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Lead Systems Designer

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Insomniac is looking for a new Lead Systems Designer. This role is accountable for the quality and ... Writes and regularly updates clear gameplay system documentation detailing the scope and feature ...

Lead Systems Designer

$152K - $229K/yr

Insomniac is looking for a new Lead Systems Designer. This role is accountable for the quality and ... Writes and regularly updates clear gameplay system documentation detailing the scope and feature ...

We're looking for a Senior Game Designer to play a leadership role on the project. We are a remote ... Systems design: You will develop systems that simulate play, blending expertise in player ...

Game Designer - TCG

Seattle, WA

$176K/yr

Who We're Looking For We're seeking a Game Designer to contribute meaningfully to the design of ... You'll work within the game design group on systems, mechanics, and set development alongside the ...

$162K/yr

Game Designer (Puzzle) About us: Deep expertise. Personal and Industry evolution. Impeccable craft ... Design and balance gameplay mechanics and progression systems that reinforce player flow ...

Partner with domain system designers to centralize agentic context that Commerce, Games, and Member extend from. * Ensure coherence across domains by governing documentation, interaction patterns ...

Partner with domain system designers to centralize agentic context that Commerce, Games, and Member extend from. * Ensure coherence across domains by governing documentation, interaction patterns ...

Partner with domain system designers to centralize agentic context that Commerce, Games, and Member extend from. * Ensure coherence across domains by governing documentation, interaction patterns ...

Systems Designer, Design Foundations

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$260K - $400K/yr

Partner with domain system designers to centralize agentic context that Commerce, Games, and Member extend from. Ensure coherence across domains by governing documentation, interaction patterns ...

$90 - $130/hr

We are looking for an AR Game Designer to own the gameplay design and help turn the creative ... Help establish systems that can expand beyond Halloween into additional characters, seasonal ...

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How much do game system designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for game system designer in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game system designer?

Game System Designers are professionals who create, balance, and refine the underlying rules and mechanics that govern how a video game operates. They focus on designing systems such as combat, progression, economy, and rewards to ensure an engaging and balanced player experience. By collaborating with other developers, they translate creative ideas into mathematical models and gameplay loops that keep players challenged and entertained. Their work is crucial to the overall feel and longevity of a game.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a game system designer?

To thrive as a Game System Designer, you need strong analytical thinking, creativity, and a solid understanding of game mechanics, often supported by a background in game design, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with game engines (such as Unity or Unreal), prototyping tools, and scripting languages like C# or Lua is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and iterate on complex systems. These skills ensure engaging, balanced, and technically feasible gameplay experiences that drive a game's success.

How does a game system designer typically collaborate with other departments during the game development process?

Game System Designers work closely with various teams such as artists, programmers, producers, and narrative designers to ensure that gameplay mechanics align with the overall vision of the game. They often participate in cross-functional meetings, provide detailed system documentation, and gather feedback from playtest sessions to refine systems. Effective communication and adaptability are essential, as system designers must balance creative ideas with technical constraints and player experience. This role is highly collaborative, requiring frequent coordination to integrate new features, resolve design challenges, and maintain a cohesive game experience.

What is the difference between Game System Designer vs Game Level Designer?

AspectGame System DesignerGame Level Designer
Primary FocusDesigns core game mechanics, systems, and rulesCreates and designs individual game levels and environments
Required SkillsSystems thinking, programming knowledge, gameplay designLevel layout, environment art, storytelling through level design
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with programmers, designers, and artists on overall game systemsWorks closely with artists and narrative teams to craft engaging levels
Industry UsageCommon in game development studios focusing on gameplay mechanicsCommon in studios emphasizing level and environment design

While both roles are essential in game development, the Game System Designer focuses on creating the underlying mechanics that define gameplay, whereas the Game Level Designer concentrates on crafting the individual levels players explore. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and collaboration points within game development teams.

How do you become a game system designer?

To become a game system designer, typically a candidate needs a background in game design, computer science, or related fields, along with strong skills in programming, mathematics, and understanding of game mechanics. Gaining experience through internships, personal projects, or portfolio work is important, and proficiency with design tools like Unity or Unreal Engine can be beneficial.

Is game system designer a good career?

A game system designer develops the rules, mechanics, and systems for video games, often requiring skills in programming, mathematics, and game theory. The field offers opportunities in the gaming industry, but job availability can be competitive and typically requires a strong portfolio and relevant experience.
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Infographic showing various Game System Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,118 per year, or $71.7 per hour.

