Level Designer II
Job Summary
Job Description
Pipeworks Studios seeks a Level Designer II to contribute to a solo, first-person, stealth, action-adventure title built in UE5. Responsibilities include collaborating on level design from initial blocking to final polish, working with engineers to implement game mechanics, and mentoring junior designers. The ideal candidate possesses extensive Unreal Engine level design experience (particularly in FPS/3rd-person action games), strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record in AAA or AA title development. The role requires experience managing complex projects, using source control, and working within collaborative environments (Jira, Confluence). The position offers flexible work arrangements (remote or in-office) and a competitive benefits package.
Must have:
- Extensive Unreal Engine level design experience
- FPS/3rd person action game experience
- Strong leadership & collaboration skills
- Experience managing complex projects
- AAA/AA title experience (5+ years)
Good to have:
- Shipped games on multiple platforms
- Unreal Engine 5 experience
Perks:
- Flexible work environment
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401k with employer match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Relocation assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
6 skills required
Job Details
Level Designer II (Remote or In-Office)
Department: Design
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Eugene, OR
Compensation: $87,000 - $104,000 / year
Description
Join Pipeworks Studios as a Level Designer II for an exciting UE5-based AAA project. You will be integral to blocking out and refining key level content for a solo, first-person, stealth, action-adventure title.
The ideal Level Game Designer II is a deeply experienced industry professional that has contributed to shipped AAA or AA titles and may function as a direct contributor and/or lead on a project. This role includes mentoring junior designers, working independently, and collaborating with stakeholders and clients across disciplines with a focus on in-engine world and level design and implementation within the Unreal 5 engine.
The ideal Level Game Designer II is a deeply experienced industry professional that has contributed to shipped AAA or AA titles and may function as a direct contributor and/or lead on a project. This role includes mentoring junior designers, working independently, and collaborating with stakeholders and clients across disciplines with a focus on in-engine world and level design and implementation within the Unreal 5 engine.
Based in the vibrant tech hub of Eugene, Oregon, with the flexibility of full remote work, this role is your chance to set the stage for a world-wide audience to experience the thrills and chills you devise in collaboration with world-class developers. Immerse yourself in a role that blends deep game experience with creative problem-solving, all while enjoying competitive benefits and being part of a dynamic, innovation-driven community.
Day To Day
Responsibilities
- Act as a high-level contributor to collaboratively create, communicate, and manage tasks for yourself and the project team
- Drive collaborative level design in UE5 to completion
- Potentially contribute to level design at all stages (gym, white box, playable, final)
- Collaborate with engineers and other staff to ensure the successful implementation of game mechanics and features within levels
- Communicate with external stakeholders, including clients, per project requirements
- Help identify ways to grow the creativity and efficiency of the design team
- Occasional travel, per project requirements
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Must Haves
- Extensive and demonstrable Unreal level design experience
- FPS and/or 3rd person action experience
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in managing complicated projects
- Current/up-to-date experience with source control solutions
- Familiarity w/ Jira, Confluence, or equivalent task tracking and collaborative environments
- Communicate effectively with all levels of staff, both written and verbal
- Show exceptional deductive reasoning skills
- Work with and lead teams, including taking direction and inspiring others
- Assist in solving problems in resourceful ways
- Organize and communicate complex systems and data with an attention to detail
- Work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Assist in solving problems in resourceful ways
- Organize and communicate complex systems and data with an attention to detail
- Work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Be flexible to changing priorities
- Ability to lead teams and 3rd parties remotely
Nice-To-Have Skills
- FPS and/or 3rd person action experience
- Shipped games on multiple platforms
Education & Experience Required
- 5+ years relevant work experience in Game Design
- 1-2+ AAA or AA commercial titles shipped as lead or key contributor
- Unreal 5 Experience
What We Can Offer You
A Flexible Working Environment
Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid.
Benefits
Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401K with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 20 Paid Company Holidays
- Relocation
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Club Discounts
- Sports Team Sponsorship
- Annual Company Events
- Project Wrap Parties
A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization.
By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone!
Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications above.
Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization.
By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone!
Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications above.
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