Onsite Mid-Level Technical Designer - Gameplay & Systems

Blind Squirrel Games; Colombia; On-site; COP 8,000,000 - 14,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Blind Squirrel Games is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Designer to join our Manizales studio for an upcoming project. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to translate design goals into functional gameplay and features.

You will prototype and implement gameplay mechanics, levels, UI/UX, and narrative elements, ensuring cohesive experiences. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in games, a strong portfolio, and scripting proficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the game industry or related area.
• Portfolio demonstrating exemplary design experience in interactive media.
• Familiarity with scripting and/or programming languages (C#, Python, Lua).

Responsibilities

• Participate in feature planning meetings and discussions
• Design, prototype, and implement various gameplay mechanics, levels, UI/UX elements, and narrative components
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including artists, engineers, and other designers, to create a cohesive and engaging player experience
• Iterate on design elements based on feedback from playtesting and other sources
• Balance gameplay elements to ensure a fun and fair player experience
• Deliver comprehensive design documentation (design specs, flowcharts, diagrams, storyboards) for each stage of the development process
• Communicate design ideas and rationale clearly to stakeholders
• Stay informed about industry trends and incorporate best practices into your work
• Other relevant duties and responsibilities assigned to help complete company or department objectives.

Skills

Game design

Scripting languages

Portfolio

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Blind Squirrel Games is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Designer to join our Manizales studio for an upcoming project. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to translate design goals into functional gameplay and features.

You will prototype and implement gameplay mechanics, levels, UI/UX, and narrative elements, ensuring cohesive experiences. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in games, a strong portfolio, and scripting proficiency.