Technical Designer with game design experience and proficiency in game engines, visual scripting, and animation systems.

Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning game studio known for #TombRaider, #MarvelsAvengers, &amp; #LegacyOfKain!

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 <div class="content-intro">Crystal Dynamics is constantly seeking the best gaming talent worldwide to add to our 30-plus year legacy of game development creating new and iconic franchises. We are committed to making great games with great people and living the dream while doing it.
Benefits for our regular full-time positions include, but are not limited to, a competitive regional salary, 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options, professional development reimbursement, flexible hybrid on-site/off-site work opportunities, 12 company paid holidays, plus additional paid days in December when the studio is closed for holiday break, and the ability to accrue additional paid time-off.
Join us and shape the future of an amazing studio culture committed to creating award-winning franchises like Tomb Raider, the next Perfect Dark, and more!&nbsp;
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 At Crystal Dynamics, we believe in the transformative power of AAA game development. As a Technical Designer, you play a pivotal role in creating gameplay mechanics that will captivate our worldwide player base. Your efforts will sculpt and fine-tune dynamic interactions that uphold our vision and immerse gamers in experiences like no other.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As a Technical Designer, you will:&nbsp;
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="36" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Work in tandem with Engineers and Animators to ensure seamless integration of systems in-game.&nbsp;</li>
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To qualify for this role, we require:&nbsp;
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="36" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Advanced knowledge of game design principles.&nbsp;</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="36" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Proficiency in implementing designs within commercial or proprietary game engines.&nbsp;</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="36" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Expertise with visual scripting tools and editors.&nbsp;</li>
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Preference will be given to candidates who have:&nbsp;
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="36" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Extensive knowledge working in Unreal Engine, Blueprint, and Unreal GAS (Gameplay Ability System).&nbsp;</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="36" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience working on Action-Adventure games for PC/Console.&nbsp;</li>
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It's a plus if you also have:&nbsp;
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 <div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description">The pay range for this role includes the annual base salary, not including bonus and the generous benefits package that Crystal Dynamics provides all full-time employees. Individual compensation is determined by work location within our approved states or regions, as well as additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education.&nbsp; Your recruiter will be able to share more information about total compensation.
&nbsp;</div><div class="title">Pay Range (United States)</div><div class="pay-range">$85,000—$130,000 USD</div></div></div>

 <div class="content-conclusion">Not sure if you are qualified? We hope that you will still choose to apply so we may review your application!
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