Senior Game Designer — Fortnite Island & Tooling Lead

Epic Games; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 139,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Game Designer to create and oversee the development of engaging island experiences. This role demands strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and requires expertise in game design. Candidates must have over 5 years of experience in the industry and a passion for online gaming, coupled with exceptional communication skills to ensure project success. Competitive salary and great benefits are offered.

Benefits

100% medical benefits coverage

Retirement savings plan

Mental well-being program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience shipping multiple titles as a Game Designer.
• Passion for designing online games across various genres.
• Exceptional communication skills for cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of new islands and experiences.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to drive project vision.
• Attend playtests and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Game design experience

Communication skills

Understanding of player motivations

Problem-solving skills

Technical prototyping ability

Engagement with popular culture

Education

5+ years of experience as a Game Designer

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

A leading gaming company in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Game Designer to create and oversee the development of engaging island experiences. This role demands strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and requires expertise in game design. Candidates must have over 5 years of experience in the industry and a passion for online gaming, coupled with exceptional communication skills to ensure project success. Competitive salary and great benefits are offered.