Senior Systems Designer

5 Days ago • 5 Years + • Systems Design

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED seeks a Senior Systems Designer to contribute to Cyberpunk 2 in their Boston office. Responsibilities involve collaborating with the Design Director and other teams to create engaging game systems (progression, crafting, crowd systems, etc.), ensuring clear communication through documentation and meetings, mentoring junior designers, and acting as a subject matter expert. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in game systems design with at least one shipped AAA title, proven success creating compelling RPG systems, strong communication skills, Unreal Engine proficiency, and a passion for RPGs.
Must have:
  • 5+ years game systems design experience (AAA title)
  • Proven success creating compelling RPG systems
  • Proficient in Unreal Engine and system implementation
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Deep understanding of player expectations in RPGs
Perks:
  • Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and mental healthcare
  • Paid leave (20 days initially, 26 after 2 years)
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Training opportunities
  • Company merch
  • Dog-friendly office

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a visionary and skilled Senior Systems Designer to join our growing team in North America to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. You will contribute to creating worlds through design and its translation into systems enhancing the game’s experience. If you would describe yourself as clever, collaborative, and passionate about role-playing games, then this position is for you! 

Daily Responsibilities: 

  • You will work in close cooperation with our Design Director, Systems Design Lead and other teams to deliver consistent, engaging and player friendly systems into our game.
  • Create, develop, implement and manage game systems such as progression, crafting, crowd and population systems and more.  
  • Ensure that systems designs are clearly communicated to everyone involved in their implementation through documentation, meetings and relationships.
  • Mentor and guide junior systems designers.
  • Act as a subject matter expert, sharing knowledge with the rest of the teams and improving the process of systems design.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • 5+ years’ experience in game systems design with at least one shipped AAA title.
  • Proven success in creating compelling and innovative systems in a role-playing game.
  • Proficiency in clear communicating of complex concepts, including experience in creating detailed project documentation.
  • Passion for game systems design and the ability to effectively share knowledge with other team members. 
  • Proficiency in Unreal Engine, with experience in implementing and iterating game systems.
  • Very strong problem-solving abilities and openness for changes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design ideas and concepts clearly.
  • Passion for role-playing games and a deep understanding of player expectations in the genre.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity. 

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
     

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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