Gameplay Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Gameplay Designer (Gamedev): Prototyping and implementing gameplay scenarios, narrative sequences, and enemy behaviors using in-house tools with an accent on combat mechanics and interactive systems. Focus on collaborating across departments to iterate rapidly and polish features to a high-quality production standard.

Location: Must be authorized to work in the United States. This is a hybrid / onsite position.

Salary: $37 – $50 per hour.

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, home to the PlayStation brand and renowned studios like Naughty Dog.

What you will do

• Prototype, implement, and own gameplay scenarios, narrative sequences, and interactive objects.
• Collaborate with the Design team to conceptualize, tune, and balance gameplay mechanics.
• Communicate with animation, programming, and art departments to produce required assets and code support.
• Iterate rapidly on combat encounters, player mechanics, and enemy behaviors.
• Ensure all work meets the high quality standards of the studio.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Significant programming ability (Computer Science degree preferred).
• Experience with C++, C#, Lua, or other scripting languages.
• Strong knowledge of 3D math.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to take design direction and iterate on creative solutions.

Nice to have

• Experience developing third-person action games.
• Experience with 3D level editors.
• Understanding of narrative principles and conveying emotion through gameplay.
• Experience with behavior trees, melee, combat systems, and character animation.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligible for benefit offerings including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunity to work on critically acclaimed, high-profile titles.
• Collaborative environment with top creative and technical minds in the industry.
• Commitment to innovation and diverse cultural perspectives.

Hiring process

• Candidates should expect to be given a technical interview.
• Background checks are conducted at the offer stage for all new employees.