Expert Sound Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Expert Sound Designer (Gamedev): Creating and implementing compelling sound FX and mixing audio assets for The Witcher 4, shaping the atmosphere of the game with an accent on delivering a rich and engaging audio experience. Focus on collaborating across disciplines to deliver meaningful and accessible audio experiences.

Location: In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. For selected candidates, remote work from within Europe may be considered.

Salary: 29 600 – 40 755 PLN gross monthly

Company

hirify.global is seeking an Expert Sound Designer to join our studio in Warsaw to help develop The Witcher 4.

What you will do

• Bring together all elements of Sound Design, Music, and VO as the creative owner of the game’s mix so that audio as a whole fulfils the vision for the game.
• Develop mix systems, and lead the mixing and mastering of the game.
• Record, edit, design, mix, and optimize sound effects.
• Implement audio content into the game using Unreal Engine, Wwise, and in-house tools.
• Mentor Sound Designers to support their growth and effectiveness.
• Collaborate across disciplines (Composers, Audio Programmers, VO Designers, Sound Designers, and Development teams) to deliver meaningful and accessible audio experiences.

Requirements

• Around 7 years of professional experience in game audio, ideally with senior-level or leadership contributions.
• Deep understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of audio mixing in games.
• Strong, demonstrable sound design and mixing skills shown through a portfolio, demo reel, or game credits.
• Expert proficiency in Wwise middleware.
• Proficiency in DAWs, ideally Reaper.
• Familiarity with 3D audio and spatial audio formats.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Unreal 5 and its current audio capabilities and limitations.
• Experience coaching or leading Sound Designers.

Culture & Benefits

• Relocation package includes flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet and family, shipping your belongings.
• Relocation assistance with processing your legalization operations and tax settlements.
• Private medical healthcare with a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation, accessible for your partner and relatives.
• Sports card to access a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
• Dog-friendly office.