Job Description:
Do you long for the heroic adventures of days gone by? Or perhaps your heart aches for a chance to lovingly restore an ancient battle site, complete with the battle itself? Do you hunger for the original versions of Burning Crusade’s raid encounters? Maybe you enjoy long walks through historical database tables, looking for historical oddities? Do you love living in the details of World of Warcraft design? Are you inclined to dream of what the future may hold for World of Warcraft Classic and all its future potential? If this describes you, the WoW Classic team would like to meet you.
We are looking to add a Technical Designer to our ranks to help us recreate original encounters as they progressively release in Burning Crusade Classic, as well as plan and work on future projects. On the Classic team, our goal is to minimize changes to the core gameplay, while still fixing disruptive bugs and exploits, so we have a particular need for somebody with surgical precision who can focus on only fixing what’s necessary and preserving the spirit of original World of Warcraft. A technical designer straddles the line between design and engineering and works closely with engineers to debug problems with content, as well as providing design guidance to the engineers working alongside them.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we believe that is the key to creating a collaborative and creative environment. We actively solicit opinions from everybody on the team and work hard to make sure everybody has a voice. We value our employees, as well as their families, which is why we defend a healthy work/life balance. Our core values are real, and we use them to guide us every day. If that all sounds good to you, please reach out and apply today. We’d love to get the conversation started.
COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.
Responsibilities
- Maintain collaborative connections with design, engineering, QA, production, and art
- Diagnose and debug content issues in both the development and live environment
- Work with engineering to request and refine workflow and tool changes
- Re-create earlier version of dungeon and raid content and help design systems
Requirements
- Deep understanding of World of Warcraft design and gameplay
- Experience working with SQL and relational databases
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Absolute passion for playing and making games
Plusses
- Scripting or other programming experience
- Experience with content creation tools and game editors
- Degree in computer science or related field
Required Application Materials
- Resume
- Cover Letter which should include:
- Why you are interested in working on WoW Classic
- Why you are interested in technical design
- What games you are currently playing
Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing a true work/life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!
Job Status: Full-Time
Primary Location: United States-CA-Irvine
Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
