Senior Level Designer (Layout \ Blockout)

OWLCAT GAMES was founded in 2016. The studio employs experienced developers who worked on projects such as Pathfinder: Kingmaker , Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous , Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader , and is currently working on titles Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn .
Right now we are looking for a Senior Level Designer (Layout / Blockout) .

Candidates for level designer position are requested to provide portfolios/examples of the projects they did.

TASKS:


Designing, prototyping and iterating levels with quest designers

Designing and setting up combat encounters: cover layouts, enemy waves and spawners, hazards, AI script, boss arenas

Creating and polishing blockouts according to all level requirements using UE5

Developing and working within predefined level metrics

Cooperation with other departments to ensure created levels contribute to and enhance the gameplay and game narrative

Authoring level design documentation

REQUIREMENTS:


At least 3 years experience as a Level Designer or in a similar role

Experience with Uneal Engine

Deep knowledge of current games, specifically in the Action RPG and TPS genres Excellent understanding of level design fundamentals and the role of level design in the overall player experience

Ability to create map layouts on all stages – from simple drawings to fully functional levels in at least one of the existing game engines

Excellent communication skills & proven ability to work within a team

Russian language skills at B2 level are necessary due to the team’s Russian-language production pipeline and internal communication

BENEFITS:


Comfortable offices (if you want to work from office) fitted with areas for recreation and games, coffee points, and snacks;

Convenient work schedule: adjust work time to your preferences and/or work remotely;

Strong internal community: we are passionate about what we do. Outside of work, we engage in activities together like playing tabletop games in the office or on Roll20;

Environment for personal growth: work together with the best professionals and enjoy the benefits of our developed mentoring system and training courses;

Competitive salary based on the interview, opportunities for career growth.