Level Designer
Estoty
Job Summary
The Riga studio is seeking a creative Level Designer to join a dedicated team focused on developing the next big hit game. This role involves designing and creating engaging levels and rich gameplay experiences. The Level Designer will work closely with the Lead Designer and Team Lead to ensure a coherent gameplay experience. Key responsibilities include crafting spaces that leverage game mechanics, fine-tuning encounters and puzzles, collaborating with art and programming teams, and developing visually appealing level environments.
Must Have
- Create engaging spaces that push gameplay mechanics
- Tune key aspects of the game mechanics, including encounters, puzzles, and collisions
- Work alongside the Art team to build relationships between gameplay elements
- Collaborate with programmers to create new tools and systems
- Create eye-pleasing level environments
- At least 2 years of professional experience in level design or similar role
- Proficiency in use of data management and Excel spreadsheets
- Strong communication skills and the ability to convey abstract concepts with other members of the team
- Knowledgeable in mobile, console, and PC games
- Knowledge of Latvian and English
Good to Have
- Experience with Unity engine
- A portfolio of mobile titles
Perks & Benefits
- Friendly atmosphere and smooth interpersonal relationships
- Opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new mobile game that will be played by hundreds of millions of people around the world
- Modern office
- Health insurance
- Personal growth & trainings
- Free lunch, snacks and drinks
- Sport activities
- Experience exchange
- Full taxes and social warranties
- Competitive Salary
Job Description
Who we are
Founded in 2012 in Latvia, expanded with a second studio in Lithuania, in 2014. Today the company is known as a creative video game developer with a keen eye for detail, crafting games across all platforms including PC, mobile, and VR.
With a portfolio of over 50 successful titles, the company has created global mobile hits such as Johnny Trigger, 2048, and Knife Hit, along with recent successes like Idle Breakers, West Escape, Raptor Evolution, Age of Sails, and My Little Universe. Collectively, the company's games have been downloaded more than 2 billion times, with Johnny Trigger becoming the most downloaded mobile game worldwide in January 2020. This success has empowered the company to take on larger-scale projects, expanding its creative vision and pushing the boundaries of gameplay and storytelling.
Role
The Riga studio is looking for a creative level designer to be a part of a dedicated team of talented professionals passionate about creating the next big hit! As a level designer, you will be responsible for developing levels and experiences that are engaging and rich in gameplay. You will be working under our Lead Designer and Team Lead to help produce an engaging and coherent gameplay experience.
Responsibilities
- Create engaging spaces that push gameplay mechanics;
- Tune key aspects of the game mechanics, including encounters, puzzles, and collisions;
- Work alongside the Art team to build relationships between gameplay elements;
- Collaborate with programmers to create new tools and systems;
- Create eye-pleasing level environments.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of professional experience in level design or similar role;
- Proficiency in use of data management and Excel spreadsheets;
- Strong communication skills and the ability to convey abstract concepts with other members of the team;
- Knowledgeable in mobile, console, and PC games;
- Experience with Unity engine is a plus;
- A portfolio of mobile titles is a plus;
- Knowledge of Latvian and English.
We offer
- Friendly atmosphere and smooth interpersonal relationships - this is our core value;
- Opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new mobile game that will be played by hundreds of millions of people around the world;
- Full-time 09:00-18:00 job position;
- Salary 1600 - 3500 (bruto) depending on experience.
Benefits
- Modern office
- Health insurance
- Personal growth & trainings
- Free lunch, snacks and drinks
- Sport activities
- Experience exchange
- Full taxes and social warranties
- Competitive Salary