Lead Combat Designer @ PlayStation Global

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Full-Time

Lead Combat Designer

Posted on 11/30/2023

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery service

Hardware

Consumer Software

Senior

Remote in USA

Required Skills

Communications

Animation

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience in video game combat design, with at least one shipped title (excluding academic projects)
Strong communication skills and the ability to convey abstract concepts with other members of the team
Detail-oriented, thorough, and proactive - Seek information to solve issues from all areas of game development on your own
Thorough understanding of game workflows and pipelines
Strong documentation and data organization. Follow established name schemes and document new processes that you create or use on a daily basis
Experience using both text-based and GUI-based scripting systems
Knowledge of competitive products and various gameplay genres/trends
Intermediate knowledge of Maya or other major 3D programs
Animation knowledge to collaborate with artists for combat tuning
Full understanding of game workflows and pipelines
Desire to learn new techniques and technologies
Desire to mentor and share experience/knowledge with others

Responsibilities

Develop player interaction systems that link combat and level designs
Collaborate with engineers to create new tools and systems
Evolve gameplay systems while pulling from extensive knowledge of competitive products and various gameplay genres/trends
Focus on character designs from concept to implementation
Be an owner of tuning key aspects of the game, including AI gameplay, character balance, and controls
Contribute to tuning key aspects of the game, including economy, player progression, and level mechanics

Desired Qualifications

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a package. Click here to learn more

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

Bluepoint Games has begun the exciting work of original development and seeks passionate, industry-leading talent to join our pursuit of consistently crafting Game of the Year quality experiences. Our studio is renowned for critically acclaimed titles that exceed what the world expects of us, most recently the PS4 remake of Shadow of the Colossus the PS5 launch title Demon’s Souls.

Please note: This is not an entry-level or mid-level position. Previous professional experience and accomplishments in this role are required.

Responsibilities

Develop player interaction systems that link combat and level designs
Collaborate with engineers to create new tools and systems
Evolve gameplay systems while pulling from extensive knowledge of competitive products and various gameplay genres/trends
Focus on character designs from concept to implementation
Be an owner of tuning key aspects of the game, including AI gameplay, character balance, and controls.
Contribute to tuning key aspects of the game, including economy, player progression, and level mechanics.

Minimum Qualifications

At least 5 years of professional experience in video game combat design, with at least one shipped title (excluding academic projects)
Strong communication skills and the ability to convey abstract concepts with other members of the team
Detail-oriented, thorough, and proactive - Seek information to solve issues from all areas of game development on your own
Thorough understanding of game workflows and pipelines
Strong documentation and data organization. Follow established name schemes and document new processes that you create or use on a daily basis
Experience using both text-based and GUI-based scripting systems
Knowledge of competitive products and various gameplay genres/trends

The ideal candidate shall also have:

Intermediate knowledge of Maya or other major 3D programs
Animation knowledge to collaborate with artists for combat tuning
Full understanding of game workflows and pipelines
Desire to learn new techniques and technologies
Desire to mentor and share experience/knowledge with others

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.

At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

This is a flexible role that can be remote, with varying pay ranges based on geographic location. For example, if you are based out of Seattle, the estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$133,400—$200,200 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

PlayStation Global

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Playstation's mission is to deliver new joy, excitement and awe to everyone. The company builds software and hardware for gaming consoles and content.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1994

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -18%

1 year growth

↓ -25%

2 year growth

↓ -21%

Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events

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