КанадаSr. Game Designer
3 нед. назад
КанадаSeniorRemote
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Senior Game Designer responsible for defining and executing core user experience including UI, character and enemy locomotion, AI, mini-games, and co-op gameplay features.
О компании
- Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe® , boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe® , an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.
- is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
- For more information and exciting news related to , please visit.
Обязанности
- Lead and mentor the design team to help deliver the creative vision and product goals for the game.
- Collaborate with animation, programming, and level design teams to deliver a polished player experience.
- Guide and collaborate with the tools team to enhance the development flow for gameplay, ensuring efficient and flexible processes for rapid iteration and testing.
- Fully understand, articulate, and champion the product goals and creative vision for the game across disciplines.
- Analyze data, player feedback, and internal playtests to refine and iterate on designs.
- Document and communicate game design concepts clearly, ensuring alignment across all development teams.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and innovations in enemy and boss design, bringing fresh ideas to the team.
- Participate in playtests, providing and receiving constructive feedback to continuously improve combat encounters.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Требования
- 5+ years of experience as a Designer in the video game industry.
- Proven experience designing and implementing ideally in live service or multiplayer environments.
- Must have experience working on a 1st-person or 3rd-person game.
- Strong understanding of player feedback loops, hit detection, and animation timing to create responsive and satisfying combat interactions.
- Experience with game engines and familiarity with tools for designing games.
- Ability to analyze gameplay data and user feedback.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-disciplinary teams.
- Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced development environment.
- Other senior-level responsibilities as assigned.
- We believe in the power of human connection. At , we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates. All applications are reviewed by human, qualified recruiters.
Другое
- The Senior Game Designer will be responsible for defining and executing the core user experience, which includes, but is not limited to: user interface (UI), main character locomotion and combat, enemy locomotion and Artificial Intelligence (AI), mini-games, and all co-op-related gameplay features.
- This incumbent will possess exceptional communication skills in written, visual, and verbal forms, and must be able to drive implementation of their ideas from concept to final polish.
- At , we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community. Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.