We are Turtle Rock Studios. An award-winning game developer of AAA first person shooters and other games, including the latest co-op shooter franchise, Back 4 Blood. We are located in the heart of Orange County, CA. We thrive in an open and collaborative environment which is led to this day by co-founders Chris Ashton and Phil Robb.
Turtle Rock Studios is looking for a talented and passionate Senior Systems Designer to join our Back 4 Blood team and help make awesome experiences! The job will require working closely with multi-disciplined teams to create great gameplay experiences for humans and zombies alike.
Responsibilities
Design and prototype unique gameplay systems with a focus on game feel, scalability, and player experience
Own and drive the design and implementation of core gameplay systems
Systemically-driven content (e.g. rogue-like experiences)
Economy systems (progression and rewards; gameplay ecosystems and loops)
Using data and analytics to inform decision making
Be an information radiator: Collaborate effectively with fellow designers and other departments via clear communication, documentation, and proactive problem solving
Work closely with Design leadership to refine and champion the game’s vision across the entire team
Actively participate in playtests to evaluate and provide feedback on all systems and content, with a focus on the player experience
Requirements
5+ years of experience in game development with one or more shipped titles on multiple platforms
Love of games: specifically FPS, CO-OP, and Multiplayer games
Ability to break down gameplay components and describe them clearly and concisely
Expertise in providing feedback and parsing feedback into action
Proficiency with scripting for gameplay systems
Proven feature owner with the ability to bring a feature from concept to completion at a high level of quality
Strong analytical skill set and the ability to communicate complex problems to all parties
Solid math and problem solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to thrive in a highly-collaborative, team-oriented environment
Preferences
Proficiency in UE4 and Blueprint
Previous experience working on FPS, co-ops, or rogue-like games
Knowledge of game tool pipelines and processes (P4V, JIRA, Confluence, Excel)
Strong production sensibilities; understanding of scope, ability to accurately estimate feature cost vs value
Spreadsheet wizardry
Benefits
Some of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:
Competitive salary
100% healthcare coverage
401k matching
Profit Sharing Plan
Generous time off
Flexible spending accounts
Career Improvement Program
Pet friendly office
Fully stocked kitchens, sponsored food trucks, and more
Discounts on products and services