ZeniMax Online Studios is hiring an Associate Systems Designer to work with the Systems Lead and the rest of the project team to support the creation and maintenance of core game mechanics and non-combat systems within Elder Scrolls Online. They are responsible for player retention mechanisms and facilitating in-game social interactions, while adhering to team values and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain numerous existing in-game systems as assigned (Examples: Achievements, Itemization, Crafting, Housing, Justice, etc)

• Develop expertise on all in-game systems behavior and interdependencies including proprietary toolsets

• Create and maintain documentation for new and existing systems

• Function effectively as a team member in collaborative, cross-disciplinary feature development teams

• Identify and develop opportunities for fair monetization and business practices

• Utilize business intelligence reporting to drive data informed decisions

• Provide, receive and integrate feedback on all aspects of game development

• Any other duties assigned by the Systems Lead, Lead Gameplay Designer and Creative Director

Qualifications

• Institutional or work experience with designing game systems

• Experience playing MMORPGs

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word or equivalent

• Technical writing familiarity with close attention to detail

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Agile development methodology

• Viewable portfolio of previous work