Principal Systems Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Principal Systems Designer (Gamedev): Designing and iterating on systems across key game initiatives, focusing on player engagement and monetization. Focus on data-driven design, leveraging analytics and player feedback to optimize systems and enhance the overall player experience.

Company

Escape Velocity is a team of passionate, talented developers working at a studio that offers excellent benefits, on what they believe is a unique project with a committed publisher.

What you will do

• Design and iterate on systems across a broad range of key game initiatives, focused on fun and engaging ways for players to spend time and money.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop systems that create best-in-class, player-centric experiences.
• Proactively design and optimize systems that improve player experiences related to earning and purchasing content, with a focus on healthy long-term engagement and monetization.
• Champion data-driven design, leveraging analytics, player feedback, and market insights to iterate on systems and enhance the overall player experience.
• Advocate for the player at all times, putting the player experience first when considering and making all design decisions.

Requirements

• A can-do attitude that is player oriented.
• At least two shipped AAA games where you worked in a systems design capacity.
• Expert knowledge of off-the-shelf design tools, and expertise with Unreal Engine (UE5 preferred)
• Professional understanding of the many major metagame systems found in contemporary multiplayer titles.
• Mentorship skills that include truly caring about the career growth of those that work for you and around you.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Generous PTO allowance.
• Summer and Winter holidays studio closure.
• Private Medical & Dental Healthcare.
• Private Mental Health scheme.
• A generous annual Health & Wellbeing allowance.