Lead Combat Designer: Shape Core Combat & Gameplay

Epic Games; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 152,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a Lead Combat Designer to oversee combat system development in collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams. This role involves designing and implementing core combat systems while leading a small team and ensuring cohesive gameplay. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in game design, a focus on combat mechanics, and proficiency with Unreal Engine. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits in the vibrant setting of Vancouver.

Benefits

100% health benefits for employees and dependents

Robust mental well-being program

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional game design experience focused on combat systems.
• 3+ years in a lead design role with team leadership experience.
• Experience shipping a game where combat design was a core gameplay pillar.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of core combat systems, including player abilities and combat pacing.
• Manage and mentor a team of combat designers.
• Collaborate with programming, art, animation, and other teams.

Skills

Combat design fundamentals

Collaboration and communication

Gameplay mechanics

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

A leading gaming company is seeking a Lead Combat Designer to oversee combat system development in collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams. This role involves designing and implementing core combat systems while leading a small team and ensuring cohesive gameplay. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in game design, a focus on combat mechanics, and proficiency with Unreal Engine. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits in the vibrant setting of Vancouver.