NetEase Games is one of the largest game developers worldwide by size and revenue. Over the years, NetEase Games has been focusing on developing high quality content and providing the best experience for gamers all around the world. So far, the company has more than 100 games in operation. Its recent games include Naraka: Bladepoint, Knives Out, Onmyoji, Identity V, Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, etc. Along with its many creative partnerships, NetEase is expanding its portfolio of studios, including Bad Brain Game Studios, Jackalyptic Games, Jar of Sparks, and Quantic Dream.
The Job
Mid to Senior Level Technical Game Designer working in Unreal Engine 5.x on a co-op FPS game. You will:
- Design and implement core game mechanics, systems, and game loops from top to bottom
- Primarily using Unreal Blueprint Visual Script, but also other scripting languages:
- Create and refine gameplay prototype (player abilities, weapon special attacks, etc)
- Craft enemy/monster AI behaviors
- Design engaging player puzzles
- Align and collaborate with all other disciplines to champion sustainable, scalable, performant solutions to problems
Qualifications:
- 4+ years as a hands-on scripter and/or coder implementing gameplay features
- Significant experience with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5
- Deep understanding of scripting systems like Blueprint and LUA
- Working knowledge of C++
- Experience shipping at least 1 AAA first-person shooter. Solid portfolio of work - mandatory.
- Computer Science bachelor’s degree is a strong bonus but not a requirement
Please come work with us if any of this sounds exciting to you:
- You like being on the ground floor of something new; feel excited about contributing to company culture
- Love learning new tools and technology, and don’t mind helping teach others
- Good with wearing a few hats and getting your hands dirty
- Want to work from (almost) any where in the world - including your own home
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, so even if you think you are under-qualified, let us decide by showing us your portfolio.
US Salary Range: $86,000 - $163,000 USD
Canadian Salary Range: $79,000 - 132,000 CAD
The expected annual base pay ranges reflected in this job description are applicable to individuals residing in or working within a designated location. Any final compensation offer will depend on various factors. As part of an overall package, NetEase employees can take advantage of NetEase's comprehensive benefits and discretionary incentive plans, provided that they comply with the policies and guidelines governing those programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other protected status as required as by law.
