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As a Senior Producer for Party and Puzzle Games, you will be at the forefront of our game development process, driving excellence in game quality, timelines, and risk management. You will lead major ...

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

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$170K - $250K/yr

As a Senior Producer for Party and Puzzle Games, you will be at the forefront of our game development process, driving excellence in game quality, timelines, and risk management. You will lead major ...

As a Senior Producer for Party and Puzzle Games, you will be at the forefront of our game development process, driving excellence in game quality, timelines, and risk management. You will lead major ...

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

OR · On-site +1

$170K - $250K/yr

As a Senior Producer for Party and Puzzle Games, you will be at the forefront of our game development process, driving excellence in game quality, timelines, and risk management. You will lead major ...

OR

$123K - $125K/yr

As an Executive Producer for the Party and Puzzle Games Portfolio, you will be an operational leader in our game development process, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring excellence across a ...

Executive Producer, Party Games

Los Gatos, CA · On-site +1

$144K - $146K/yr

As an Executive Producer for the Party and Puzzle Games Portfolio, you will be an operational leader in our game development process, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring excellence across a ...

Executive Producer, Party Games

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$133K - $135K/yr

As an Executive Producer for the Party and Puzzle Games Portfolio, you will be an operational leader in our game development process, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring excellence across a ...

Executive Producer, Party Games

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$133K - $135K/yr

As an Executive Producer for the Party and Puzzle Games Portfolio, you will be an operational leader in our game development process, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring excellence across a ...

Executive Producer, Party Games

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$133K - $135K/yr

As an Executive Producer for the Party and Puzzle Games Portfolio, you will be an operational leader in our game development process, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring excellence across a ...

As an Executive Producer for the Party and Puzzle Games Portfolio, you will be an operational leader in our game development process, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring excellence across a ...

Game Designer

Lehi, UT · On-site

$145K/yr

... and puzzle games. With our headquarters in the heart of Orange County and a growing studio in Utah, we're dedicated to our mission of bringing joy to others one game at a time. Ever since our ...

Game Designer

Lehi, UT

$145K/yr

... and puzzle games. With our headquarters in the heart of Orange County and a growing studio in Utah, we're dedicated to our mission of bringing joy to others one game at a time. Ever since our ...

$162K/yr

Game Designer (Puzzle) About us: Deep expertise. Personal and Industry evolution. Impeccable craft ... We are unlocking its potential beyond games to transform digital markets into real-world economies ...

$100K - $125K/yr

At Level Ex Games Powered by Relevate Health, you'll work across a range of casual game genres and platforms--whether it's puzzle games, strategy games, or massively-multiplayer party games--all ...

$120K - $150K/yr

In this role, you'll work on games across an array of casual and multiplayer genres (puzzle games, strategy games, party games, and beyond). You'll empower artists and designers to iterate quickly on ...

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How much do puzzle games jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for puzzle games in the United States is $130,762.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges puzzle game designers face when developing new game mechanics?

Puzzle game designers often encounter the challenge of balancing difficulty—creating puzzles that are neither too easy nor too frustrating for players. Another frequent challenge is ensuring that new mechanics feel fresh while still being intuitive for players to learn. Designers must also playtest extensively to identify unforeseen solutions or exploits and refine the game based on user feedback. Collaboration with artists, programmers, and testers is vital to ensure a cohesive and engaging player experience.

What are puzzle games?

Puzzle games are a genre of video games that challenge players to solve problems or complete tasks using logic, pattern recognition, strategy, or word completion. These games often require critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, and can range from simple match-three games to complex brain teasers. Popular examples include Sudoku, Tetris, and crossword puzzles. Puzzle games can be played on various platforms, including mobile devices, computers, and gaming consoles. They are enjoyed by players of all ages for their engaging and mentally stimulating gameplay.

What is the difference between Puzzle Games vs Game Designers?

AspectPuzzle GamesGame Designers
Required CredentialsOften no formal degree, but skills in logic, creativity, and game design toolsBachelor's or higher in game design, computer science, or related fields
Work EnvironmentIndie studios, mobile app companies, or freelance projectsGame development studios, entertainment companies, or freelance
Industry UsageDesigning and developing puzzle-based gamesCreating overall game concepts, mechanics, and user experience
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on puzzle game creation and developmentBroader game development and design roles

While puzzle games focus specifically on creating engaging puzzle experiences, game designers have a broader role in conceptualizing and designing entire games, including puzzles, storylines, and mechanics. Puzzle games are a subset within the game design industry, often requiring specialized skills in logic and problem-solving, whereas game designers oversee the overall game development process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Puzzle Game Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Puzzle Game Designer, you need a strong understanding of game mechanics, logical problem-solving, and a background in game design or computer science. Familiarity with game development engines (like Unity or Unreal), prototyping tools, and scripting languages such as C# or Python is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help create engaging puzzles and user experiences. These skills ensure the development of compelling, balanced, and enjoyable puzzle games that resonate with players.
Infographic showing various Puzzle Games job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 65% Physical, and 35% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,762 per year, or $62.9 per hour.
Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

Netflix

Remote

$170K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Netflix rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 65 rated media


Job description

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what's next.
Netflix is looking for a versatile Senior Game Producer, Party and Puzzle Games, to join our dynamic Games Production team and contribute to our goal of bringing best-in-class games to our members. We're a team with big ambitions and an obsession to deliver memorable game moments that leave players telling their own stories for years to come. As a part of Netflix, we strive to hire the best and value integrity, excellence, respect, inclusion, and collaboration.
As a Senior Producer for Party and Puzzle Games, you will be at the forefront of our game development process, driving excellence in game quality, timelines, and risk management. You will lead major initiative titles and franchises, ensuring game excellence and strategic alignment with our portfolio objectives. Your role will involve mentoring and managing a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
This role is remote and will require frequent interaction with both Pacific and Eastern European time zones. Some travel will be required quarterly to either Los Angeles or Los Gatos.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Game Leadership: Produce a complex title from inception to live. Be the single source of truth for game information.
  • Excellence in Game Production: Have a proven track record as an excellent game producer with a focus on game readiness, quality, predictability, impact, and performance.
  • Roadmap and Schedule Creation: Develop and drive full lifecycle project roadmaps, schedules, and quality standards, ensuring alignment with broader portfolio and quality goals.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with our operations teams to own partnerships with cross-functional teams, excelling in relationship management and delivery.
  • Strategic Focus: Demonstrate a strong understanding of portfolio objectives and the ability to align project efforts with strategic goals.

Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience in Video Game Production, preferably in both Publishing and Development, shipping multiple products from ideation to live operation on various platforms.
  • Strong understanding of game development - Design, Programming, Art, Audio, Localization, QA, Release Management.
  • Able to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, utilize analytical skills for continuous improvement.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
  • Experience in presenting to and communicating effectively with stakeholders and partners at all levels.
  • Proven leadership skills, able to influence teams without direct authority, while fostering a positive team environment and relationships.
  • Expertise in managing project budgets - forecasting, tracking, reporting
  • Can make cost-effective decisions while maintaining high bar for game quality
  • Up-to-date on industry trends, player preferences, and the competitive landscape.
  • Passionate about gaming across various genres/platforms, with a focus on party, puzzle, tabletop, card games.
  • Highly-adaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments
  • Open to receiving and giving feedback
  • Sensitive to cultural differences - able to work effectively with diverse teams and audiences.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $170,000.00 - $250,000.00. This compensation range will vary based on location.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.

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About Netflix

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Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with 222 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, feature films and mobile games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Gatos, CA, US

Year founded

1997