Technical Game Designer

4 weeks ago


Stockholm, Sweden Skillsearch Limited Full time

Do you have technical design experience, and are you seeking a new job in Stockholm? Skillsearch is helping a gaming studio find a full-time Technical Game Designer, and the role comes with an attractive salary and benefits package.

As a Technical Games Designer responsible for weapons, you will be responsible for defining an integral component of the gameplay experience with weapons, camera, mechanics, and rhythm of the combat. You will also use metrics, player feedback, and a multitude of diverse analytics to improve and refine the design.

In your first few weeks in this Technical Designer role, you can expect to:

  • Design, develop, balance and oversee the weapons in the player's arsenal 
  • Drive core systems such as camera, control and character 
  • Work closely with animators, gameplay programmers, and other teams to prototype and implement features 
  • Own designs through a full development cycle from concept to release. 

To apply for this weapons role, you will need experience as a Technical Designer on 1+ title(s), preferably on a first-person shooter. You will also require the following:

  • Experience with visual scripting (i.e., Blueprints, Node Graphs, etc.) 
  • A passion for, and a deep understanding of, first person combat mechanics 
  • Experience developing downloadable content for a live AAA game 
  • Experience working with hands-on prototypes, documentation and brainstorming. 

In return for your dedication, collaboration and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary and benefits package, joining a welcoming and inclusive culture.

To apply for this full-time Technical Game Designer job in Stockholm, please contact Andy from Skillsearch at ad@skillsearch.com today. Please refer any friends or colleagues for this role or direct them to our Careers page on our website.

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