Level Design Director

25 Minutes ago • 10 Years +
Level Design

Job Description

The Level Design Director at DICE Stockholm leads the execution of level design for a key game experience, reporting to the Chapter Level Design Director. This role involves ensuring levels meet creative goals and deliver exceptional gameplay quality, focusing on execution, mentorship, and daily excellence across multiple level pods. The director partners with Art, Narrative, and Production, reviews level work, provides feedback, and maintains alignment to ensure consistency and quality in the Battlefield franchise.
Must Have:
  • Lead execution of level design for your experience
  • Partner closely with Art, Narrative, and Production
  • Review and guide level work, providing feedback
  • Mentor and support Level Design Team
  • Maintain strong alignment with Chapter Level Design Director
  • Contribute to and apply design validation frameworks and KPIs
  • 10+ years of experience in level design
  • Leadership roles on AAA shooters or comparable titles
  • Proven track record of shipping high-quality levels
  • Deep understanding of spatial design, combat flow, and player readability
  • Skilled collaborator and mentor
Perks:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Mental well-being support
  • Retirement savings
  • Paid time off
  • Family leaves
  • Complimentary games
  • Inclusive space for growth
  • Opportunities for learning and experimenting

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General Information

Locations: Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

Role ID

211332

Worker Type

Regular Employee

Studio/Department

EA Studios - DICE Stockholm

Work Model

Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, the Battlefield team is looking to define the future of the first-person shooter. United the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive and Ripple Effect have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.

LET’S PUSH THINGS FORWARD

DICE is a creative studio with offices in Stockholm and Gothenburg. We believe in the power of diversity and welcome game creators from all backgrounds to collaborate with us as we unlock the potential for the future of Battlefield!

We’re always pushing to be at the forefront of creative entertainment - blending digital art, design, and technology to push boundaries. Our collaborative culture is fueled by passion, driving innovation and making a positive difference for our players and community.

At DICE, your ideas matter. We offer an inclusive space where you can thrive, be yourself, and grow alongside a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact to the world of gaming.

We’re all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on.

Role Overview The Level Design Director leads the execution for one of the game’s key experiences. Reporting to the Chapter Level Design Director, you ensure that your experience’s level(s) meet the project’s creative goals and deliver exceptional gameplay quality. You focus on execution, mentorship, and day-to-day excellence across multiple level pods.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the execution of level design for your experience, translating the overall direction into clear, achievable goals.
  • Partner closely with Art, Narrative, and Production to deliver cohesive, high-quality player experiences.
  • Review and guide level work, providing feedback that elevates flow, pacing, and player engagement.
  • Mentor and support Level Design Team to uphold design craft standards and to grow the team.
  • Maintain strong alignment with the Chapter Level Design Director and other experience directors to ensure consistency across the game.
  • Contribute to and apply design validation frameworks and KPIs to track quality and progress.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in level design, with leadership roles on AAA shooters or comparable titles.
  • Proven track record of shipping high-quality levels across multiple stages of production.
  • Deep understanding of spatial design, combat flow, and player readability.
  • Skilled collaborator and mentor, able to balance creative vision with production realities.

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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