--- title: 'Apply Here at MobilityWare' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/apply-here-mobilityware-irvine-0rxmz5b0c2jj' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-06' --- # Apply Here at MobilityWare - **Company:** MobilityWare - **Location:** Irvine, CA - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2023-01-25 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06 - **Apply:** http://boards.greenhouse.io/mobilityware/jobs/4827307?gh_jid=4827307 ## Job description Don't see a position that fits your background? No worries! If you have a passion for gaming and want to help us, bring joy to others one game at a time, fill out the general application below and tell us a little bit about yourself. Our friendly recruiters are standing by and will get in touch when we have an opportunity that fits your background and skills. ## About MobilityWare ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: MobilityWare is a leading mobile game publisher and developer best known for its #1 ranked Solitaire app, creating free-to-play casual card and puzzle games that have been downloaded over 400 million times. - **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped/Profitable) - **Headquarters**: Irvine, California, United States - **Founded**: 1990 (core software company); 2003 as MobilityWare; launched on App Store in 2008 - **Founders**: Dave Yonamine and John Libby ## Core Business - Primary industry: Mobile gaming / Casual games - Target customers: B2C (mass-market mobile gamers), casual and puzzle enthusiasts - Mission or purpose statement: "Bringing joy to others one game at a time" ## Products & Services - **Solitaire by MobilityWare**: The flagship title; #1 ranked Solitaire game on iOS and Android. A classic free-to-play card game with daily challenges, ads, and in-app purchases. - **MONOPOLY Solitaire**: A branded, modern twist on classic solitaire mechanics, integrating MONOPOLY board game elements. - **FreeCell**: Classic free-to-play FreeCell card game. - **Spades**: Multiplayer card game. - **Hearts**: Classic trick-taking card game. - **Mahjong**: Tile-matching puzzle game. - **Bubble Shooter Pop**: Puzzle shooting game. - **Jigsaw Puzzle & ColorArt Games** (via acquisition of Critical Hit Software): Puzzle games with over 20 million downloads. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (privately held, profitable company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue - estimated at **USD $18 million** (LinkedIn data); over **400 million total downloads**; 180 employees - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Bootstrapped; key partners include Apple, Google, Amazon (app stores), and Hasbro (MONOPOLY license). - **Growth Signals**: - Over 400 million downloads across the game portfolio. - Acquired Critical Hit Software in 2016 (Jigsaw and ColorArt games). - Acquired Jump Ramp in 2019. - Opened a second studio in Utah. - Headcount growth of +0.9% monthly, +20.6% yearly on LinkedIn. - Job postings up 400% year-over-year (active hiring). ## Competitive Advantages - **Iconic Brand Dominance**: Their Solitaire app is *the* #1 ranked Solitaire title on both major app stores, giving them a near-unassailable position in a high-volume, evergreen casual gaming category. - **Longevity & Stability**: Founded in 1990, bootstrapped, profitable, and with 180 employees, they represent a stable, non-VC-dependent employer in a volatile industry. - **Licensing Power**: Secured a key license for MONOPOLY Solitaire, providing brand recognition and differentiation. - **Strong Talent Pipeline**: Talent sources include Blizzard Entertainment, Zynga, and Jam City, indicating a competitive compensation and culture draw. - **High Employee Satisfaction**: Rated 4.5/5.0 on LinkedIn with strong scores in Work-Life Balance (4.7) and Culture (4.5). ## Strategic Focus - **Portfolio Expansion**: Continuing to expand their portfolio with new titles (recently growing from card games into puzzles via acquisitions) while maintaining their core card game dominance. - **Live Operations**: Optimizing the free-to-play economy (ads, IAP) in their evergreen titles to drive sustained revenue. - **Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring across engineering, design, product, and marketing (5+ open roles) to support growth and a new Utah studio. - **Multi-Platform Reach**: Currently on iOS, Android, and Amazon; expanding reach (launched a Facebook Instant Game in 2017). ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Recognition**: Named a "Best Place to Work in Orange County" by the Orange County Register (multiple years) and by the Orange County Business Journal (multiple years). Also named a "Best Place to Work in LA" by Built In LA. - **Work-Life Balance & Perks**: High Work-Life balance score (4.7). Offers excellent health benefits, 401k, profit sharing, company trips, free Friday lunches, and an annual Game Jam. - **Stability & Growth**: A privately held, profitable, and stable company (founded 1990) that is actively hiring (job postings up 400% YoY), offering both a safe harbor and growth opportunity. - **Physical Office**: Primarily in-office in Irvine, CA, with a new studio in Utah. Offers a collaborative, fun environment in a dedicated office space. - **Community Focus**: Active in local charity work (Second Harvest Food Bank, National Brain Tumor Society, Jessie Rees Foundation - NEGU). ## Sources 1. [mobilityware.com](https://www.mobilityware.com/) 2. [mobilityware.com/jobs](https://www.mobilityware.com/jobs/) 3. [mobilityware.com/ourstory](https://www.mobilityware.com/ourstory/) 4. [mobilityware.com/culture](https://www.mobilityware.com/mission-and-values/culture/) 5. [linkedin.com/company/mobilityware](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobilityware) ## Other roles at MobilityWare - [Product Marketing Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/product-marketing-manager-mobilityware-irvine-rsa7dy87hh3r) — Irvine, CA - [Senior Product Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-product-manager-mobilityware-irvine-trhqpzgfwakg) — Irvine, CA - [Artist/ Illustrator-2D](https://feeny.ai/job/artist-illustrator-2d-mobilityware-irvine-gwa6kqyt8k32) — Irvine, CA