Ubisoft Leamington has been a member of the Ubisoft family since January 2017 and has collaborated on Tom Clancy’s The Division & The Division 2, Far Cry 5 and Starlink: Battle For Atlas. Currently comprised of a 70-strong team, the studio is a solid and experienced group supported by a mix of veteran developers and promising young talent. Based in Royal Leamington Spa, Ubisoft Leamington is at the heart of a thriving destination for UK game developers.

Job Description

Job Purpose

Create and own major game systems and mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities

Key role in design creation and balancing of major game systems, often as feature owner;
Carry ideas from conception, through prototyping to detailed design and implementation;
Communicate and collaborate with key stake holders across multiple disciplines;
Ensure that clear lines of communication are kept open with key stakeholders by updating them on the progress and challenges;
Contribute towards improving standards of all design practices;
Combine innovation with a strong knowledge of industry standards;
Ability to produce clear and effective design documentation of major features.
Support, guidance and feedback for junior designers.

Qualifications

Skills And Knowledge

Key knowledge and understanding in at least one specific area of design;
Strong knowledge of current design methodologies;
Good awareness of market trends;
Strong knowledge of a wide range of games across multiple platform and their core design practices.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant documentation software;
Be an advocate and ambassador for the feature and the sharing of the information from it;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Excellent time management and a developing knowledge of prioritisation skills
Pro-active and self-motivated;
Show an ability to navigate through ambiguity and embrace change with a positive mindset;
Show an initial understanding of how to be exemplary, attentive, supportive and constructive around taking on or giving feedback.

Relevant Experience

Either a Bachelor’s degree in Game Design or relevant training/experience;
5 years minimum experience in Game Design or relevant role;
Shipped at least 1 game in the game design discipline, preferably a full cycle on a AAA title or equivalent.

Additional Information

Benefits & Relocation

Flexible working, 22 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown, private healthcare (with option to add immediate family), life insurance & income protection, workplace pension scheme, paid volunteering days, annual fitness & well-being allowance, games, technology & merchandise, subsidised travel and many more...

Relocation assistance is available to anyone currently living 50 miles or more from the studio location. Please contact a member of the talent acquisition team to find out what we have to offer and how we can support with your move here... relocation really doesn't have to be a daunting prospect.

Ubisoft Reflections & Ubisoft Leamington is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.