Quest Designer - Runescape: Dragonwilds

Jagex Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company is seeking an experienced Quest Designer for their new game, RuneScape: Dragonwilds. The role entails designing and implementing quests while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in MMO or action titles, proficiency in Unreal Engine 5, and strong narrative skills. This position offers a remote working option within the UK and numerous perks such as private healthcare and flexible hours.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Minimum 6% Pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Insurance

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Flexible working hours

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quest Designer or similar content design role.
• Strong understanding of narrative structure and player motivation.
• Hands-on proficiency with Unreal Engine 5.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement quests and world events from concept to completion.
• Script quest flows and gameplay logic using Blueprints in Unreal Engine 5.
• Document design requirements and tooling needs.

Skills

Quest design

Narrative structure

Collaborative workflows

Communication skills

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

Location: Cambridge, UK – (Remote available within the UK with team onsite days in the Cambridge office approx. 4 times per year)

Are you an experienced and creative Game Designer who thrives on bringing captivating stories and immersive experiences to life in multiplayer open worlds?

As a Quest Designer on RuneScape: Dragonwilds – our new open-world survival crafting game set in the RuneScape universe – you’ll take ownership of quests and world events from initial concept to final implementation. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to craft compelling content that fuses deep narrative with engaging gameplay systems.

This is an opportunity to shape the voice and storytelling experience of Ashenfall, blending RuneScape’s legacy of memorable quests with fresh, innovative design for a new generation of players in a different genre of game.

What you’ll be doing:

• Design and implement quests and world events from concept through to completion.
• Script quest flows, gameplay logic, and dialogue using proprietary tools and Blueprints in Unreal Engine 5.
• Block out layouts and place quest actors and gameplay objects across an open-world map.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, artists, and fellow designers to champion the quest vision and refine quest tools and tech.
• Partner with analytics, product, and user research to integrate player insights into quest iteration and balancing.
• Document design requirements, tooling needs, and content implementation for smooth collaboration and future scalability.
• Ensure quests are tightly aligned with overarching narrative and gameplay goals.
• Regularly iterate on pacing, challenge, flow, and rewards based on playtests and data.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Quest Designer or similar content design role on multiplayer, MMO, survival, or action titles.
• Strong understanding of narrative structure, pacing, and player motivation.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing quest or event content in multiplayer settings.
• Hands-on proficiency with Unreal Engine 5, including Blueprints and collaborative workflows.
• Demonstrable ability to block out and prototype quest layouts in open world spaces.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What we offer:

When you join Jagex you can look forward to a generous Perks & Benefits package including:

• Private Healthcare, including Dental Plan.
• Minimum 6% Pension contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme & onsite Counselling.
• Life Insurance.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.
• Enhanced family leave policies from day 1.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays & the option to buy/sell holidays + so much more!

About Jagex:

Jagex is a leader in developing and publishing deep, engaging online games that connect millions of players worldwide. Best known for the RuneScape franchise, which includes two of the world’s longest running and most successful MMORPGs, in Old School Runescape and Runescape, and the open-world survival crafting game, Runescape: Dragonwilds; we have proven success in delivering immersive Forever Games and fostering strong player communities.

We strive to foster an inclusive workplace built on trust, autonomy, and a shared passion for creating forever games.
Our values guide everything we do: We Embrace Fellowship by collaborating and sharing openly. We Hone our Craft by always learning and improving; we Honour our Vows by being honest and transparent; we are our Customers’ Heroes by striving to understand our team & player needs, and we Seize The Day by making the most of every opportunity.

With over two decades of experience, and over 400 people in our team, we continue to innovate in live game development, leveraging data-driven insights, and a commitment to player-first game design. We have a diverse and talented team where creativity, collaboration, and community-driven game development drives everything we do.

As part of Jagex, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a globally successful franchise, contribute to exciting new projects, and be part of a company that hugely values both our employees and our players.