Game Designer, CryptoKitties

Join us at Dapper as a Game Designer for CryptoKitties, where we focus on the intersection of blockchain and gaming. Our flagship projects, including Disney Pinnacle, NBA Top Shot, and NFL All Day, are blockchain-based digital collectibles platforms that leverage sophisticated technology. You will play a pivotal role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, continually deploying to an enthusiastic and global audience, helping to pioneer new territories in blockchain and entertainment.

As a Game Designer, you will work closely with a team of creatives and developers to conceptualize, prototype, and refine gameplay systems that are both fun and accessible while living within the unique constraints of an open blockchain-based economy. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and collaborative designer to make their mark on the blockchain gaming space while learning from some of the best in the industry.

What we’ll achieve together:

• Develop engaging gameplay systems tailored to the CryptoKitties brand while balancing in-game and token-based economies to ensure sustainable player engagement and growth.
• Create game concepts, user flows, and documentation that communicate ideas effectively to the development team.
• Collaborate with artists, engineers, and product managers to bring ideas to life.
• Balance fun and challenge in game features, ensuring high player engagement and retention.
• Facilitate playtests and analyze player behavior to identify areas for improvement in both gameplay and the in-game economy, iterating on designs based on insights.
• Explore creative ways to integrate blockchain technology into gameplay.
• Assist in developing live events and feature updates that keep players excited and engaged.

About you:

• 3+ years of experience in game design, preferably with casual or mobile games.
• Strong understanding of core gameplay mechanics and system design.
• Passion for creating fun and engaging player experiences.
• Knowledge of blockchain or a strong curiosity to learn about its potential in gaming.
• Proficient in tools like Figma, Miro, or other design and documentation tools.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A love for CryptoKitties and an interest in shaping its future!

Dapper Labs is the world's first blockchain entertainment company. We are the creators of industry-leading experiences including CryptoKitties, NBA Top Shot, NFL All Day, and Disney Pinnacle, as well as Dapper Wallet – the simplest way to manage your assets and use the blockchain. Our mission at Dapper Labs is to make the world a more accessible and enjoyable place through consumer adoption of decentralized technologies.