Senior Level Designer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior Level Designer (Unreal Engine): Building and implementing gameplay-driven level content for a new AAA project with an accent on quest scripting, encounter setup, and complex gameplay logic. Focus on collaborating with narrative and engineering teams to design reactive, systemic level experiences that support player progression and choice.

Location: Must be based out of Austin, TX

Salary: $108,200 – $162,300

Company

A leading game development organization creating world-class entertainment through iconic titles like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, committed to fostering a culture of creativity and support.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and iterate on gameplay-driven levels including quests, encounters, and scripted events.
• Maintain complex quest logic, triggers, and gameplay states that respond to player actions.
• Collaborate with narrative designers to integrate branching story variables and dialogue outcomes into gameplay.
• Utilize Unreal Engine to author level scripts, data variables, and overall gameplay flow.
• Partner with engineering and tech design to refine tools, pipelines, and development workflows.
• Conduct frequent playtests to debug logic and enhance the overall player experience.

Requirements

• Must be located in or willing to work from Austin, TX
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Level Designer on shipped titles.
• Hands-on experience implementing quests, objectives, and scripted events in Unreal Engine.
• Proficiency in integrating narrative content and branching logic into gameplay systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on debugging gameplay state and progression.
• Clear communication skills with the ability to document complex gameplay intent.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Generous 401(k) matching program.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Exclusive product discounts and employee giving programs.