Technical Designer

2 days, 10 hours ago
Full-time
Senior
Software Development
Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive (BBI) is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2010 by industry veterans, BBI is known for creating immersive strategy and adventure games like Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak and Hardspace: Sh...

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2010

Description

  • Prototype, implement, and iterate on gameplay content including game flow, interactable objects, player abilities, event hooks, scripted sequences, tutorial systems, and bug fixes.
  • Collaborate with artists and designers to improve gameplay content implementation and achieve the best possible end result.
  • Work with engineers to improve design workflows and translate gameplay intentions within performance and technical constraints.
  • Partner with producers and team leadership to assess requirements, provide effort estimates, and share progress updates.
  • Support the development and execution of gameplay for the new project.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in game development, including 2+ years in Technical Design.
  • Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine 5.
  • Experience with Blueprint scripting, gameplay implementation, debugging, and complex gameplay systems.
  • Confidence and familiarity with modern text-based scripting languages.
  • Experience shipping at least one product, ideally an exploration and/or horror game.
  • Self-directed and able to thrive in a highly dynamic, technical environment.
  • Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills, including verbal and written communication.
  • Experience developing or playing games with a cooperative gameplay focus (preferred).
  • Passion for creating high-quality gameplay experiences and new ideas (preferred).
  • Interest in modern horror exploration games and entertainment media such as comics, movies, or novels (preferred).
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside in Canada.

Benefits

  • Remote-first workplace.
  • Flexible work arrangements.

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