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Senior Technical Designer
12 months ago
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Research, design, implement and maintain game content and systems through visual scripting tools.
- Quickly iterate in-engine to support rapid prototyping.
- Document workflows and create tools for designers to utilize.
- Share and provide feedback on designs and documentation for your systems.
- Analyze, test and deconstruct your own and others' work to provide support in creating a quality game.
- Understand requirements from stakeholders and pitch ideas for solutions.
- Provide estimates and risk assessments to the team for upcoming work.
- Work collaboratively with the development team, and liaise with multiple departments and partnered studios.
- Support members of the design team with your technical perspective.
Qualifications
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Minimum 4 years experience in tech design or similar role.
- Professional experience in visual scripting in engines such as Unreal, Unity or equivalent.
- Programming or scripting skills in an object-oriented language and/or additional languages.
- Strong communication skills, aligning on player value, feasibility, & technical execution with key stakeholders.
- A great design sense, with strong communication skills, critical thinking and an affinity for game design.
- Ability to convey ideas across disciplines and understand their technical constraints.
- A prototyping and iterative approach, being able to take existing systems and elements and quickly repurpose them in a new context.
- Be the bridge in providing maximum flexibility for content creators and reducing dependency on engineering.
- A team player with a willingness to share feedback and help members of the team grow themselves.
- An autonomous and self-driven mindset.
- A passion for playing and creating video games, with a knowledge base of games you have enjoyed.
Additional Information
WHAT YOU'LL GET
- Flexible work arrangements
- Choice of paid parking or public transport expenses
- Paid parental leave
- Quarterly Rostered Days Off (in addition to Annual Leave)
- Paid time off to volunteer
Ubisoft is committed to enriching player’s lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore and discover new possibilities.
Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas are given a chance to shine, and everyone is eager to share knowledge.
Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that's why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.
At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences. Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability status.
Take entertainment to the next level. Join us and create the unknown.
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes submitted by staffing or placement agencies or recruiters
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Ubisoft is composed of over 20,000 talented people located in 55+ development studios and offices across the globe. With more than 80% of our teams dedicated to creation, Ubisoft is the biggest in-house creative force in the industry.
Ubisoft’s worldwide network of video game development studios and business offices work hand-in-hand each day to deliver rich and innovative gaming experiences that reflect the creativity and diversity of their teams. This cross-studio collaboration model means every team member has the opportunity to participate in challenging projects based on iconic brands including Assassin's Creed®, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege®, Tom Clancy's The Division®, For Honor®, Rabbids®, Rayman®, Watch Dogs®, Far Cry®, The Crew®, Just Dance® and more. Ubisoft is a global leader in the video games and entertainment software industry.
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