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Technical Game Designer

High Voltage Software is an American video game developer known for creating titles like Lego Racers and The Conduit, with studios in Illinois and Louisiana.

High Voltage Software

Employee count: 51-200

Salary: 60k-75k USD

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High Voltage is seeking talented Technical Game Designers to join our growing team. In this role, you'll use your expertise in design tools, experience, and excellent sense of scale to enhance the quality of our projects and deliver fresh experiences that captivate players. If you're a game designer who's passionate about creating engaging gameplay, we want to hear from you.

Here are some of the exciting responsibilities you'll have:

  • Designing captivating experiences that push the boundaries and deliver innovative gameplay.
  • Leading the implementation of significant gameplay components from beginning to end, using skills such as Blueprint Scripting, Replication, Sequences, and Replays.
  • Collaborating closely with design leaders to develop and refine engaging gameplay experiences.
  • Employing Unreal Blueprint to execute in-game content.
  • Being the go-to person for complex content implementation that challenges current systems or requires significant input from artists, designers, and engineers.
  • Iterating, polishing, and balancing gameplay mechanics and systems.
  • Advocating for an immersive player experience and crafting compelling user stories.
  • Testing and validating your work on target hardware.

Join High Voltage, and let us supercharge your future!

Requirements

  • 3+ years of game design experience in the game industry, with a minimum of one shipped game.
  • 2+ years of experience with Unreal Engine 5 in a design or tech design capacity
  • Self-motivated and proactive in identifying design and technical issues, with a willingness to seek assistance when necessary.
  • Proficiency with visual scripting languages, particularly UE Blueprints (2 years).
  • Experience working on multiplayer games.
  • Proven ability to create functional prototypes.
  • Strong analytical and creative thinking skills with an in-depth knowledge of gameplay mechanics and how to create engaging experiences for players.
  • Technically skilled and capable of working independently in a small team environment as part of a larger team.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with others.
  • Passion for video games.

Bonus points:

  • Unreal Engine experience with Lumen and World Partition
  • Secondary technical skills (animation, UI/widgets, advanced Blueprint systems).
  • Exposure to multiplayer projects or performance optimization workflows.
  • Portfolio with shipped or production-quality levels.

Benefits

As a member of our team, you'll enjoy the following:

  • Opportunity to work on some of the biggest AAA games in the industry
  • Great work-life balance
  • Collaborative and casual work environment
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision
  • 401K plan

Salary range: $60,000 to $75,000 CAD

*Whilst this position is being offered on a remote basis, we are only able to consider applicants who are currently located in ON.

High Voltage Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by Federal, State or local law.

https://www.artstation.com/highvoltagesoftware

Role Information: EN

Studio: High Voltage

Location: Americas, Canada

Area of Work: Game Development
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Pattern: Remote

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Salary: 60k-75k USD

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About High Voltage Software

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High Voltage Software, Inc. (HVS) is a distinguished American video game developer with a rich history spanning over three decades. Founded in April 1993 by Kerry J. Ganofsky, the company emerged from humble beginnings in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Initially a small team of four, HVS has since grown into a prominent independent game development studio, recognized for its creative and technical prowess in the interactive entertainment industry. The company's portfolio boasts over 95 shipped titles across a wide array of platforms, showcasing its versatility and adaptability to the ever-evolving landscape of gaming technology. Some of their most notable and commercially successful projects include 'Lego Racers,' the 'Hunter: The Reckoning' series, 'The Conduit,' and significant contributions to major franchises like 'Mortal Kombat X,' 'Saints Row: Gat out of Hell,' and 'Fortnite.'

Throughout its journey, High Voltage Software has remained at the forefront of innovation. The company developed the Quantum3 game engine, specifically optimized for the Nintendo Wii, demonstrating its commitment to pushing the boundaries of hardware capabilities. In a strategic move to expand its talent pool and operational footprint, HVS opened a second studio in New Orleans, Louisiana, in 2015. This expansion allowed the company to leverage new creative energies and contribute to the growing tech scene in the region. In December 2020, High Voltage Software was acquired by Keywords Studios, a global provider of technical and creative services to the video games industry. This acquisition has provided HVS with greater resources and a broader international network, while allowing it to maintain its core identity and passion for creating engaging and high-quality gaming experiences. The studio continues to develop games for various platforms, including virtual reality, and remains a key player in both the Chicago and New Orleans development communities.

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High Voltage Software

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51-200 employees

Founded in

1993

Chief executive officer

Kerry J. Ganofsky

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