Senior Designer, Gameplay

About the Studio

Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City, nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We’ve been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world’s largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open-world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what’s next!

About the Role

WB Games Avalanche seeks a senior-level gameplay designer to work alongside other gameplay designers developing moment-to-moment gameplay features that embody the vision and values articulated by the game’s directors.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement verbs for both synchronous and asynchronous multiplayer gameplay
• Collaborate with fellow designers, artists, and engineers under the direction of the Lead Gameplay Designer
• Tune and balance gameplay elements
• Participate in regular playtests, provide and receive constructive feedback
• Maintain useful documentation of your designs and ensure there is always a single source of truth

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in a design role
• At least one shipped title in a professional design role; self-published independent projects for associate candidates
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluency with Unreal Engine 5, especially the gameplay ability system and blueprints
• Passion for games, a positive attitude, and a sincere desire to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with one or more programming languages, especially C++
• Deep knowledge of the online RPG genre

Pay

Base pay range: $69,252.00 – $128,610.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Employee wellness program
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation