Technical Designer (3-month contract)

Blackbird Interactive is looking for a Technical Designer to join our growing studio.  We have an exciting new project, and are looking for a key hire to lend a hand in the development and execution of the gameplay on a co-operative, horror based exploration game.

Do you want to build compelling game experiences having designed, prototyped and delivered high profile gameplay systems, features or tools? Do you love working with a team of talented designers, artists and programmers to create ambitious in-game content?  If so, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities

 

• Prototype, implement, and iterate on gameplay content such as game flow, interactable objects and player abilities, event hooks for narrative and audio content, scripted sequences, tutorial/help systems, and bug fixing. 

• Collaborate with both artists and designers on ways to improve the game content implementation to take advantage of existing technology and drive to the best end result possible.

• Collaborate with engineers to improve design workflows and bring gameplay intentions to life while respecting performance and technical constraints 

• Work with producers and team leadership to assess requirements and provide effort estimates and updates to help ensure the team reaches its goals successfully

Requirements

 

• A minimum of 5 years in game development, with at least 2 years of Technical Design experience

• Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine 5, including Blueprint scripting, gameplay implementation, debugging, and working within complex gameplay systems and technical frameworks

• Confidence and familiarity with modern text based scripting languages

• Shipped at least one product, ideally an exploration and/or horror game

• Self direction and a proven ability to thrive in a highly dynamic and technical environment

• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills, including verbal and written skills

Pluses

 

• Experience developing or playing games with a cooperative gameplay focus

• An innovator's heart, keen to create brand new things that haven't been done before

• A love of contributing to high quality, rich gameplay experiences

• Experience playing modern horror exploration games

• Demonstrated passion for entertainment products / media (i.e. comics, movies, novels, etc.)