Lead Game Designer – Playgig (El Segundo, CA – Onsite)
Location: El Segundo, CA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Senior
Reports To: Executive Producer (Omar Kendall)
Who We Are & What We Believe
Playgig is a fast-moving, high-standards game studio that believes in building together, pushing boundaries, and never settling for average. We’re here to make bold games, work hard, and learn constantly.
We’re not for everyone. We move fast, expect excellence, and embrace AI as a core pillar of game development. We believe great games come from deep collaboration, curiosity, and relentless iteration. We work onsite in El Segundo because we believe the best ideas come when smart, ambitious people are in the same room solving hard problems.
If this excites you—if you love designing games, are energized by challenges, and want to be part of a team that pushes each other to be better—read on.
What You’ll Do
- Own the design vision & execution for core gameplay mechanics, systems, and progression on Mystic Kingdoms, a new MOBA we're in the process of bringing to life.
- Leverage AI tools to accelerate prototyping, level design, and content creation.
- Work closely with engineering, art, and production teams to make designs a reality.
- Lead playtesting & iteration cycles, using data and player feedback to refine experiences.
- Develop and maintain clear, actionable game design documentation.
- Collaborate with leadership and executive teams to align game design with business strategy.
- Mentor designers and foster a culture of creative problem-solving.
What We’re Looking For
✅ 5+ years of game design experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
✅ Deep understanding of the MOBA genre, including game mechanics, design principles, and player expectations.
✅ Proven ability to design, implement, and iterate on core gameplay mechanics.
✅ Experience with multiplayer, live-service, or competitive games.
✅ Comfortable working with AI-assisted design tools, procedural systems, or data-driven workflows.
✅ Strong collaboration skills—able to work cross-functionally with engineers, artists, and producers.
✅ Passion for fast iteration, testing, and player-driven feedback loops.
✅ You thrive in a high-standards, fast-moving environment and love solving hard problems.
✅ You prefer working onsite with your team because you believe great games are built together.
Why Playgig?
🚀 You’ll work with a team that moves fast, iterates aggressively, and holds each other to high standards.
💡 You’ll have a high-impact role where your decisions directly shape our game.
🎯 You’ll help define the future of AI-driven game development.
📍 You’ll work onsite in our El Segundo office, collaborating closely with top industry talent.
How to Apply
Tell us why you'd be a great lead designer for Mystic Kingdoms. Tell us about your favorite MOBA hero and why!