Technical Level Designer
People Can Fly Studio
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Montreal • Canada
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About the role
- Create, implement, and maintain system design elements, tools, and workflows for the level design team.
- Set up gameplay scenarios using existing tools to create gameplay elements such as checkpoints, objectives, enemy spawns, and special events.
- Work directly with programmers, game designers, artists, and animators to create essential tools and solutions.
- Assist in prototyping and in producing the technical components of game features.
- Test new features and tools before they are rolled out to the rest of the team.
- Ensure level designers adhere to official metrics and technical standards.
- Review plans produced by team members, analyzing them to identify additional required effort or reduce the risk of bugs.
- Create prefabricated templates that are easy for team members to use, configure, or adjust.
- Act as a technical reference for the team on level design.
- Assist the broader department in debugging and fixing issues.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation for the projects you are responsible for.
- Participate in the work of dedicated response teams.
Requirements
- Typically 3+ years of experience, including experience on at least one AAA title successfully shipped on PC or console.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Good presentation skills.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Solid understanding of game creation and development processes.
- Experience with both text-based and visual scripting systems.
- Proficiency with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence).
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Desirable qualifications: Experience with multiple different 3D engines.
- Experience designing tools and workflows.
- Interdisciplinary experience; generalist approach.
- Scripting experience with Python and Lua.
- Knowledge of Maya, 3DS Max, or a similar 3D package (strongly preferred).
Benefits
- Location: Canada
- A benefits package 100% paid by PCF.
- The insurance provider reimburses claims at 100% (up to $1,000 of services per year, plus family or individual coverage).
- Comprehensive dental coverage, including major dental work and orthodontics.
- 4% employer-matched RRSP contribution (pre-tax), 100% vested from day one.
- One week of paid time off during the winter holidays.
- 20 days of paid vacation and 5 paid sick days.
- Free virtual health and mental wellness sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
- Opportunities for personal development and the chance to work in a global environment.
- The opportunity to work within a creative team of passionate people.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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