Senior Designer

11 hours, 52 minutes ago
Contract
Senior
Design and User Experience
Internet Software & Services

Description

  • Own core gameplay systems and features from concept through implementation.
  • Prototype, tune, balance, and iterate directly in Unreal Engine.
  • Use playtesting, feedback, and observation to refine features throughout development.
  • Identify design problems, prioritize fixes, and make thoughtful iteration decisions.
  • Collaborate closely with Design, Art, Engineering, and Production on cross-disciplinary implementation.
  • Create clear design documentation, prototypes, and implementation notes.
  • Communicate design intent, findings, and rationale clearly across the team.
  • Surface issues early and work collaboratively to solve them.
  • Focus design work on high-value features that improve player experience and progression.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Senior Designer or equivalent on shipped games, ideally in the simulation genre.
  • Strong experience owning gameplay systems, mechanics, progression, or feature sets from concept through implementation in Unreal Engine.
  • Comfortable working hands-on in-engine with a practical understanding of rapid prototyping, tuning, and iteration.
  • Strong grasp of systemic design, player motivation, balance, and long-term engagement.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills across design, art, engineering, and production.
  • Pragmatic approach focused on moving the game forward and improving the player experience.
  • Experience using playtesting, feedback, and data to refine features and outcomes.
  • Passion for simulation games and for turning strong design into player delight.
  • This is a 12-month contract, remote-working position open to candidates within the UK and Europe.

Benefits

  • A 2-week company summer break.
  • A 2-week winter break.
  • Normal holiday allowance in addition to the seasonal company breaks.

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