Head of Level Design (Remote) - Build Immersive Worlds

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Performance bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Level Designer for a prestigious studio. This fully remote role lets you guide a talented team of designers from your home office, shaping immersive environments that support core gameplay and narrative progression.

You will lead design vision, oversee all levels, and collaborate with directors and tech teams to ensure high-quality, engaging experiences. A strong portfolio and leadership track are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Architecture, Fine Arts, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 8+ years of experience in level design for video games.
• 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience shipping multiple titles, ideally in a lead capacity.
• Proficiency with Unreal Engine or Unity and level editing tools.
• Strong understanding of spatial design, architecture, player psychology, and pacing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management.
• Portfolio showcasing exceptional level design and leadership is mandatory.
• Ability to work remotely and drive projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of level designers.
• Define and champion the level design vision and best practices for the project.
• Oversee the creation of all game levels, ensuring high quality, playability, and performance.
• Collaborate with game directors, art directors, and technical teams for cohesive experiences.
• Design and prototype compelling level layouts with optimal pacing and engagement.
• Implement and refine levels using industry-standard engines and tools.
• Conduct regular reviews of level designs, providing constructive feedback.
• Ensure levels support narrative, gameplay mechanics, and progression.
• Manage level design schedules and resource allocation in a remote environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Unreal Engine

Unity

3D modeling

Concept art tools

Feedback & mentoring

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Game Design/Architecture/Fine Arts or related field

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Level editing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Level Designer for a prestigious studio. This fully remote role lets you guide a talented team of designers from your home office, shaping immersive environments that support core gameplay and narrative progression.

You will lead design vision, oversee all levels, and collaborate with directors and tech teams to ensure high-quality, engaging experiences. A strong portfolio and leadership track are essential.