Game Designer | Concepteur de jeux
Hardsuit Labs, Seattle, WA, United States
About Hardsuit Labs
Founded in 2015 by industry veterans Andy Kipling and Russell Nelson, we are a Seattle‑based game developer and co‑dev studio that was recently acquired by Keywords Studios in 2023. We build games primarily using Unreal Engine and work across a variety of genres, from support work and work‑for‑hire to original development. We maintain long‑standing relationships with some of the largest gaming companies and are a certified developer across all major platforms.
What You'll Do
Collaborate with internal and external teams and disciplines to achieve end‑user experience goals.
Conceptualize, document, and ideate levels, spaces, missions, and gameplay experiences.
Work with a variety of technologies, systems, and platforms.
Grey‑box, pace, layout beats, script, encounter, and gameplay implementation.
Test, debug, and optimize level performance, streaming, and efficiency.
Tell environmental stories, build world tone, setting, and art props.
Manage and maintain work and documentation.
Actively contribute to pipeline improvements and team growth.
Serve as a knowledge source and mentor to others.
Requirements
4+ years of experience in professional production environments in game design, level design, and mission design.
Collaborator who can work across internal and external teams as a team player.
Pro‑active problem solver who sees problems through to resolution.
Excellent active communication skills and follow‑through.
Experience conceptualizing, developing, and shipping levels and missions from end to end.
Strong sense of 3D game space, pacing, flow, immersion, player motivation, and aesthetics.
Comfortable with technical concepts, logic, and flow.
Strong understanding of Unreal Engine and its development environment.
Nice to Have
Experience with a range of game engines and tool sets.
Experience in other development roles—production, engineering, art, QA.
Experience in developing networked games and cooperative experiences.
Capable with Maya, 3ds Max, or equivalent 3D software.
Console development experience.
Salary Range
$70,000 to $100,000 CAD
Primary Working Language
English
Benefits
Group insurance: dental and health care benefits.
Group RRSP + employer matching contribution.
Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Hardsuit Labs is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, genetic information, political views, or any other legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered in accordance with applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email HR@Hardsuitlabs.com.
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Founded in 2015 by industry veterans Andy Kipling and Russell Nelson, we are a Seattle‑based game developer and co‑dev studio that was recently acquired by Keywords Studios in 2023. We build games primarily using Unreal Engine and work across a variety of genres, from support work and work‑for‑hire to original development. We maintain long‑standing relationships with some of the largest gaming companies and are a certified developer across all major platforms.
What You'll Do
Collaborate with internal and external teams and disciplines to achieve end‑user experience goals.
Conceptualize, document, and ideate levels, spaces, missions, and gameplay experiences.
Work with a variety of technologies, systems, and platforms.
Grey‑box, pace, layout beats, script, encounter, and gameplay implementation.
Test, debug, and optimize level performance, streaming, and efficiency.
Tell environmental stories, build world tone, setting, and art props.
Manage and maintain work and documentation.
Actively contribute to pipeline improvements and team growth.
Serve as a knowledge source and mentor to others.
Requirements
4+ years of experience in professional production environments in game design, level design, and mission design.
Collaborator who can work across internal and external teams as a team player.
Pro‑active problem solver who sees problems through to resolution.
Excellent active communication skills and follow‑through.
Experience conceptualizing, developing, and shipping levels and missions from end to end.
Strong sense of 3D game space, pacing, flow, immersion, player motivation, and aesthetics.
Comfortable with technical concepts, logic, and flow.
Strong understanding of Unreal Engine and its development environment.
Nice to Have
Experience with a range of game engines and tool sets.
Experience in other development roles—production, engineering, art, QA.
Experience in developing networked games and cooperative experiences.
Capable with Maya, 3ds Max, or equivalent 3D software.
Console development experience.
Salary Range
$70,000 to $100,000 CAD
Primary Working Language
English
Benefits
Group insurance: dental and health care benefits.
Group RRSP + employer matching contribution.
Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Hardsuit Labs is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, genetic information, political views, or any other legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered in accordance with applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email HR@Hardsuitlabs.com.
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