Game Designer (Gameplay Scripter - Temporary Assignment)

This position is for a temporary engagement through our staffing partner Yoh Services.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating, implementing, and owning polished gameplay scenarios, in-game cinematics, and AI behaviors
• Collaborating with the Design team to conceptualize, prototype, implement, tune, and balance gameplay mechanics and systems
• Communicate with animation, programming, and art departments to effectively produce the assets and code support required for systems or set-ups
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Requirements & Skills:

• Significant programming ability (Computer Science undergraduate degree preferred)
• Knowledge of 3D math
• Experience with C++, C#, Lua, or other scripting language
• Deep understanding of narrative principles, and conveying emotion through gameplay
• Self-starter with excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to take design direction when offered, brainstorm, iterate and come up with fun and creative solutions
• Experience with 3D level editors
• Experience developing third-person action games preferred

As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interview and may be asked to complete a design test.