Level Designer

1 Month ago • 2-3 Years • Level Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Unknown Worlds is seeking a talented Level Designer to contribute to their next game in the Subnautica universe. This remote position requires collaboration with design and art teams to create immersive environments and compelling gameplay. Responsibilities include building environments in Unreal Engine, collaborating on content creation, identifying needed assets, regularly sharing progress, iterating on feedback, and providing feedback to other team members. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in level design, proficiency in Unreal Engine (landscape creation, prop placement, foliage painting), a strong understanding of level design principles, excellent aesthetic composition skills, and strong communication skills. Experience with open-world environments, UE5, Blueprint, and basic 3D asset creation is preferred.
Must have:
  • 2-3 years level design experience
  • Unreal Engine proficiency
  • Strong level design principles understanding
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Immersive environment creation
  • Collaboration with design & art teams
Good to have:
  • Open-world environment experience
  • UE5 & Blueprint knowledge
  • Basic 3D asset creation skills
Perks:
  • Annual professional development
  • Home office stipend
  • Paid time off for volunteer work

Job Details

THE OPPORTUNITY

Unknown Worlds is seeking a talented level designer to work on our next game in the Subnautica Universe. Our ideal candidate will be skilled at level creation in Unreal Engine and have a passion for storytelling through world building. This is a remote position on a globally distributed team. Candidates must be willing to work US East Coast or European hours.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the design and art team to imagine and build immersive environments
  • Collaborate with the design team to create compelling gameplay content
  • Collaborate with the art team to identify needed assets for world-building
  • Share progress regularly.  Iterate and incorporate feedback on an ongoing basis
  • Provide feedback to other level design team members and the world team as a whole

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of level design experience in the games industry
  • Proficiency in creating environments in Unreal, including landscape creation, prop placement and foliage painting
  • Deep understanding of level design principles and best practices
  • Aesthetic composition skills capable of creating evocative environments
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Self-motivated, highly organized and self managing individuals comfortable working in a remote environment

Preferences

  • Experience creating Open World environments
  • Knowledge of UE5 & Blueprint creation
  • Basic 3D asset creation knowledge

Don’t meet every single requirement? 

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply at jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  At Unknown Worlds we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Reasonable Accommodation

KRAFTON Americas is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position, perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR Talent team at KRAFTON Americas, to begin the interactive process.

EEOC statement

KRAFTON Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Due to recent scams, our recruiters will only reach out to you via @sds.com, @krafton.com, @unknownworlds.com or @pubg.com. If you received an email and are unsure you can always email recruiting_ka@krafton.com. 


We make games that are accessible and engaging for players all over the world.  We believe in hiring and supporting the most talented and creative people of diverse backgrounds.  That support includes annual professional development and home office stipends, as well as paid time off for volunteer/non-profit work.  Join us and be a part of our growing and innovative studio. 

Unknown Worlds Entertainment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

 

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