3D Level Designer (Project Based)

1 Week ago • 3 Years + • Level Design

Job Summary

Job Description

As a 3D Game Level Designer, you'll design and develop 3D game levels from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with the creative vision and gameplay mechanics. Collaborate with artists and team members to integrate assets. Implement and adjust gameplay elements (interactive objects, puzzles, enemy encounters) to enhance player experience. Optimize levels for performance and balance, considering platform requirements. Mentor junior designers. Experience with Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar software is required. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
Must have:
  • 3+ years game development experience (Level Design focus)
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling & level design software (Unreal, Unity)
  • Excellent communication & collaboration skills
  • Creative problem-solving and interactive storytelling
  • Knowledge of level design concepts across various game genres
Good to have:
  • Experience with scripting/programming (C#, C++, Python)
  • Mentoring experience
Perks:
  • Competitive project-based compensation
  • Opportunity to work on diverse projects
  • Clear communication & support
  • Flexibility in project timelines
  • Potential for long-term collaboration
  • Transparent work evaluation

Job Details

About us:
At Amber, we're always on the hunt for the most talented individuals in the industry to join our team. We're dedicated to delivering top-notch service to our customers and know that our employees are key to making that happen. We offer attractive compensation packages and plenty of chances to grow with us, and we're always on the lookout for ways to do things better. Our team works together towards common goals and we value each member's contributions to our mission of continuous improvement and innovation. 
 
About the role:
Hello talented professionals! We're currently looking to expand our pool of talent and invite skilled individuals to join us by applying to this job posting. While specific positions may not be available immediately, we're proactively building a network of qualified candidates for future paid partnerships.
If you're passionate about game development, eager to showcase and improve your skills on major titles, and if you are open to potential partnerships down the line, we encourage you to apply and become part of our expert talent community. We look forward to connecting with you!
As a 3D Game Level Designer, you will play a key role in developing the interactive settings that the players will explore and engage with. You'll have the chance to use your creative and innovative vision to work with others in a team-oriented environment to develop engaging game levels. You will create and design game levels that offer captivating gameplay as well as stunning visuals. You will be involved in every phase of the level design process, from the first concept sketches to the last implementation.
 
Here's what you can expect:
Profile Preselection: Our Talent Acquisition team will review your profile to ensure it aligns with our requirements and values
Talent Acquisition Interview: Selected candidates will undergo an initial interview to discuss about their experience, skills, and fit for the role.
Online Test: Qualified candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment to demonstrate their abilities.
Technical Interview: Finalists will participate in a technical interview to assess their proficiency and compatibility with our team when a project staffing plan is made.
We're committed to finding the best talent to join our growing team, and we look forward to connecting with you throughout this exciting process.
 
The Quest: 
  • Design and develop 3D game levels from conception to completion, ensuring they align with the creative vision and gameplay mechanics.
  • Work together with artists and other members of the team to smoothly incorporate assets into the gaming environment.
  • To improve player experience, implement and adjust gameplay elements such as interactive objects, puzzles, and enemy encounters. Adjust level designs in response to playtesting and team assessments.
  • Consider platform requirements and technical limitations when optimizing levels for gameplay balance and performance.
  • Help junior designers grow within the team by mentoring and supporting them and providing advice on design principles, best practices, and technical skill development.
The Skills: 
  • 3+ years of experience in game development, with a focus on level design.
  • Proficiency with 3D modeling and level design programs that are industry standard, such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or others.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • A creative approach to problem-solving and a drive to push interactive storytelling to its limits.
  • Knowledge of level design concepts for a variety of game genres, such as puzzle, adventure, and action games.
  • Proficient English with outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaborative spirit and love of teamwork
  • Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., C#, C++, Python) for gameplay implementation is a plus.
The Reward: 
  • Competitive project-based compensation
  • Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse projects
  • Clear communication and support throughout the project duration.
  • Flexibility in project timelines and deadlines.
  • Potential for long-term collaboration on future projects.
  • Transparent and fair evaluation of your work.

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Amber is a full-service game development and creative services agency, with offices in Bucharest, Botosani, Craiova, Kyiv, Warsaw, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Guadalajara and Montreal. We're structured as a network of studios with different skills and specializations, delivering top quality services in full game production, co-development, engineering, design, live ops, quality assurance and more.

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