Senior Systems Designer (RPG)

Location: Boston, MA, United States; in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

Salary: $101,000–$185,100 USD annually.

Company

CD PROJEKT RED creates story-driven role-playing games, including Cyberpunk 2.

What you will do

• Work with the Lead Systems Designer, Design Director, and other disciplines to deliver engaging game systems.
• Design, implement, and manage game and world systems including crowd, population management, economy, and items.
• Document designs, lead collaborative meetings, and communicate concepts effectively across the team.
• Act as a systems design subject matter expert and share knowledge with the team.
• Help grow and mentor less experienced members of the design team.
• Exchange feedback and ideas across multiple disciplines.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience contributing to a shipped game, ideally in a large-scale production.
• Proven success creating compelling, innovative game systems in role-playing games.
• Proficiency developing systemic game features that deliver value to the game and project.
• Passion for game systems design and sharing knowledge with team members.
• Adaptability and strong problem-solving abilities during rapid iteration.
• Ability to assess developer workflows and tools to improve implementation experience and efficiency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design ideas and concepts.
• Passion for video games and curiosity about evolving industry trends, including new genres, design approaches, and audio-visual techniques.

Nice to have

• Experience working in Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
• Familiarity with role-playing games and a deep understanding of player expectations in the genre.
• Additional experience designing and utilizing gameplay-related systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and mental healthcare, plus free mental health support.
• Paid leave including 26 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401(k) with employer matching and a $100-per-month Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Flexible working hours, internal training, workshops, lectures, courses, and e-learning.
• Support for working parents, including childcare benefits and family-friendly events.
• Dog-friendly office, casual dress code, and an international working environment.

Hiring process

• Selected candidates must complete a pre-employment background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.