The Senior Systems Designer will develop and implement game systems, mentor junior designers, and ensure effective communication and documentation for system designs.
Company Description
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Job DescriptionCD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Systems Designer to join our studio in Boston to work on Project Orion, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. You will contribute to creating worlds through design and its translation into systems enhancing the game’s experience. If you would describe yourself as clever, collaborative, and passionate about role-playing games, then this position is for you!
Daily Responsibilities:
- You will work in close cooperation with our Design Director, Systems Design Lead and other teams to deliver consistent, engaging and player friendly systems into our game.
- Create, develop, implement and manage game systems such as progression, crafting, crowd and population systems and more.
- Ensure that systems designs are clearly communicated to everyone involved in their implementation through documentation, meetings and relationships.
- Mentor and guide junior systems designers.
- Act as a subject matter expert, sharing knowledge with the rest of the teams and improving the process of systems design.
- 5+ years’ experience in game systems design with at least one shipped AAA title.
- Proven success in creating compelling and innovative systems in a role-playing game.
- Proficiency in clear communicating of complex concepts, including experience in creating detailed project documentation.
- Passion for game systems design and the ability to effectively share knowledge with other team members.
- Proficiency in Unreal Engine, with experience in implementing and iterating game systems.
- Very strong problem-solving abilities and openness for changes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design ideas and concepts clearly.
- Passion for role-playing games and a deep understanding of player expectations in the genre.
This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.
Health & Well-being
- Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
- Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
- No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
- 401K with employer matching.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement.
Perks & Professional Growth
- Flexible working hours.
- Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
- Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
- A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
Life in the Office
- Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
- Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
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Top Skills
Unreal Engine
CD PROJEKT RED Waltham, Massachusetts, USA Office
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02452
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