Senior Gameplay Designer, PvP Shooter

5 Months ago • 6 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Demiurge Studios seeks a Senior Gameplay Designer for a PvP shooter game. Responsibilities include solidifying game vision, defining core gameplay and combat systems, building engaging second-to-second gameplay experiences focusing on 3Cs (Character, Camera, and Controls) design, prototyping and iterating on game mechanics, solving creative and technical challenges, and owning gameplay features. The role involves technical implementation in Unreal Engine and requires strong communication and collaboration skills. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience in designing and developing multiplayer action games, proven AAA game experience, and Unreal Engine expertise. Remote work is available, with relocation assistance potentially offered.
Must have:
  • 6+ years experience in designing multiplayer action games
  • AAA game experience (at least one shipped title)
  • Unreal Engine expertise
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ownership of gameplay features
Perks:
  • Flexible work environment
  • Generous PTO
  • Medical, vision, and dental benefits
  • 401k partial match
  • Commuter reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Referral bonuses
  • Bonus plan
  • Access to game library
  • Free snacks and drinks
  • Demi-Lunch Tuesday

Job Details

Demiurge Studios is seeking a highly motivated senior/principal Gameplay Designer with shooter experience to join our product incubation team. This is a unique opportunity to maximize your extensive gameplay design experience and proven leadership skills to conceive and shape the next great Demiurge game. 

As a Senior Gameplay Designer, you will partner with product leadership to solidify the vision of the game and collaborate with a talented cross-functional team to build it! If you live and breathe core gameplay loops and are passionate about building compelling second-to-second gameplay experiences, this opportunity is for you! 

Remote work is available for this role. Relocation assistance to the Boston area may also be available.

Responsibilities:

    • Work with the incubation team to solidify the game vision while defining core gameplay and combat systems.
    • Build best-in-class, second-to-second gameplay experiences that focus on 3Cs (Character, Camera, and Controls) design.
    • Collaborate with the incubation 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.
    • Ownership of gameplay features and design decisions.
    • Technical implementation of features within Unreal utilizing blueprints, Unreal features, and other tools as applicable.

Qualifications:

    • 6+ years of experience designing & developing 3rd or first-person multiplayer action games, with a deep understanding of player motivations, mechanics, and behaviors.
    • Demonstrable experience as a gameplay designer on at least one shipped multiplayer AAA game. Please submit a portfolio link that showcases your experience!
    • Hands-on experience rapidly prototyping gameplay with a AAA game engine (strong preference for Unreal expertise).
    • Expertise in what makes gameplay feel amazing including mechanics, player experience, audio, animation, and vfx.
    • 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 environments.
    • Passion for multiplayer (PvP and PvE) gameplay with the desire and motivation to take an idea from initial concept to launch.

About Us:
Headquartered in Boston, MA at Demiurge you will find a studio with an amazing, collaborative culture and a deep respect for art in all our games. With over 20 years of game development expertise and teams all over North America our commitment to balanced and sustainable development is well known in the game community. We also provide co-development services to larger, best-in-industry game companies. In this capacity, Demiurge has worked with some of the industry’s biggest hitters on exciting projects including Marvel Snap, 2XKO, Marvel Puzzle Quest, and Teamfight Tactics to name a few. This is an exciting time to join Demiurge as we are developing our own independent titles as well. With tons of challenges and opportunities ahead we are always looking for great talent! If you are looking for an exciting, creative, and collaborative studio come join us on Demiurge's next journey!

DEI Statement:
At Demiurge, we celebrate our differences and know that diverse perspectives empower us to build a stronger company and better games. We work hard to create an equitable, safe and accessible work environment where all Demiurgers are empowered to be themselves and do their best work regardless of race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or physical or mental ability. We thrive on self-reflection, healthy debate, and mindful listening. We respect each other's opinions and seek new ideas. We denounce hate, discrimination and racism in all forms.

What Demiurge Offers:
• Flexible work environment
• Generous PTO program including vacation days, sick days, and holidays. Earn-as-you-go plan that rolls over year to year, offering flexibility as well as the last week of December the studio closes to recharge
• 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!

As well as a State of the Art Boston Studio with in Office Perks:
• Free snacks and drinks!
• Demi-Lunch Tuesday - Lunch is on us!
• Game Night Food
• Ping Pong!
• Step Mania! Get your dance on!

Demiurge Studios is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, or Veteran status. Demiurge Studios also makes workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs.

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