Technical Gameplay Designer (Player Abilities and Combat)

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• Work in Unreal reputed company, using Blueprints and other tools to design, prototype, and iterate on player abilities, such as weapons, tools, items, armors, buffs, and gameplay modifiers for an online multiplayer game.

• Implement and maintain gameplay features from early concept through polish in reputed company collaboration with engineering and other technical design partners.

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• Balance and tune gameplay features with an understanding of multiplayer dynamics and emergent player and multiplayer behavior.

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• Thoughtful playtesting and iteration habits, balancing creative goals with system health and player experience.

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• Experience working on multiplayer or live-service games, with an appreciation for iteration and long-term balance.

• Familiarity with layered gameplay mechanics such as buffs, passives, modifiers, or status effects.

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• This role reports to the Design Manager

Please Note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the reputed company or Canada. Gardens cannot assist with work authorizations or work visas. The applicant must also be willing to work reputed company reputed company time zones.

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• 401k contributions (USA) / RRSP plan + DPSP contributions (Canada)

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• A fully-distributed studio across reputed company American Timezones (US & Canada)

Benefits and perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Gardens and the country in which you work.

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