Principal Game Designer

At Bellota Labs, we’re on a mission to build groundbreaking new games for the U.S. market. As a fast-moving, innovation-driven startup, we’re assembling a world-class team to push the boundaries of game design, storytelling, and player engagement. With ClubWPT Gold already redefining the online poker experience, we’re now expanding our vision to create the next generation of gaming experiences.

We’re looking for a Principal Game Designer – a creative leader who combines systems thinking, player empathy, and design execution. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving the vision and design of new games, shaping core gameplay mechanics, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver experiences that are fresh, engaging, and market-ready.

If you’re passionate about creating games that stand out and want to play a key role in building something from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Own the Game Vision – Define and evolve the core design pillars that make our games distinctive, fun, and replayable.
• Design Core Systems & Mechanics – Lead the creation of gameplay loops, balance systems, and metagame features that keep players engaged.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines – Partner closely with artists, engineers, producers, and product leads to bring ideas from concept to polished release.
• Prototype & Iterate – Build, test, and refine ideas quickly to discover what resonates most with players.
• Mentor & Elevate – Provide guidance to other designers and help foster a culture of creativity, playtesting, and continuous improvement.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve – Keep informed of trends, genres, and player behavior to inspire innovation and design excellence.

What We’re Looking For

Why Join Bellota Labs

$200,000 - $300,000 a year

Join Bellota Labs and help define the next generation of gaming experiences.

If you’re ready to create innovative, meaningful games that push boundaries, we want to hear from you.

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