Instructional System Designer

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC

Union City, OH โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC has a potential need for an Instructional System Designer to provide support for our government customer in Dayton, OH at Wright Patterson Air Force Base.ย 

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide educational expertise in the creation of multimedia, graphics, or media projects in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SME), Project/production Manager, and Production Team.
  • Recommend instructional platforms, instructional media, development tools, and delivery methods to satisfy training requirements for any programs or classes assigned.
  • Add, manage, and perform testing of online courseware and complete a comprehensive report on the data gathered and offer recommendations for training improvements.
  • Create training plans and conduct or provide guidance in conducting the validation phase of the ISD process to ensure effectiveness in meeting course objectives and required proficiency levels for newly implemented courses.
  • Perform required administrative activities including correcting grammar, spelling, syntax, and formatting to accurately prepare, review, and edit written curriculum and the maintenance and updating of files and records.
  • Participate in, and support educationally related activities as required. Projects may include office continuity design, aiding the departments with online/e-learning tasks (if the project is for a course must be a collaborative effort between Curriculum Development Manager (CDM), Subject Matter Expert (SME), and Course Director) and USAFSAM specific curriculum guidance creation.
  • Apply all components of the ADDIE (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate) Instructional System Design model.
  • Design all training materials, including, but not limited to: effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts, and video scripts.
  • Utilize other software tools provided by the government as necessary and dictated by the Technical Advisor.
  • Attend all meetings as requested.
  • Assist in all duties specified herein, however, specific tasks may be identified by the Technical Advisor.
  • Analyze student feedback from end-of-course evaluations and field surveys to assess the effectiveness of technical inserts.ย 
  • Provide written recommendations to the Branch Chief and customer for improving the courseware using ISD principles.
  • Receive and clarify project requests from customer, coordinate project scope meetings, determine appropriate product(s), storyboard projects, determine content reviews with the customers, and obtain the required approvals for final course delivery.
  • Provide consultation and validation of educational content and delivery throughout all phases of multimedia development as requested; ensuring that products are educationally sound.
  • Must attend and participate in training and meetings as directed by the course director or technical advisor.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

  • Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in educational technology, Instructional Design, Educational Designย 
  • Or five (5) years of relevant applied experience in Instructional Systems Design (ISD) techniques and related discipline that includes demonstrated experience in two of the four: Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology; Instructional design practices; Educational assessment; Instructional product creation; Instructional product creation.
  • A master's degree in educational technology, Instructional Design, Educational Design, or related discipline is preferred.ย 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Must have applied experience in Instructional Systems Design (ISD) techniques and related discipline that includes demonstrated experience in two of the four disciplines:
    • Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology: Study of learning theories as they relate to the systematic design, creation and validation of instructional material.
    • Instructional design practices: Study of the principles and techniques used in designing training programs, building design strategy and models, and applying design methods to the improvement of instructional effectiveness.
    • Educational assessment: Study of the techniques for rating the effectiveness of instructional/educational programs, including creating written and performance tests and survey instruments, and determining reliability and validity of designed instruments.
    • Instructional product creation: Study of the techniques appropriate for creating training materials, including identifying learner characteristics, specifying objectives, applying training strategy, validating training materials, and assessing training.
  • Must be proficient in current technologies that are used to develop cutting edge educational materials. Expertise should include (but not limited to) technologies such as Adobe Captivate, packaging and delivering Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) packages, gaming, 3D modeling, virtual reality and simulation.
  • Must have demonstrated extensive experience in organizational skills and the ability to work independently and have strong interpersonal skills.
  • Must be proficient in filing, organizational, communication, and typing skills as well as extensive experience with the use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Adobe Acrobat programs.
  • Must have the ability to critically think, solve problems and effectively communicate through both writing and speech.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be willing and able to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement to mitigate transfer of any confidential, proprietary and/or sensitive information while in this position.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen; Born or Naturalized. (For the purposes of this work, a Green Card or Visa status will not be accepted.)
  • Must be able to pass a minimum of a Tier 1 background check (T1)/SF85 for a Position of Trust.

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please clickย hereย to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses and includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kupono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; ย Po`okela Solutions, LLC; ย Kikaha Solutions, LLC;ย and Pololei Solutions, LLC.

For additional information, please visit www.beringalakaina.com

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