TL;DR

Team Lead Game Designer: Leading a multidisciplinary design team to create compelling gameplay experiences focused on combat, enemies, and mission design for an unannounced IP. With an accent on design leadership, team mentoring, and aligning creative vision. Focus on managing fast-paced development, collaborating across disciplines, and driving innovative gameplay features.

Location: Montreal, Canada

Company

%hirify_global% is the largest Canadian gaming studio known for Dead by Daylight™, with over 1,300 employees worldwide and multiple global studios.

What you will do

Lead and inspire a team of 9 designers to deliver high-quality gameplay experiences focused on combat, enemies, and missions.
Collaborate with producers, design directors, and creative leads to align priorities and communicate key information.
Own the design vision from macro systems to micro mechanics with clear documentation.
Coach and mentor team members through feedback, performance reviews, and skill development.
Stay updated on industry trends and bring fresh ideas to gameplay and environments.
Create a positive team culture with strong communication and human-centered leadership.

Requirements

Location: Must be based in Montreal or able to work onsite
Minimum 4 years leadership experience in the gaming industry.
Proven experience delivering at least one online multiplayer game.
Strong team management and mentoring skills.
Deep understanding of video game industry trends and player expectations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.