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Limit Break

$162K/yr

Game Designer (Puzzle) About us: Deep expertise. Personal and Industry evolution. Impeccable craft ... Familiarity with A/B testing frameworks and live balancing tools * Background in economy simulation ...

Stefanini

Business System Analyst

Richmond, VA

... testing of system solutions Experience in data modeling & lineage In addition: Passionate about ... pieces of the puzzle so you can see the big picture. Assisting the team in finding refined ...

Prescient Edge

Mid. Systems Engineer

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... testing and maintenance. * Systems engineering is like putting together a puzzle, matching varied pieces together to make one cohesive whole. Systems engineers are concerned with the "big picture" of ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Data Scientist

Alexandria, VA

... pieces of their information puzzle. You'll guide and mentor your team as you oversee the ... Experience with statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, experimental design ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Data Scientist

Alexandria, VA · On-site +1

... pieces of their information puzzle. You'll guide and mentor your team as you oversee the ... Experience with statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, experimental design ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Data Scientist

Alexandria, VA · On-site

... pieces of their information puzzle. You'll guide and mentor your team as you oversee the ... Experience with statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, experimental design ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Data Scientist

Alexandria, VA · On-site

... puzzle. You'll guide and mentor your team as you oversee the develop ment of algorithms and systems ... Experience with statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, experimental design ...

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How much do puzzle tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for puzzle tester in Virginia is $47.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.16 and $55.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a puzzle tester?

A successful Puzzle Tester typically has excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities, often supported by a background in game design, mathematics, or a related field. Familiarity with digital prototyping tools, puzzle authoring software, and documentation platforms is advantageous, though formal certifications may not be required. Strong communication, creativity, and collaboration skills help Puzzle Testers efficiently convey feedback and work with designers and developers. These skills ensure puzzles are both solvable and engaging, leading to a well-balanced and enjoyable end-user experience.

What is a puzzle tester?

A Puzzle Tester evaluates puzzles, games, and brainteasers to ensure they are engaging, solvable, and free of errors. They test difficulty levels, check for logical consistency, and provide feedback to designers. Their role helps improve the overall player experience by identifying flaws or ambiguities before publication.

What does a puzzle tester do?

A typical day for a Puzzle Tester involves playtesting a range of puzzles at various development stages, meticulously documenting errors, ambiguities, or unintended solutions. Puzzle Testers work closely with designers to provide constructive feedback on difficulty, clarity, and engagement, often participating in team meetings to discuss improvements. They may also help prioritize testing assignments based on project timelines and assist in refining testing procedures for new puzzle types. This role is hands-on and collaborative, with opportunities to influence both the quality and playability of the final product.

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Game Designer (Puzzle) (Japan)

Limit Break

On-site

$162K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description
 
 
Limit Break
 
Limit BreakBuckley VenturesParadigm Ventures
 
Limit Break
 

  • Expected Value
  • NormalHardBossEvent

  • UXArtEngineering
  • A/B
  • ARPDAUExpected ValueRetention
  • AI
  • KPI
  • A/B
  • Data ScienceProductLiveOps
Game Designer (Puzzle) 
 
About us:
 
Deep expertise. Personal and Industry evolution. Impeccable craft. These are Limit Break's founding principles.
Limit Break is founded by global industry leaders in mobile gaming. We are unlocking its potential beyond games to transform digital markets into real-world economies and digital worlds into vibrant communities who will take gaming economies for both players and traders to new limits. We combine the power of technology, and creative vision to create experiences that connect people from all corners of the globe.
 
Limit Break is backed by leading investors that include Buckley Ventures & Paradigm Ventures. The adoption rate and a number of public and private partnerships is proving it to be the next wave of technology of the future and Gaming is leading the way.
 
About the Role:
 
As a Game Designer focused on Mechanics and Live Balance, you will be responsible for designing and tuning core gameplay systems that drive player flow, engagement, and long-term retention.
 
You will operate at the intersection of game design, player psychology, and data analytics - continuously optimizing difficulty curves, progression systems, and in-game economy through live data and structured experimentation.
 
 
You will have the opportunity to:
 
  • Design and balance gameplay mechanics and progression systems that reinforce player flow, engagement, and retention
  • Lead continuous post-launch tuning efforts
    Analyze player data, win rates, and retention metrics to optimize gameplay curves and in-game economy balance
  • Define and refine difficulty curves, reward structures, and Expected Value models across player segments
  • Collaborate with Live Operations to maintain healthy source/sink systems and ensure sustainable in-game economic flow
  • Work closely with data analysts to evaluate completion rates, retry rates, booster usage, and monetization correlations
  • Build and maintain structured difficulty tiers (e.g., Normal / Hard / Boss / Event)
  • Lead live tuning cycles, including hypothesis design, parameter adjustments, and performance measurement
  • Partner with UX, Art, and Engineering to ensure puzzles clearly communicate goals and deliver strong feedback loops
  • Design and run A/B tests on gameplay parameters, rewards, and difficulty configurations
  • Document tuning frameworks, economic structures, and balancing methodologies to ensure cross-team alignment
Qualifications:
  • Strong interest in game design, level design, player psychology, and data science
  • Clear understanding of how difficulty design, gameplay flow, and economic systems influence retention and monetization
  • Ability to analyze quantitative metrics (e.g., win/loss rates, ARPDAU, Expected Value, retention deltas) and translate insights into actionable design decisions
  • Experience with capacity planning for level production in casual genres, including the use of automation and AI tools
  • Comfortable iterating quickly based on live KPIs and player feedback
  • Ability to thrive in Agile development environments
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design intent and logic across disciplines
Nice to Have: 
  • Experience designing within hybrid-casual genres
  • Familiarity with A/B testing frameworks and live balancing tools
  • Background in economy simulation, retention modeling, or monetization design
  • Hands-on experience with source/sink modeling and reward pacing systems
  • Experience with expected value modeling, difficulty curve design, and win-rate-based balancing
Apply now:
If you are confident, driven and are looking for an exciting role, this job could be a great opportunity for you.
Apply to [email protected] to explore this new opportunity.
 
This is an international blockchain gaming company that operates regionally, and is opening offices in multiple locations around the globe.
 
We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. 
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