Senior Systems Designer

Intrepid Studios is looking for a passionate and talented Senior Systems Designer to join our team and contribute to the development of groundbreaking social systems for Ashes of Creation, our upcoming MMORPG. As a Senior Systems Designer, you will own the design and implementation of social features that encourage player interaction, community building, and a vibrant social ecosystem within the world of Verra. You have extensive experience designing and implementing complex systems in online games, and you're passionate about creating engaging and immersive social experiences for players. You will be a key member of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team, working closely with designers, programmers, and artists. You will mentor and guide associate designers. A passion for MMORPGs is an absolute must!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and iteration of social systems that encourage meaningful player interactions and foster a thriving online community.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of social systems with other core gameplay mechanics.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis of player behavior and social trends in MMORPGs to inform design decisions.
• Proactively identify and address potential issues and imbalances within the social systems to ensure a positive player experience.
• Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation to guide development and facilitate communication across teams.
• Mentor and provide guidance to associate designers, fostering their growth and development in social systems design.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in social systems design within the MMORPG genre.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in game development with a focus on systems design, preferably in MMORPGs or similar online games with complex social structures.
• Deep understanding of social dynamics in online games and the ability to create systems that foster positive and engaging player interactions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Passion for MMORPGs and a strong understanding of the genre's social challenges and opportunities.

Desired Expertise:

• Experience designing and implementing guild systems, social hubs, and in-game events that foster community.
• Familiarity with emergent gameplay and its impact on social dynamics in online games.
• Experience with large-scale online game development and the challenges of managing social interactions in a massive player base.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • Share about the game you are currently playing and what you like about it

Interview Overview:

Below you'll find an outline of the interview plan for this role. Please note that while this is what we expect the process to look like; we may ask you for supplemental information or require an additional step before making a final decision.

• 30 min interview with a member of our Talent Team
• Systems Design Test
• 60 min interview with the Hiring Manager and Team
• Final interview with the executive team
• References calls & a background check

The Legal Bits:

We offer competitive pay based on market standards plus a significant annual bonus structure. The base salary for this role is between $85,000 - $136,000, depending on skills and experience. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall throughout the range based on these factors.

Job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, to apply for positions. We are an equal opportunity employer and we're committed to a fair and consistent interview process and employer experience.

About Us:

Founded in 2015, Intrepid Studios is the independent developer and publisher of the upcoming and Most Anticipated MMORPG, Ashes of Creation. Based in beautiful Southern California, Intrepid has assembled a veteran AAA team of tremendous talent and experience in the MMORPG industry. The gaming industry can be a turbulent storm of hiring cycles and layoffs. We’ve set out to do something different, to break this cycle and create an independent studio capable of withstanding the chaos of this industry. We’ve brought on-board a team of professionals that hold a diverse set of skills, and who all share a singular goal: making fun games. The studio is designed to be an open place for collaboration and communication, a place that is conducive to team building and success. Our goal is to build a family that will laugh together, play together, succeed together, and stay together.

All posted positions are full-time with generous medical benefit options covered 100% by employer for employees and dependents plus paid vacation & sick days, and 401k with matching. 

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Intrepid Studios will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Applicants of all ages, identities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Intrepid Studios will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law.

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