Level Designer I
Job Summary
Job Description
Pipeworks Studios seeks a Level Designer I to collaborate on an Unreal Engine 5 AAA title. Responsibilities include creating and managing level design tasks, contributing to all stages of level development (from initial concept to final polish), collaborating with engineers and other team members to implement game mechanics and features, and communicating with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses demonstrable Unreal Engine (UE5 preferred) level design experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with source control and project management tools like Jira or Confluence. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience and shipping of at least one AAA or AA title. The company offers a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.
Must have:
- Unreal Engine level design experience (UE5 preferred)
- Strong communication skills
- Source control experience
- Familiarity with Jira/Confluence
- 3+ years relevant experience
- Shipped at least one AAA/AA title
Perks:
- Flexible Working Environment
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401K with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 20 Paid Company Holidays
- Relocation
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Club Discounts
- Sports Team Sponsorship
- Annual Company Events
- Project Wrap Parties
6 skills required
Job Details
Level Designer I
Department: Design
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Eugene, OR
Compensation: $65,000 - $78,000 / year
Description
Join Pipeworks Studios and shape immersive worlds as a Level Designer I for an exciting Unreal-based AAA title in development. Work remotely or from our vibrant Eugene, Oregon studio, collaborating with world-class developers to craft unforgettable player experiences.
We seek an experienced industry professional with at least one shipped AAA or AA title. In this role, you'll work to realize level design within Unreal Engine 5, working closely with stakeholders and clients across disciplines. If you thrive in creative problem-solving and want to contribute to a dynamic, innovation-driven team, we’d love to hear from you!
Enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to leave your mark on a global audience.
Day To Day
Responsibilities
- Collaboratively create, communicate, and manage assigned tasks
- Drive collaborative level design in Unreal 5 to completion
- Contribute to level design at all stages (gym, white box, playable, final)
- Collaborate with engineers and other staff to ensure the successful implementation of game mechanics and features within levels
- Communicate with external stakeholders, including clients, per project requirements
- Occasional travel, per project requirements
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Must Haves
- Demonstrable Unreal-based level design experience (UE5 preferred)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Current/up-to-date experience with source control solutions
- Familiarity w/ Jira, Confluence, or equivalent task tracking and collaborative environments
- Communicate effectively with team, both written and verbal
- Show deductive reasoning skills
- Assist in solving problems in resourceful ways
- Organize and communicate complex systems and data with an attention to detail
- Work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Assist in solving problems in resourceful ways
- Work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Be flexible to changing priorities
- Ability to lead teams and 3rd parties remotely
Education & Experience Required
- 3+ years relevant work experience in Game Design
- 1+ AAA or AA commercial titles shipped
- Unreal 5 Experience
What We Can Offer You
A Flexible Working Environment
Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid.
Benefits
Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401K with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 20 Paid Company Holidays
- Relocation
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Club Discounts
- Sports Team Sponsorship
- Annual Company Events
- Project Wrap Parties
A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization.
By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone!
Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications below.
Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization.
By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone!
Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications below.
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