Senior Game Designer

Job Description

Senior Game Designer (Multiplayer)

WB Games San Diego is creating the next generation of high quality, cross-platform games that bring iconic and beloved characters to life. Join our growing team of talented game makers and be a foundational part of a dynamic new studio as we strive to make an impact on the future of AAA free-to-play games.

The Position

WBG SD is looking for a Senior Game Designer to design and balance interactions between players in our new cross-platform AAA multiplayer game.
• Play a foundational role as part of our core design staff to help shape the game we're making
• Work closely with the rest of the design team and creative leaders to craft varied, unique, and balanced interactions in a multiplayer environment
• Find sweet spot between depth and approachability in game mechanics
• Prototype and implement new mechanics using UE4 Blueprints
• Work closely with VFX artists and gameplay programmers to develop and deliver against the product vision
• Help establish design pipelines and methodologies
• Actively share knowledge within area of expertise and influence other related disciplines
• Be the voice for multiplayer design in cross discipline conversations and planning
• Mentor and advise other designers in design processes and best practices
• Assess new market trends, features, technologies and emerging techniques to stay competitive
• Work closely with production to manage development schedules, bug tracking, studio initiatives, and overall team health and morale

Requirements
• Strong knowledge of multiplayer design principles, theories, and contemporary game trends
• Examples of balanced multiplayer games/modes that you have designed or helped guide
• Great writing, presenting, and team communication a must
• Well versed in all aspects of multiplayer game design including UX, balance, and implementation
• Bachelor's Degree in Game Design or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience
• Shipped at least 2 AAA products on console or PC
• Solid understanding of UE4 and Blueprint
• Effectively communicate combat design direction, requirements, and deliverables
• Art, programming, or audio skills a plus
• A deep love of video games

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy8e83-3-145-94-251-42 in your application.