Remote Senior Systems Designer

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Demiurge Studios

πŸ“Remote - Worldwide

Job highlights

Summary

Demiurge Studios is seeking a Senior Systems Designer with open-world RPG experience for remote or Boston-based work. The candidate will design game systems and mechanics for the next Demiurge game, collaborating with a cross-functional team to ensure a thrilling player experience.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience as a game designer working on game systems and mechanics with a deep understanding of player motivations, mechanics, and behaviors of open-world RPG games
  • Demonstrable experience designing significant game systems for at least one shipped open-world RPG game. Please submit a portfolio link that showcases your experience!
  • Deep understanding of combat-related systems including gameplay feel, character abilities, and enemy design
  • Hands-on experience rapidly prototyping gameplay with a AAA game engine (strong preference for Unreal expertise)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey designs clearly
  • Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to operate within an agile, fast-paced, and sometimes ambiguous environment
  • Passion for open-world RPG gameplay with the desire and motivation to take an idea from initial concept to launch

Responsibilities

  • Work with the game’s creative leadership to develop the vision into practical and executable designs
  • Own the design, documentation, and implementation of core gameplay features and mechanics
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to prototype and iterate on game mechanics and systems that ensure a thrilling player experience
  • Solve creative & technical challenges that require navigating ambiguity and production constraints
  • Establish and document gameplay and system design best practices for the game
  • Technical implementation of gameplay systems and mechanics within Unreal utilizing blueprints, Unreal features, and other tools as applicable

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Generous PTO program including vacation days, sick days, and holidays
  • A variety of medical benefits with PPO options that start on your first day of employment
  • Vision and Dental benefits
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) - Available if you select a High Deductible Healthcare plan
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (HC & DC FSA)
  • 401K Partial Match
  • Commuter Reimbursement Program for hybrid employees
  • Tuition reimbursement promoting lifelong learning
  • Referral bonuses
  • Bonus plan
  • So. Many. Games. - Access to our huge game library!
  • Free snacks and drinks!
  • Demi-Lunch Tuesday - Lunch is on us!
  • Game Night Food
  • Ping Pong!
  • Step Mania! Get your dance on!
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