Location: Victoria, BC
Full-time, in-office position
About the Role:
Blastworks is seeking a creative and experienced Game Designer to join our Product Team in Victoria, BC. This in-office role is focused on conceptualizing, designing, and prototyping innovative and engaging gameplay experiences for our social casino and multiplayer titles. You'll help define game mechanics, meta-game features, and production documentation—playing a key role in bringing top-tier mobile gaming experiences to life.
Key activities and deliverables:
- Create compelling new game and feature concepts for social casino and multiplayer apps.
- Develop detailed design specifications aligned with Blastworks technologies and existing game systems.
- Collaborate across disciplines—including artists, developers, and stakeholders—to define gameplay mechanics and features.
- Work closely with the technology, commercial, and product teams to align game designs with business objectives.
- Produce detailed design documents, including game rules, user flows, and mechanics.
- Conduct playtesting and iterative design to improve gameplay and player engagement.
- Provide clear, actionable feedback to improve the quality and performance of game features.
Qualified candidates will have:
- 5+ years proven experience as a Game Designer with multiple shipped titles, particularly in social mobile games.
- Background in production leadership or product ownership roles for free-to-play mobile games.
- Strong grasp of how probability and math models affect player experience and retention.
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Deep understanding of player behavior and current gaming trends.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working cross-functionally.
Nice to Have:
- Experience designing casino-style games, such as slots, bingo, or social mobile apps.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $70,000 – $105,000 CAD annually.
Exact compensation will be based on skills and experience.
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours, Monday - Friday
- Extended Health, Dental, and Wellness package including EAP
- Parking or public transit subsidy
- A fun and inclusive team culture
At Blastworks, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel a genuine sense of belonging and trust. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our community. If you thrive in a fast-moving industry and love building experiences that players love, we’d love to hear from you.
This is an in-person position based in our Victoria, BC studio which is located at 1207 Douglas St, Unit 601, Victoria, BC, V8W2E7, Canada.
Please apply directly to our website ( or this job posting with your resume. No phone calls please
