Senior Game Designer II

Summary

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience as a Game Designer, Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to present, mentor and guide junior team members, and lead cross-functional project teams
• Proven experience designing highly engaging VR, Games, and or interactive training simulations
• Proven ability to communicate and drive cross functional alignment on Design values and standards via robust documentation
• Proficiency in using game development tools and software such as Unity or Unreal Engine
• Ability to quickly design and build prototypes in 3D and VR to test out ideas and concepts with the team
• Strong understanding of VR technologies, including hardware and software capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with and across multi-discipline team environments
• Passion for creating impactful and compelling training experiences in VR

Responsibilities

• Design and develop VR training simulations and experiences that meet specific learning objectives and user needs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, artists, and subject matter experts to ensure effective and high-quality product delivery
• Conduct user research, play-tests, and gather feedback to iterate and improve training simulations
• Create detailed design documents, wireframes, and 2D/ 3D prototypes to communicate design concepts and solutions
• Develop narrative frameworks and rule sets to guide the progression and flow of VR training simulations
• Proficiency in level design for training simulations, understanding customer needs and input from SMEs to design effective levels, including realistic blocking and managing spawning points
• Stay up-to-date with the latest VR technologies, trends, and best practices to continuously enhance the quality and effectiveness of our training solutions
• Ensure the usability, playability (as well as replay-ability) and accessibility of VR training experiences for a diverse range of users

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401K with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Robust parental leave policy
• Award-winning office/working environment