7h ago
Principal Combat Designer
Ireland
โจ $120k-$160k / yearest.
full-timelead Remotegaming
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll define and refine the core combat experience for a high-quality online multiplayer game, collaborating with directors and cross-disciplinary leads. Your work will directly shape player engagement and moment-to-moment gameplay. This role offers a fully remote setup with a strong focus on work-life balance and creative autonomy.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Define and execute combat system vision with design directors
- Design and implement advanced player combat mechanics and abilities
- Prototype, iterate, and refine combat systems for polish and balance
- Collaborate with art, engineering, and other discipline leads
๐ Requirements
- 3+ years as senior or principal designer on shipped AAA titles
- Deep expertise in combat design and mechanics in AAA games
- Advanced proficiency with Unreal Engine (UE5 preferred)
- Strong understanding of gameplay systems like combat loops and balance
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience with competitive online multiplayer games
- Familiarity with modern industry trends in combat systems
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ Fully remote work model
- ๐๏ธ Generous PTO including summer and winter closures
- ๐ฅ Private medical and dental coverage
- ๐ง Mental health support program
- ๐ป Top-tier home office equipment provided
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 3-5 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter screenยท 30 min
- 2Technical/design interviewยท 60 min
- 3Portfolio reviewยท 45 min
- 4Final interview with leadsยท 45 min
- 5Offerยท 1 week
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