Description Join Pipeworks Studios and make your mark on the gaming industry as a Technical Game Designer. Refine gameplay mechanics via playbooks to propagate throughout an exciting Unreal-based AAA project. Based in the vibrant tech hub of Eugene, Oregon, with the flexibility of full remote work, this role is your chance to take UI from concept to implementation for a global audience. Immerse yourself in a role that blends game experience with creative problem-solving, all while enjoying competitive benefits and being part of a dynamic, innovation-driven community. The ideal candidate for the Technical Game Designer I is an experienced professional with a design and/or engineering background focused on gameplay development. The Technical Game Designer I contributes to the project offering consultation/review as a direct contributor. This includes collaborating with stakeholders and clients across disciplines and projects. Day To Day Responsibilities Actively participate as a project contributor, collaboratively creating, communicating, and managing tasks independently Design, implement, and maintain technical systems and tools to support game design Provide detailed and iterative design documentation to support the development lifecycle Collaborate with engineers and other technical staff to ensure the successful implementation of game mechanics and features Communicate with external stakeholders, including clients, per project requirements Occasional travel, per project requirements Skills Knowledge and Expertise Must Haves Strong collaboration skills Experience with designing complex systems and/or tools Unreal 5 experience with strong blueprint skills FPS and/or 3rd person action experience Strong technical skills, including proficiency in scripting and programming languages Familiarity w/ Jira, Confluence, or equivalent task tracking and collaborative environments Communicate effectively with all levels of staff, both written and verbal Show exceptional deductive reasoning skills Work with and lead teams, including taking direction and inspiring others Assist in solving problems in resourceful ways Organize and communicate complex systems and data with an attention to detail Work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Be flexible to changing priorities Able to work well and collaborate with remote teams Experience working as a level designer or with level designers Education & Experience Required 3+ years relevant work experience in Game Design or Engineering 1-2+ professional titles shipped as a game designer or engineer What We Can Offer You A Flexible Working Environment Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision 401K with employer match Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy Generous Paid Time Off 20 Paid Company Holidays Relocation Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Fitness Club Discounts Sports Team Sponsorship Annual Company Events Project Wrap Parties A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone! Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications below. About Pipeworks Studios While you may not know us, you certainly know our clients: Microsoft, Sony, Activision, Electronic Arts, and many more. Since 1999, Pipeworks has been helping define what’s next in real-world interactions by creating innovative, best-selling, cross-platform live games for top-tier publishers and properties. We believe that games have the ability to transform the world outside the realm of traditional consumer games and that our people are the catalyst for making this vision a reality. In the center of our universe lies our people, players, and a deep-rooted passion for games that has created several multi-million dollar best-sellers, compelling original concepts, and a disruptive imagination that continues to explore how games can transform industries outside our own. We are seeking exceptionally talented and entrepreneurial game creators as we lead into the future of digital entertainment. What products, ideas, dreams, and change will you help us create?