Lead Game Designer

DESIGN

What We Do

Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.

What You’ll Do

Psyonix (a subsidiary of Epic) is looking for a Lead Game Designer to develop, manage, and lead designs for Rocket League. You will work with development teams of Artists, Engineers, Designers, Producers, and Product Managers to develop features and content to entertain and engage the Rocket League player base.

In this role, you will

• Maintain the design principles that define Rocket League
• Drive tactical execution of strategic design goals; create clear and concise design documentation and support design work
• Lead alignment across multiple stakeholders and guide implementation efforts
• Manage and mentor a team of designers with the goal of developing features and systems that drive engagement and monetization goals
• Work with Design, Development, Production, and Product leadership across Epic to guide the strategic direction of initiatives related to vehicles
• Partner with the Production team to provide a clear message to the studio regarding design tasks, priorities, and status
• Monitor community feedback, identify player needs, evaluate what’s actionable, and create a plan of action to address

What we’re looking for

• Passion for Rocket League and/or similar esports-based titles
• Understanding of Fortnite Ecosystem mechanics and features
• Advanced level of game design experience (10+ years) with an emphasis on competitive multiplayer design and live “as a service” game design
• Primary Vision Holder and/or Project Lead on at least one major shipped title
• Systems and/or Technical Designer on at least one major shipped title
• Demonstrable proficiency in written communication and a track record of effectively conveying your design through documentation
• Exceptional verbal communication skills with experience guiding collaboration across diverse disciplines
• A passion for active self-growth and the growth of the colleagues around you
• Programming experience is considered a bonus but is not required

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

Pay Transparency Information

The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).