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# Senior Game Designer

- **Company:** * Arrow
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer Animation, Data Analysis, Programming Tools, Video Game Development, Atlassian Tools
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=001330d1c29aab0d

## About the Role

* Able to work with team to align priorities and drive towards solutions, a true team player
 * Passion to create fun games with an engaging player experience.
 * Excellent organizational skills.
 * Motivate and provide support to the game team, always contributing to a positive work environment.
 * Understanding of game math and probability principles.
 * Understanding of player psychology, slot game mechanics, gambling principles, * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
 * 5+ years of slot game design experience including casino, online, and/or social
 * Strong familiarity with successful game-development processes and pipelines
 * Experience of development tools. (Jira and Confluence/Excel, etc.)
 * Experience with best-in-class game development in any capacity (art, design, math, development, production, etc.)

## Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Game Designer based at our Chicago studio. You will create compelling prize-first 'slot-like' concepts working with all game-design disciplines to develop your concept to a finished product including math, programming, audio, production, and visual arts. Utilizing exceptional communication skills and your wealth of experience, you will craft exceptional gaming experiences to deliver premier gaming content for Arrow markets.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

 * Design compelling 'slot-style' games from concept to completion.
 * Provide game-design expertise working with the team to clearly define all aspects of the game that impact the end-user, including math, game play, interface, animation, sound, art style.
 * Work within project schedules and milestones.
 * Set goals and shepherd team to success.
 * Promote teamwork in an environment where individuals are spread out across the United States.
 * Work with the Producer to identify roadblocks, project risks and proactively find solutions.
 * Conduct strategic market and data analysis for competitive game design.


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