Level Designer II - Extraction Shooter (Unreal Engine | Multiplayer FPS)

1 Day ago • 5 Years + • Level Design • $89,000 PA - $105,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Pipeworks Studios is looking for an experienced Level Designer II to join their team. The role involves prototyping and building gameplay-rich environments for a multiplayer extraction shooter with competitive FPS mechanics. Key responsibilities include designing Point-of-Interest driven maps, integrating gameplay systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, balancing game flow and pacing, and taking levels from greybox to final implementation. The ideal candidate will have strong Unreal Engine expertise and a deep understanding of extraction shooter or similar loot-driven genres.

Must have:

Experience designing for extraction shooters, PvEvP, or loot-driven genres
Proficiency in UE5 including level layout and Blueprint scripting
Strong encounter design skills and understanding of player psychology
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Comfortable collaborating across global time zones

Perks:

Medical, Dental, and Vision
401K with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
20 Paid Company Holidays
Relocation Assistance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Fitness Club Discounts
Sports Team Sponsorship
Annual Company Events
Project Wrap Parties

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Job Details

Level Designer II - Extraction Shooter (Unreal Engine | Multiplayer FPS)

Department: Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Eugene, OR

Compensation: $89,000 - $105,000 / year

Description

Pipeworks Studios is seeking an experienced Level Designer II to join the team working on prototyping a multiplayer extraction shooter with competitive FPS mechanics. In this role, you'll contribute to building gameplay-rich environments that emphasize risk-reward exploration, loot-based progression, and dynamic player encounters.

This position is ideal for a designer with strong Unreal Engine expertise and hands-on experience crafting Point-of-Interest (POI)-driven maps and PvEvP spaces. You’ll collaborate closely with systems, AI, art, and narrative teams to deliver gameplay-first level design that balances tension, readability, and player freedom.

Our studio is based in Eugene, Oregon, with the flexibility of fully remote work. Join a world-class team focused on delivering high-impact, genre-driven gameplay.

Key Responsibilities

Day to Day

Design, prototype, and iterate on POIs and full map layouts that support player choice, dynamic encounters, and environmental storytelling
Integrate gameplay systems including AI, loot, and objectives into engaging level experiences
Collaborate with artists, narrative designers, and systems designers to deliver gameplay spaces that are readable, immersive, and replayable
Balance risk, flow, and pacing across key player paths and encounters
Take levels from greybox to final, working iteratively through playtesting and cross-discipline feedback
Document and communicate design intent, layout justifications, and encounter scripting needs clearly to team members

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Must Haves

Deep, demonstrable understanding of and/or direct professional experience designing for extraction shooters, competitive PvEvP, or similar loot-driven genres
Proficiency in UE5, including level layout, Blueprint scripting, and gameplay prototyping
Strong encounter design sensibilities and understanding of player psychology and pacing
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
Comfortable collaborating and leading teams across multiple global time zones

Education & Experience

5+ years of professional experience in game design
2+ shipped titles (AA or AAA), ideally with demonstrable experience in a senior or lead role
- Note: For this role, academic projects do not qualify as professionally shipped or launched titles

Benefits

Flexible Working Environment
Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter how 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 Assistance
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 Demographic 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.