Senior Technical Designer

3 Months ago • All levels

About the job

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Senior Technical Designer needed for AAA game studio. Must have experience in scripting, game design principles, game engines & design tools, and strong communication skills.

Description

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work along side the future greats of the gaming industry.

We are currently in search of a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Designer to join our team. As a Senior Technical Designer, you will bridge the gap between game design and programming, leveraging your technical knowledge to bring engaging and innovative gameplay experiences to life.

Key Duties Include

Collaborate with the design team to design and implement gameplay systems and mechanics
Use scripting and programming to create and maintain game mechanics and systems
Develop and maintain design tools and pipelines to improve efficiency and workflow for the design team
Balance and adjust gameplay elements to create a compelling and enjoyable experience for players
Collaborate with artists, programmers, and other team members to integrate and iterate on gameplay features
Document and communicate design ideas and principles to the development team

Requirements

Several years of experience as a Technical Designer in the gaming industry
Strong proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as C# or Python
Expertise in game design principles and mechanics
Experience with game engines and design tools, such as Unreal Engine or Unity
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Passion for games and a deep understanding of player engagement

Benefits

25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday.
Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year.
Bonus Scheme.
Private Pension Scheme.
Private Healthcare.

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About The Company

Lighthouse Games

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Lighthouse is a game development company, and our ambition is to create a studio that embodies what it means to be at the bleeding edge of video game development – a studio that enables developers to create the best work of their career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative.

We are a home for ambitious developers who value collaboration and possess a determination to deliver quality. We want talent to flourish in our state-of-the-art studio and welcome experienced developers with a passion for mentoring. Our studio is a great environment for new talent to grow and develop their careers because they will be part of an outstanding studio with a long, bright future, where they can learn from the best.

As a growing AAA development studio, we are actively searching for talent and by joining Lighthouse you will work with some of the leading lights in AAA game development, who will support you in creating the best work of your career in an environment which fosters openness and respect.