Principal Game Designer - Casino & Gambling Games

Job description

At Bellota Labs, we're building the next generation of casino and gambling games for the U.S. market - and we need someone who genuinely loves this space. Not someone who studied it. Someone who lives it. We're talking about a designer who has a favorite slot mechanic, has opinions about volatility curves, knows why certain bonus rounds create that electric moment of anticipation, and gets genuinely excited about what makes a player come back for just one more spin. With ClubWPT Gold already redefining online poker, we're expanding into new gambling experiences — and we need a creative leader who can make them feel as good as the real thing. If you've spent time at the tables, know the thrill of a high-variance game, and have strong opinions about what separates a forgettable slot from an unforgettable one - keep reading. What You'll Do: - Own the Game Vision – Define the design pillars that make our casino games distinct, addictive, and replayable. You know what creates a great session — now build it. - Design Core Systems & Mechanics – Lead the creation of gambling loops, volatility models, bonus structures, and reward systems that keep players engaged and coming back. - Collabor...