Senior Encounter Designer

We are seeking a talented Encounter Designer to join our team working on a Third-person Action Adventure MMORPG built with Unreal Engine 5. The candidate will focus on designing, balancing and setting up both Battle and Peaceful encounters in a game.

‍Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Technical Game Designer or related role (Level/Combat Designer).
• Proven experience with enemy/NPC placement, encounter balancing, traps, puzzles, and interactions.
• Experience on PC or Console projects; MMORPG experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of game design principles, player psychology, pacing, and flow.
• Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine 5 (level design tools, Blueprints, gameplay scripting).
• Familiarity with version control (Git, Perforce) and project tools (Jira, Trello).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving mindset, adaptability, and passion for immersive gameplay.
• Portfolio with encounter design work, prototypes, or shipped features.
• Proficiency in English.

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Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging encounters: enemies, NPCs, traps, puzzles, interactions.
• Balance encounters considering progression, rules, and player experience.
• Script and prototype encounters in UE5 Blueprints.
• Test and iterate through playthroughs, refining pacing and balance.
• Collaborate with Game/Level Design, Art, and Engineering teams.
• Document designs, balance calculations, and encounter setups.
• Incorporate feedback and stay updated on trends in combat and MMO encounter design.

‍Working conditions‍

• Remote work from any location globally, with flexible hours.
• 8-hour workday tailored to your personal routine.
• Salary based on experience, with regular reviews to stay competitive.
• Benefits include paid sick leave, vacations, and holidays.
• Work in a transparent, friendly team with no micromanagement.
• Your creativity is valued, and your ideas will be implemented in our collaborative environment.

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