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Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games. CIG prides itself in thinking outside the box, encouraging creativity and developing ground-breaking technology. CIG believes in raising the bar for the gaming industry and the community as a whole. 

About the Role:

As a Lead Vehicle Content Designer based in our Manchester studio, you will be a driving force behind the development of vehicles and sandbox content for Star Citizen. This role demands a balance of high-level mentorship and technical execution. You will be responsible for professional growth and day-to-day management of your design team, ensuring they have the guidance needed to succeed while remaining deeply “hands-on” with vehicle implementation.

What does a Lead Vehicle Content Designer at CIG do?

Design and implement new vehicles and features for Star Citizen, ensuring Chris Roberts’ vision becomes a reality.
Act as mentor and direct manager, reviewing work at various stages to ensure execution matches the vision, goals, and quality requirements.
Cleanly set up vehicles and gameplay systems using in-house tools, pushing the engine’s capabilities to challenge player expectations.
Liaise with artists, animators, audio, and VFX teams to execute integrated game systems.
Pitch concepts, designs, and full proposals to project leads while identifying ways to improve toolsets and workflows.
Use data analysis to plot how the game is being used and make recommendations to improve the player experience.

What do we expect from our Lead Vehicle Content Designers?

Proven experience within game development.
Experience from pre-production to release on at least one large-scale title.
Knowledge and experience with a visual scripting language and the ability to problem-solve creatively within a constricted toolset.
A positive, solution-orientated individual with a passion for game development and a team-oriented attitude.
Excellent communication skills, vital for both documentation and team leadership.
Focused, motivated, and effective on all tasks through completion within given time constraints.

Pluses:

Knowledge of CryEngine/Lumberyard or building behaviour tree-based AI.
Experience with multiple scripting languages or a C-style programming language.
Background in Level Design or Massively Multiplayer Games.
A strong interest in science fiction-based themes.

Diversity Statement

CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.

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