Senior Combat Designer

Cold Iron; Canada; Remote; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A gaming development firm is looking for a Senior Combat Designer to create impactful combat encounters for a new sci-fi action game. This role requires extensive knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 and combat experience. The position is fully remote, allows for collaboration across teams, and offers competitive benefits including unlimited PTO and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Robust medical, dental, vision insurance

Company matched 401k

Qualifications

• At least one shipped title as a Sr. Designer in a combat-related role.
• Experience scripting combat gameplay and interactive sequences in action-adventure games and/or shooters.
• In-depth knowledge of Unreal Engine 4, especially its Blueprint scripting system.

Responsibilities

• Implement combat encounters and scripted events using Unreal Blueprint scripting.
• Support encounter play-testing sessions and adjust based on feedback.
• Collaborate with teams to refine combat encounters.
• Adhere to scripting guidelines and define combat content pipelines.

Skills

Combat gameplay scripting

Unreal Engine 4 Blueprint scripting

Team collaboration

Creative feedback

Job description

Overview

Cold Iron Studios is in search of a Senior Combat Designer to bolster our team in the development of a new sci-fi third-person action game! This position is fully remote and open to applicants in the US and Canada.

The Senior Combat Designer will be integral in helping design and implement all aspects of combat encounters, from enemy composition, combat setups and even helping define the spaces in which combat occurs. You will be helping support our combat design team and be responsible for ensuring combat encounters reach our gameplay targets.

In addition, as a member of our esteemed team, your expertise will serve as a guiding force, illuminating the path for your fellow teammates. Your role will extend beyond technical mastery, as you inspire and mentor teammates, fostering a culture of continuous growth to create a culture of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Implement combat encounters and scripted events using Unreal Blueprint scripting, ensuring they properly contribute to the intended player experience.
• Support encounter play-testing sessions, reviews, and iteration, adjusting the encounter’s design and scripting based on gameplay feedback.
• Collaborate with the other contributing teams to create and refine our combat encounters.
• Adhere to and enforce strict scripting guidelines within the project's structure & help define or refine combat content pipelines.
• Coordinate with all departments, including outsourcing, audio, VFX, to ensure that every scripted moment and encounter is fully realized and enhances the level's overall impact.
• Provide creative feedback in accordance to design direction and the product goals.

Requirements

• At least one shipped title as a Sr. Designer in a combat related role.
• Experience scripting combat gameplay and interactive sequences in action-adventure games and/or shooters.
• In-depth knowledge of Unreal Engine 4, especially its Blueprint scripting system.
• An aptitude for designing and implementing compelling combat experiences with unique setups.
• Proficient in communicating complex ideas simply and effectively as well as working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Education

No requirement.

Salary Range

$110,000-$130,000

Location

This position is fully remote and open to applicants in the US and Canada.

Please Note

At Cold Iron Studios, we recognize that diversity brings richness to our work, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the visual identity of our games and make a substantial contribution to our studio's success.

We invite you to apply and take part in crafting unforgettable gaming experiences.

Exceptional employee benefits, remote work; unlimited PTO in addition to 11 observed holidays plus company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day; robust medical, dental, vision insurance coverage for entire family; company matched 401k vested immediately; flex spending accounts, annual stipend to help cover work from home expenses, ultra-creative environment.