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Sr. Level Designer

California, United States (Hybrid)

Sr. Level Designer

2 Hours ago • 5 Years + • Level Design • $95,000 PA - $115,000 PA

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unity

level-design

notion

unreal

godot

innovation

environment-design

concept-art

lighting-shading

composition

interactive-media

environmental-design

cross-functional

Job Description

Blind Squirrel Games seeks a Senior Level Designer to create and implement game assets related to level design. Responsibilities include collaborating cross-departmentally, owning level creation from concept to final set dressing, standardizing design fundamentals, gathering and incorporating feedback, and participating in cross-functional discussions. The ideal candidate is self-driven, skilled in systems and encounter design, and comfortable mentoring junior designers. This hybrid role requires three days a week onsite in Irvine, CA.

Must have:

5+ years game industry experience
Excellent design portfolio
Strong communication skills
Level creation (concept to final)
Collaboration & feedback integration
Mentoring junior designers

Good to have:

Unreal Engine scripting
Encounter design
Open-world POI design
AAA game shipping experience

Description

Senior Level Designer Irvine, CA

Description

Blind Squirrel Games (BSG) is a proud, independent studio that joins forces with developers and publishers seeking an innovative partner in creating quality games. At BSG, people are our purpose, so we prioritize an inquisitive, proactive, and collaborative work environment for all our squirrels. We currently have studio locations in Irvine, California; Austin, Texas; and Auckland, New Zealand.

Skills and experience are highly valued at BSG, but we recognize that talent is a product of hard-work, resilience, and a growth-mindset. We champion individuals who have demonstrated they have the grit necessary to overcome challenges and subscribe to the notion that inclusion breeds synergy and innovation. To us, diversity isn't a metric—it's a must!

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Irvine, CA, with an onsite requirement of three days per week.

Salary: The salary range being considered for this role is $95,000 - $115,000 USD. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.

Role and Responsibilities

Blind Squirrel Games is looking for a Senior Level Designer.  The Senior Level Designer will be responsible for creating and implementing a suite of different game assets as it relates to level design.

The ideal candidate for this role is a self-driven, talented individual who is comfortable with systems and encounter design but has a knack for designing stimulating and immersive levels. They aren’t afraid to step in to help other designers craft the best possible experience for the player.

Responsibilities

Collaborate cross-departmentally to ensure environments remain consistent with theme and concept art

Own the creation of levels from concept to block-out through final set dressing

Standardize, document and advocate for high-quality design fundamentals, continuously improving the workflow process as it relates to the games we creat

Gather critiques and playtest feedback and translate it into iterative improvements.

Participate in and contribute to cross-functional discussions related to the development and implementation of tools and required game systems adjustments as they relate to level design

Assist in mentoring junior members of the design team regarding best level design practices

Assist in scoping work for milestone delivers on time.

Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned to help complete company or department objectives

Qualifications and Education Requirements

5+ years of experience in the game industry or related area

A portfolio demonstrating exemplary design experience working in interactive media

Excellent writing and communication skills

Preferred Skills

Familiarity performing scripting and encounter design configuration tasks within Unreal or other game engines

Strong sense of level design, scale, pacing, and gameplay flow

Excellent composition skills

Deep understanding of environmental design and its functions within a game

Strong understanding of lighting, mood, and color

Ability to establish cross-departmental relationships and work collaboratively

Familiarity with contemporary engines (Unreal, Unity, Godot, Source, etc.)

Familiarity with contemporary platforms (Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, Steam Deck, etc.)

Pluses

Shipped a triple AAA Game

First- and third-person shooter experience

Open world POI design

Blind Squirrel Entertainment, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Eligibility to participate in benefits and perks may vary depending on position term and location.

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$95.0K - $115.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$105.0K/yr avg.

California, United States

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About The Company

Blind Squirrel Games

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Blind Squirrel Games is an independent video game studio located in Orange Country, CA; Austin, TX; & Auckland, NZ.

We are a team of passionate and talented game developers dedicated to creating AAA gaming experiences across all platforms. Our high-quality HD remasters have reshaped and reimagined some of the most storied titles in the industry. We build original creations that will become memorable titles for the future.