[Hiring] Technical Designer @Blackbird Interactive

Role Description

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!

• 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.

Qualifications

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

Requirements

• 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.).

Benefits

• $80,000 - $100,000 a year.