Freelance Senior Technical Designer, 5 Month Contract Immediate Start -ES UK

Electric Square Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company is seeking a Senior Technical Designer for a 5-month freelance contract. The role involves collaborating with design and engineering teams to enhance game systems and requires expertise in UE5 and C++. Join a diverse team dedicated to creating world-class gaming experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a technical designer with at least one released project.
• Expert knowledge of the Gameplay Ability System.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to architect new features.
• Perform rapid prototyping to validate game ideas.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Debugging

Blueprinting

Game Concept Articulation

Tools

C++

UE5

Job description

Freelance Senior Technical Designer, 5 Month Contract Immediate Start - ES UK

At Electric Square, we understand that the worlds we build are pivotal to the success of our games and the enjoyment of our players. Our diverse portfolio includes titles like 'Diablo 4', 'Lords of the Fallen', 'Assassin's Creed Nexus', and other AAA console games, with more exciting projects on the horizon.

Collaborating with four innovative studios, our team of 350 talented individuals, along with our studio dogs, is dedicated to creating world-class projects. We foster a unique studio culture that empowers and inspires our teams, motivating everyone to bring their best ideas to life.

We offer an award-winning working environment. At Electric Square, we celebrate diversity, support inclusion, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, products, and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Electric Square is seeking an accomplished, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Senior Technical Designer to join our Brighton-based team working on an exciting, critically acclaimed franchise. The role requires you to be located within European time zones.

Role Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with design and engineering teams to architect new features, ensuring requirements are met
• Understand, expand, or create new game systems as needed
• Perform rapid prototyping to validate game ideas

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of professional experience with at least one released project as a technical designer working with UE5
• Expert knowledge of the Gameplay Ability System
• Proficiency in creating and modifying GAS attribute sets in C++
• Experience extending class functionality with C++ to enhance the Gameplay Ability System
• Advanced blueprinting skills, including supporting networking and optimization
• Ability to create tools for designers using blueprinting
• Strong debugging skills and ability to provide technical feedback and set standards
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to less technical team members

Skills:

• Ability to articulate game concepts and analyze mechanics
• Capable of interpreting feedback and planning improvements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective time management, planning, and prioritization skills
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and pride in delivering quality work

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