Sr. Systems Designer

Carbine Studios, a software development company focused on making high-quality, cutting-edge, and conceptually innovative Massively Multiplayer Games, is looking for a Senior Systems Designer who can design and implement high-quality game play systems for our upcoming game WildStar.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with designers, engineers, artists, and producers to design, to implement and tune a wide range of game play systems of WildStar
• Shepherd the design of new game systems, from initial written proposal to final tuning and polish
• Work with a proprietary set of development tools, and indentify methods of improving and expanding them
• Contribute positively to the efforts of other designers
• Manage and mentor staff and Associate System Designers

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years professional experience working in a game design role and at least one major shipped title
• Active gamer with a wide understanding of games, especially with online games,  with the ability to clearly articulate what the strongest and weakest aspects are related to the design aspects games that are currently on the market
• Proven ability to lead initiatives from start to finish, and respond to adversity as it occurs
• An analytical mind, strong problem solving & critical thinking skills
• Expertise in multiple sub-disciplines of design, such as progressing systems, combat balance, user interface, etc
• Experience with scripting languages, game development tools, and processes
• Effective at delivering and receiving useful feedback to and from other designers
• Must have excellent organization and communication (verbal & written) skills
• A positive team oriented attitude

PLUSES:

• Familiarity with fantasy and science fiction literature, pen and paper role-playing, CRPGs and MMOs

A casual, friendly work environment, comprehensive benefits package, a competitive salary, and more are all part of what makes Carbine Studios a great place to work.