Technical Game Designer I
Job Summary
Job Description
Pipeworks Studios seeks a Technical Game Designer I to contribute to an exciting Unreal-based AAA project. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining technical systems and tools supporting gameplay; creating detailed design documentation; collaborating with engineers and other staff; and communicating with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong collaboration skills, Unreal 5 experience (strong Blueprint skills), FPS/3rd person action experience, and proficiency in scripting/programming. This role involves actively participating in project contributions, managing tasks independently, and refining gameplay mechanics.
Must have:
- Strong collaboration skills
- Unreal 5 experience (Blueprint skills)
- FPS/3rd person action experience
- Technical skills (scripting/programming)
- Jira/Confluence familiarity
- Effective communication (written/verbal)
- Problem-solving skills
- Teamwork/leadership
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to changing priorities
Perks:
- Flexible work environment (remote, in-office, hybrid)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401k with employer match
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 20 Paid Company Holidays
- Relocation assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Club Discounts
- Sports Team Sponsorship
- Annual Company Events
- Project Wrap Parties
7 skills required
Job Details
Technical Game Designer I
Department: Design
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Eugene, OR
Compensation: $65,000 - $78,000 / year
Description
Join Pipeworks Studios and make your mark on the gaming industry as a Technical Game Designer. Refine gameplay mechanics via playbooks to propagate throughout an exciting Unreal-based AAA project.
Based in the vibrant tech hub of Eugene, Oregon, with the flexibility of full remote work, this role is your chance to take UI from concept to implementation for a global audience. Immerse yourself in a role that blends game experience with creative problem-solving, all while enjoying competitive benefits and being part of a dynamic, innovation-driven community.
The ideal candidate for the Technical Game Designer I is an experienced professional with a design and/or engineering background focused on gameplay development. The Technical Game Designer I contributes to the project offering consultation/review as a direct contributor. This includes collaborating with stakeholders and clients across disciplines and projects.
The ideal candidate for the Technical Game Designer I is an experienced professional with a design and/or engineering background focused on gameplay development. The Technical Game Designer I contributes to the project offering consultation/review as a direct contributor. This includes collaborating with stakeholders and clients across disciplines and projects.
Day To Day
Responsibilities
- Actively participate as a project contributor, collaboratively creating, communicating, and managing tasks independently
- Design, implement, and maintain technical systems and tools to support game design
- Provide detailed and iterative design documentation to support the development lifecycle
- Collaborate with engineers and other technical staff to ensure the successful implementation of game mechanics and features
- Communicate with external stakeholders, including clients, per project requirements
- Occasional travel, per project requirements
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Must Haves
- Strong collaboration skills
- Experience with designing complex systems and/or tools
- Unreal 5 experience with strong blueprint skills
- FPS and/or 3rd person action experience
- Strong technical skills, including proficiency in scripting and programming languages
- 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
- Be flexible to changing priorities
- Able to work well and collaborate with remote teams
- Experience working as a level designer or with level designers
Education & Experience Required
- 3+ years relevant work experience in Game Design or Engineering
- 1-2+ professional titles shipped as a game designer or engineer
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 below.
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 below.
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