Senior Gameplay Designer (combat Specialist)

Tencent/Lightspeed Studios

Los Angeles, California, US
Base: $105,300.00 to $198,000.00 py; bonus/equity:...
7+ years combat design experience
Hands-on unreal editor and blueprint scripting
Tuning gunplay and melee mechanics
The role involves designing and tuning core combat systems including gunplay, melee, and player controls with a focus on responsiveness

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing and tuning core combat systems including gunplay, melee, and player controls with a focus on responsiveness.
  • Candidates must have hands-on experience implementing features using Unreal Engine and Blueprint scripting.
  • The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $105,300 to $198,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits including stock units and vacation time.

Matching Summary

The role involves designing and tuning core combat systems including gunplay, melee, and player controls with a focus on responsiveness.

Salary

Base: $105,300.00 to $198,000.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Sign-on payment and restricted stock units eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), up to 25 days vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years combat design experience
  • Hands-on Unreal Editor and Blueprint scripting
  • Tuning gunplay and melee mechanics
  • Player 3C and traversal implementation
  • Enemy AI behavior design

Nice-to-have

  • Text-based scripting proficiency
  • Directing motion capture performances
  • Knowledge of competing open world products
  • Experience with globally distributed teams
  • Shipped AAA title from inception to finish

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years of combat design experience on shipped titles
  • Fluency with Unreal Editor and Blueprint scripting
  • Proven track record in balancing gunplay or melee mechanics

Work Rights

Not specified

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