Technical Designer

Keywords Studios Plc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Keywords Studios Asia is seeking an experienced Technical Designer for a six‑month, on‑site contract at our Singapore studio. You will design and implement complex gameplay systems, write scripts, and create technical design documentation for an exciting AAA project.

Ideal candidates have published AAA titles, proficiency in C#, Lua, or visual scripting, and strong programming fundamentals. Collaboration with engineering, art, and other teams is essential to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience with Unreal, Unity, or proprietary engines.
• 1+ published AAA titles in a technical design capacity.
• Proficient in gameplay and mission scripting tools and languages (e.g. C#, Lua, visual scripting).
• Effective aptitude in basic programming principles.
• Confident in implementing low-fidelity prototypes to prove ideas.
• Strong ability to communicate technically in written and verbal forms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and iterate on complex gameplay systems and content.
• Write gameplay scripts to implement game content and prototype designs.
• Write and maintain technical design documentation for gameplay systems and content.
• Communicate with engineering, art, and other disciplines to produce implementation plans.
• Deconstruct broad specifications into actionable tasks for designers, engineers, TDs, and artists.
• Drive and follow‑up on production of features to meet deadlines.
• Conduct regular playtesting sessions to gather feedback and inform iterations.
• Polish the gameplay experience for quality and accessibility.

Skills

Unreal Engine

Unity

C#

Lua

Visual scripting

Technical design

Job description

Keywords Studios Asia is currently looking to expand its team. We’re currently looking for AAA, experienced Technical Designers with prior AAA game development experience. This opportunity will be based fully on-site at our Singapore Studio. This is a six month contract with possible extension.

Keywords Studios is a global leader providing art services to AAA Publishers. Our work can be seen across many of the top selling titles on console and PC. We’ve secured several exciting AAA IP projects and anticipating further project announcements in 2026. You’ll get to work alongside seasoned developers bringing expertise from world class AAA studios.

At Keywords Studios we are looking for an accomplished, enthusiastic and self‑motivated professionals to join our team working on an exciting, new and unannounced project.

We are looking for an accomplished, enthusiastic, and self‑motivated Technical Designer to join our Singapore based team working on an exciting, new, and unannounced AAA project.

As a Technical Designer, you’ll create and implement complex, technical, and systemic design elements in a game.

What you will do:

• Design, implement, and iterate on complex and technically challenging gameplay systems and content.
• Write gameplay scripts to implement game content and prototype designs.
• Write and maintain technical design documentation for gameplay systems and content.
• Communicate with engineering, art, and other disciplines to produce implementation plans according to design specifications.
• Deconstruct broad specifications into actionable tasks for designers, engineers, technical artists, and artists.
• Drive and follow‑up on the production of features, ensuring communication and collaboration across disciplines to meet deadlines.
• Conduct regular playtesting sessions to gather user feedback and inform subsequent design iterations and refinements.
• Polish the gameplay experience for quality and accessibility to ship amazing products.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of design principles and trends in the industry.
• Learn from and share knowledge with peers on a regular basis.

Our preferred candidate profile must have:

• Experience with Unreal, Unity, or Proprietary engines.
• 1 or more published AAA titles in a proven technical design capacity.
• Proficient in gameplay and mission scripting tools and languages. (e.g. C#, Lua, visual scripting)
• Effective aptitude in basic programming principles.
• Confident in their technical ability to implement low‑fidelity prototypes to prove out ideas.
• Effective, technical communicators in both written and verbal mediums.

We are hiring across mid and senior levels, and responsibilities will be calibrated based on experience.

Our recruitment process will require you to complete an online programming assessment and a technical interview with our Technical Director.

Candidates must be based in Singapore. We are not offering sponsorship or relocation due to the being contract. Unfortunately remote will not be considered due to client requirements.

Only those with relevant working rights for Singapore will be considered. Sponsorship and relocation is not being offered as part of this package.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment: Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

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Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: APAC, Singapore

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Remote