Technical Designer

Visa Hunt; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first workplace

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Blackbird Interactive is seeking a Technical Designer to help craft and prototype gameplay on a cooperative, horror-based exploration game. You will work with designers, artists, and programmers to deliver ambitious in-game content from concept through implementation.

We expect 5+ years in game development and strong Unreal Engine 5 expertise, including Blueprint scripting. The role suits a self-directed professional thriving in a remote-first studio environment with clear communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in game development with at least 2 years in Technical Design.
• Strong Unreal Engine 5 proficiency including Blueprint scripting and debugging.
• Experience with modern scripting languages and gameplay systems.
• Shipped at least one product, ideally in exploration or horror genres.
• Self-directed and capable in a dynamic, technical environment.
• Excellent verbal and written collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prototype, implement, and iterate gameplay content including flow, objects, and player abilities.
• Collaborate with artists and designers to optimize content using existing tech.
• Work with engineers to improve workflows while respecting performance constraints.
• Assist producers to estimate requirements and track progress toward goals.

Skills

Unreal Engine 5

Blueprint scripting

Gameplay implementation

Debugging

Scripting languages

Shipped product

Exploration game

Horror game

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.

Our studio operates as a remote-first workplace, offering flexible work arrangements.

PLEASE NOTE: At this time, we are only able to hire candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.

Blackbird Interactive is looking for a Technical Designer to join our growing studio. We have an exciting new project, and are looking for a key hire to lend a hand in the development and execution of the gameplay on a co-operative, horror based exploration game.

Do you want to build compelling game experiences having designed, prototyped and delivered high profile gameplay systems, features or tools? Do you love working with a team of talented designers, artists and programmers to create ambitious in-game content? If so, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities

• Prototype, implement, and iterate on gameplay content such as game flow, interactable objects and player abilities, event hooks for narrative and audio content, scripted sequences, tutorial/help systems, and bug fixing.

• Collaborate with both artists and designers on ways to improve the game content implementation to take advantage of existing technology and drive to the best end result possible.

• Collaborate with engineers to improve design workflows and bring gameplay intentions to life while respecting performance and technical constraints

• Work with producers and team leadership to assess requirements and provide effort estimates and updates to help ensure the team reaches its goals successfully

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years in game development, with at least 2 years of Technical Design experience

• Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine 5, including Blueprint scripting, gameplay implementation, debugging, and working within complex gameplay systems and technical frameworks

• Confidence and familiarity with modern text based scripting languages

• Shipped at least one product, ideally an exploration and/or horror game

• Self direction and a proven ability to thrive in a highly dynamic and technical environment

• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills, including verbal and written skills

Pluses

• Experience developing or playing games with a cooperative gameplay focus

• An innovator's heart, keen to create brand new things that haven't been done before

• A love of contributing to high quality, rich gameplay experiences

• Experience playing modern horror exploration games

• Demonstrated passion for entertainment products / media (i.e. comics, movies, novels, etc.)

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