Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of real-time gameplay elements that shape player experience, aligned with senior creative direction.
- Design and refine combat systems, including player powers, enemy AI, weapon behavior, and camera responses.
- Work closely with engineering, art, and design teams to prototype, test, and finalize combat features throughout production.
- Create and manage detailed design documentation to ensure consistency and clarity across all teams.
- Use data from playtests and player input to adjust and improve combat balance and responsiveness.
- Design and manage combat scenarios and encounter flow in coordination with level and story designers.
- Define performance benchmarks and design standards for environments and enemy placements to enhance gameplay quality.
- Guide and support junior design staff while helping improve team workflows and design practices.
- Ensure all combat-related components meet high standards for responsiveness, enjoyment, and polish.
Compensation
Actual compensation varies by location, experience, skills, and knowledge. Full-time position eligible for bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and company holidays.
Work Arrangement
On-site
Team
Collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment focused on iterative design and high-quality gameplay delivery.
Other
- Full-time position with benefits included.
- This role requires on-site presence in Santa Monica, CA.
- Office is situated close to downtown Santa Monica, accessible via metro and freeway.
- Compensation is determined by market region and adjusted based on relevant expertise, abilities, and background.
- Eligible full-time employees receive a competitive benefits package including vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) matching.
- Some positions may qualify for performance bonuses and equity participation.
Not specified
