Level Designer (Unreal Engine 5)

TL;DR

Level Designer (Unreal Engine 5): Designing and iterating on open-world locations and points of interest for a AAA action-adventure title with an accent on exploration, traversal, and environmental storytelling. Focus on building playable spaces in UE5, implementing encounter logic via Blueprints, and collaborating within a co-development framework.

Location: Must be based in the US (Remote, Hybrid, or Onsite in Eugene, OR)

Salary: $70,000 - $92,000 / year

Company

A game development studio specializing in high-profile co-development for top-tier publishers like Microsoft, Sony, and Electronic Arts.

What you will do

• Design, block out, and iterate on open-world locations and points of interest using Unreal Engine 5.
• Create engaging gameplay spaces that support exploration, puzzles, pacing, and environmental storytelling.
• Implement objectives, triggers, and encounter logic using Blueprints and project-specific tools.
• Configure and tune enemies, NPCs, and environmental elements to achieve intended player behaviors.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, art, and QA teams to resolve dependencies and refine design intent.
• Participate in playtests and design reviews to identify and fix flow or player experience issues.

Requirements

• Professional experience designing and implementing gameplay spaces in Unreal Engine 5 or a similar modern engine.
• Proficiency with Blueprint or other visual scripting tools for prototyping and implementation.
• Deep understanding of level design fundamentals, including spatial composition, sightlines, and player guidance.
• Experience creating encounters and puzzles within authored or open-world spaces.
• Familiarity with Perforce, Jira, and Confluence.
• US-based residency is required to access provided benefits (401K, US health insurance).

Nice to have

• Experience developing systemic, exploration-driven gameplay for open-world action-adventure titles.
• Experience working in a AAA full or co-development environment.
• Professional contribution to at least one or two shipped AA/AAA projects.
• A portfolio demonstrating level layouts, blockouts, or shipped work.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement options: fully remote, hybrid, or onsite.
• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 401K plan with employer matching and employer-paid life insurance.
• Generous paid time off and 18-20 paid company holidays.
• Relocation assistance and paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program and fitness club discounts.

Hiring process

• Initial application and review.
• Phone screen.
• Technical and team interviews.