Senior AI Designer

Workplays; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

Dental insurance

MultiSport card

Language courses

Job summary

People Can Fly in Warsaw is seeking aSenior Gameplay Designer to lead combat systems for AAA titles. You will own end-to-end design from concept through prototyping, scripting, tuning, and delivery, collaborating with designers, artists, and programmers across a global team.

The role requires 6+ years in game production, deep Unreal Engine 5 expertise, and strong English communication. You will mentor peers and may assist HR in recruitment, located in a modern office in Poland.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in the production of games for consoles and PC.
• 4+ years shipping AAA TPP / shooters titles in design roles.
• 1 shipped title in a senior role with successful features.
• Excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine 5.
• Proficient with Unreal Engine Editor.
• Ability to communicate and align design vision with partners and audience.
• Conceptualize, pitch, and implement game systems and features.
• Understanding of creative and game development processes.
• Extensive experience with online action games.
• Strong verbal and written English communication.
• Open-minded team player attitude.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation.
• Passionate about playing and making video games.

Responsibilities

• Create, pitch, and prototype gameplay ideas for core combat and systems.
• Implement combatant character with animations and behavior using state machines and behavior trees.
• Create design documents, content briefs, and system outlines for teams.
• Own produced function from concept to delivery, including debugging and optimization.
• Conduct playtest sessions with designers, artists, and programmers.
• Collaborate across disciplines and inform partners throughout the process.
• Stay current on industry trends and emerging techniques.
• Mentor less experienced peers and share knowledge.
• Support Lead in recruitment projects with HR collaboration.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Mentorship

Education

Experience-based senior role

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Unreal Engine Editor

Unity

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Company Description:

The role is open to candidates only from the game industry who are based in Europe.

People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA game development studios. Our international team consists of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices in Poland, the UK, Ireland, the US, and Canada, as well as remotely across the globe.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. As one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry, we continue to expand on our expertise and push the boundaries of what's possible in game development.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gears of War: E-Day developed in collaboration with Microsoft; Project Echo for KRAFTON; and Lost Rift, an original IP we are developing in-house under our self-publishing model. We are also exploring new platforms and experiences with VR and other unannounced projects.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF continues to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with the creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talent in the industry, building the next generation of action games for players worldwide.

If you join us on this journey, you'll have the chance to perfect your craft, expand your knowledge, and work alongside industry leaders to create unique, unforgettable experiences for gamers everywhere.

Job Description:

• Creating, pitching, and prototyping gameplay ideas for core combat and moment-to-moment mechanics and systems, combat characters, their feel, behavior, abilities, and encounters in various settings
• Implementing combatant character with animations and behavior using state machines, behavior trees, visual effects, sound effects & combat encounters with arena layouts and pacing using provided level design tools and various other scripting systems
• Creating designs documents, content briefs, system outlines, and other means of sharing all the necessary information with involved teams
• Full ownership of the produced function - from conceptual and paper design, through the prototyping phase, scripting, iteration, debugging, optimization - until delivery of the game
• Conducting playtest sessions for involved developers (level designers, artists, animators, and programmers) to discuss and improve implemented prototypes
• Collaborating with multiple disciplines, ensuring the correct partners are involved and informed throughout the development process
• Remaining current on industry trends, including new game genres, new game design methods and techniques, and trending audio-visual excellence
• Sharing knowledge and mentor less experienced peers
• Occasionally supporting Lead in recruitment projects with HR collaboration

Qualifications:

• At least 6+ years of experience in the production of games for consoles and PC
• 4+ years of experience shipping AAA TPP / shooters /cover shooters titles in combat or systems design roles
• At least 1 shipped title in a senior role, with a history of successful features
• Excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine 5
• Working proficiency with Unreal Engine Editor
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and align design vision with internal partners and the target audience
• Exceptional ability to conceptualize, pitch, and implement game systems and features using various tools, technology, and visual language
• Solid understanding of creative and game development processes
• Extensive experience with online action games
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Open-minded team player attitude
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated
• Passionate about playing and making video games

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with scripting languages and a strong foundation in math
• Deep understanding of systems design, player psychology, and emerging industry trends
• Experience with versatile game development tools such as Unity and Unreal.
• Experience with Atlassian software (JIRA, Confluence)

Additional Information:

UK:

• Private medical healthcare (Vitality) and BUPA dental insurance for PCF's employees and their families.
• Gympass for employees and family members.
• Online Polish and English language classes.
• Access to the pension scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.

Poland:

• Private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna).
• MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends.
• Free library with a wide range of games and books you have unlimited access to.
• In-company Polish and English language classes.
• Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages for everyone in the office.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.

Job Location:

Al. Solidarności 171, 00-877 Warszawa