Game Designer (Live Content) (Golf)

Location: Hybrid position based in Nova Scotia, Canada; relocation support is available for the right candidate.

Company

hirify.global develops and publishes major video game franchises across sports, strategy, action, and other genres, with HB Studios creating PGA TOUR hirify.global Golf for PC and consoles.

What you will do

• Work with feature owners to plan and implement content supporting existing game systems.
• Design, author, and maintain gameplay, event, and objective-based content for engaging player experiences.
• Design supplementary level content on existing golf courses for gameplay such as Challenges.
• Handle hands-on implementation, including playtesting, tuning, data entry, content creation, and scripting.
• Validate tools and features, coordinate with QA, and report bugs with reproduction steps.
• Develop ideas and extensions for Live Service features and contribute to the studio’s game design philosophy.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in Game Design.
• Strong knowledge of golf, professional golf, and PGA TOUR.
• Strong systems design foundation, including game loops, player motivations, and retention.
• Understanding of technical and production aspects of game development, with experience on at least one shipped title or project.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate and document ideas in a distributed team using Slack and video calls.
• Proficiency with common game development software and tools.
• Self-motivation, willingness to research and grow, and the ability to become a subject-matter expert.
• Strong knowledge of current design trends and mechanics across major modern sports franchises.

Nice to have

• Experience with live service games.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment focused on creative, authentic, and innovative game development.
• Equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
• Relocation support is available for the right candidate moving to Nova Scotia.
• Nova Scotia offers access to nature, cultural experiences, and a balanced lifestyle.