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Lead Level Designer

We are CCP London, and we’re committed to building a world-class studio with people who bring passion, fresh ideas and jaw-dropping creativity. Job descriptions tell a small part of our story, but sometimes this is where it starts so here’s a snapshot of what you can expect if you join our studio as our next Lead Level Designer.

Who are We?

CCP Games’ London studio has a truly unique offering when it comes to culture and vibe. Perhaps originating from, and it’s often been referred to as, the Icelandic effect. It’s impossible to ignore.

We’re efficient, lean, and our approach and vibe is more akin to an innovative start-up. Health and well-being are weekly topics among the HR Team team and there’s never a time when new ideas or solutions to positively impacting our people’s daily lives aren’t considered. But what’s the point in having a care connection with our people if our benefits don’t hit the mark? Well, we make sure they do. Travel and gym grants, free breakfasts and lunches, quarterly and annual bonuses along with a mature attitude towards working hours are just a few of the ways we like to clear the pathway so you can focus on doing what you love – your craft.

Excellence – Courage – Unity – Honesty.

These are our core values and we are always on the lookout for signals when we’re interviewing. We are an open book. Authenticity and a candid approach to meetings and interviews really helps pave the way to not just managing expectations, but also smart and efficient decision making.

What we’re looking for.

More about You! We’ll hope you’re excited to l ead and mentor your team members whilst being intrinsically involved with the design, implementation, tuning, and maintenance of all level designs and missions for our multiplayer shooter. In addition:

• Ability to work in a procedural generated environment, teaching level design and topology rules and logic
• Clearly communicate with other teams including production, engineering, art, animation, as well as other designers in order to ensure a consistent gameplay experience
• Embracing the Creative Vision, champion it, and iterate and deliver a full experience that gels all the other disciplines (combat, progression, Narrative etc.)
• Validation of all level design and environment art scoping estimates
• Participate and drive conversation with technology in building procedural systems
• Assist with the scripting of gameplay entities and events
• Guiding the team in crafting unique spaces where gameplay flow and visual composition form memorable experiences. Your profile:
• Knowledge and experience in applying theorical techniques such as “Rational Level Design”
• Ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to resolve complex issues
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment
• Demonstrable Lead experience
• Multiplayer shooter level design experience
• Experienced with Procedural system or at least strong passion for atomic design thinking
• Understanding and experience in balancing level design details with core combat using testing methodologies both within and outside of the game
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Visual scripting experience (i.e. blueprints, kismet, etc.)
• Experience with scripting tools or languages
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4 (UE4) Blueprints
• Experience with game editors and/or 3D packages

Benefits Package:

• An opportunity to learn and grow within an international company
• A studio that’s committed to building a multicultural work environment that encourages growth, creativity and innovation
• Free lunches, breakfasts, drinks and snacks
• Quarterly and annual bonuses
• Annual Travel and Sports grant
• A family-friendly work environment with flexible work hours
• Employer contributory pension plan
• Life Insurance
• Private medical and dental