Senior Game Designer

Are you a Senior Game Designer passionate about systemic gameplay and crafting immersive multiplayer experiences?

A well-resourced studio is developing a brand-new online action-adventure game based on original IP, and they’re looking for a Senior Game Designer to help shape the project from the ground up. If you’re experienced in sandbox design and thrive in collaborative, cross-discipline environments — this could be your next big move.

In this role you will…

• Design, document, and iterate on core mechanics, systems, and features that define player experience

• Own gameplay features from concept to implementation, working closely with artists, engineers, and other designers

• Break down high-level design goals into clear documentation and development-ready tasks

• Contribute to sprint planning, scoping, and risk management related to design deliverables

• Refine development pipelines to improve efficiency and cross-discipline coordination

• Share insights and learnings across the team to support ongoing improvement

• Provide mentorship and feedback to junior and mid-level designers

• Act as a key point of contact for design-related initiatives and problem-solving

What they’re looking for…

• Several years of experience in game design, with time spent at a senior level

• At least one shipped title in a design capacity

• Strong track record working on multiplayer open-world or sandbox games

• Deep understanding of live-ops and games-as-a-service models

• Expertise in at least two design domains — such as combat, progression, quest, AI, systems, economy, or narrative

• Ability to balance high-level creative vision with practical implementation

• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex ideas clearly

Bonus if you bring…

• Experience with Unreal Engine

• AAA and/or console development experience

• Scripting knowledge (e.g., C# or similar)

• Cross-disciplinary understanding of areas like UI/UX, world design, or QA

• Familiarity with UGC systems or player-driven content tools

• Experience using Jira, Confluence, or other development tracking tools

• A collaborative mindset and experience working in diverse, international teams

If you’re excited by the idea of building original worlds and systems that empower players, and want to shape a new IP from the early stages, apply now via Andy at Skillsearch: ad@skillsearch.com

Years of experience and salary levels are shown purely as a guide. We will only consider applications from candidates that can demonstrate the skills or experience required for the role.

Please be aware that while we would love to respond to every application we receive, due to high numbers we cannot guarantee this. We do however appreciate any time you invest into the application and will make sure to get in touch should anything in future more closely fit your skillset.