Senior Gameplay Designer

CD PROJEKT RED•Boston, MA

9d•$112,200 - $185,100•Hybrid

About The Position

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Senior Gameplay Designer to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. The role designs, implements, and iterates on features, mechanics, and core gameplay systems in support of the game’s high-level design vision. The successful candidate brings a strong design voice, kindness, respect, and a player-first mindset. The position reports to the Lead Gameplay Designer and can be performed onsite in Boston, Massachusetts, or fully remotely from eligible US states or Canada. Relocation assistance is available for US-based candidates. This is a new role.

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience in the AAA game industry in a game design role.
Proven success creating compelling and innovative gameplay mechanics.
Experience developing shooters, open-world, roleplaying, and/or action games.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and evolving project needs, willingness to experiment, and commitment to high-quality work.
A positive and collaborative approach that contributes to a friendly and supportive team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5.
Experience working across multiple stages of AAA game production.
Deep knowledge of CD PROJEKT RED games and other narrative- or roleplaying-focused games.
Passion for the cyberpunk genre and games.

Responsibilities

Propose innovative and engaging designs that fulfill the game direction.
Analyze, pitch, prototype, develop, and balance moment-to-moment gameplay, abilities, and mechanics.
Collaborate and produce work in a cross-discipline environment, building and refining designs over time using internal and external feedback.
Stay current on industry trends, including new game genres, game design methods and techniques, and audio-visual excellence.

Benefits

Company-paid medical healthcare, including dental, vision, and mental health coverage.
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and well-being webinars.
Paid leave: 26 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 12 calendar holidays per year.
401(k) or RRSP with employer matching.
Lifestyle Spending Account of $100 per month for fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
Menstrual leave: employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
RED Parents Network support for working parents.
Flexible working hours.
Internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, e-learning classes, trainings, lectures, and courses.
Welcome pack with company goodies.