Technical Game Designer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Technical Game Designer (Unreal Engine): Implementing gameplay components and mechanics for AAA projects with an accent on Blueprint scripting, system replication, and performance optimization. Focus on building functional prototypes, iterating on gameplay mechanics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver immersive player experiences.

Location: Must be based in Mexico

Salary: $30,000–$34,000 MXN (gross) per month

Company

A game development studio focused on creating high-quality experiences for the gaming industry.

What you will do

• Design and implement innovative gameplay components from start to finish.
• Utilize Unreal Blueprints for content execution, replication, and complex system logic.
• Collaborate with design leaders to refine and polish gameplay mechanics.
• Develop functional prototypes to test and validate design concepts.
• Act as a technical point of contact for complex content implementation involving artists and engineers.
• Test and validate work on target hardware to ensure performance and quality.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of professional game design experience.
• 1–2 years of experience with Unreal Engine 5.
• Proficiency in visual scripting, specifically UE Blueprints.
• Strong understanding of coding principles including data types, functions, and inheritance.
• English proficiency: B2 or higher required.
• Ability to work independently within a small team environment.

Nice to have

• Experience working on multiplayer games.
• Knowledge of Gameplay Ability System (GAS), Verse, or World Partition.
• Experience with C++ or C#.
• Portfolio showcasing shipped or production-quality levels.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on major AAA game titles.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Collaborative and casual work environment with a focus on work-life balance.