Senior Gameplay Systems Designer

Sony Playstation; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,100 - 181,400; Full time

Job summary

Sony Playstation is seeking a Technical Designer with 5+ years of industry experience in Santa Monica, California. This hybrid role involves prototyping gameplay scenarios and effective communication with various departments to produce required assets and code support.

The ideal candidate must possess significant programming skills, a deep understanding of narrative principles, and expertise in 3D math. Skill in C++, C#, or Lua and experience in developing third-person action games are a plus. Salary range is $145,100 — $181,400 USD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in Technical Design for games.
• 2+ shipped games.
• Ability to identify and improve tools and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Prototyping, implementing, and owning gameplay and narrative.
• Communicating with animation, programming, and art departments.
• Fostering team cohesion and advising design leadership.

Skills

Technical Design for games

Programming skills

Narrative principles understanding

3D math expertise

C++, C#, Lua proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Self-starter

Education

Computer Science undergraduate degree

Job description

Sony Playstation is seeking a Technical Designer with 5+ years of industry experience in Santa Monica, California. This hybrid role involves prototyping gameplay scenarios and effective communication with various departments to produce required assets and code support.

The ideal candidate must possess significant programming skills, a deep understanding of narrative principles, and expertise in 3D math. Skill in C++, C#, or Lua and experience in developing third-person action games are a plus. Salary range is $145,100 — $181,400 USD.