Senior Game Designer

Square Enix Montréal
Montreal, QC, Canada
Job type: Permanent

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Job Description

  • Participate in the development and evolution of creative projects.
  • Collaborate with the Lead Designer / Creative Director on the theme, mechanics, story and overall fun-factor of the game.
  • Implement, balance and polish gameplay mechanics, and enhance their development with other teams throughout production.
  • Write and maintain design documentation, and also iterate on existing systems to make them shine.
  • Work iteratively with the Level Designer to ensure all game mechanics are being showcased and that all game elements are implemented as intended.
  • Work and cooperate with all other services in game development (audio, art, animation, code, marketing etc) to ensure every game element supports the design and smooth implementation of that design.
  • A champion and key owner of many game systems. A real go-to member of the team.

Skills & Requirements

  • Both technically proficient and passionately creative.
  • 4 to 7 years in the video game industry in a design role.
  • Formal education in Game Design or related experience.
  • Minimum of 1 published title, preferably mobile / tablet.
  • Ability to take ownership of game systems and their design from concept through to delivery.
  • Able to understand the new paradigm of engagement, retention and monetization, as well as classic games design.
  • Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
  • Knowledge of the principles of game design.
  • Working knowledge of Unity a requirement.
  • Scripting experience also a bonus.
  • Passion, motivation, drive and enthusiasm are essential.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple other disciplines.
  • At ease in a team oriented environment.
  • Ability to learn and share knowledge.
  • Maturity to give and receive constructive criticism.
  • Attention to detail and quality.
  • Robust knowledge of video games and its changing landscape.
  • Analytical mind, able to deconstruct any design related problem.
  • Willingness to want change the world by creating unforgettable game experiences.

Additional Information

  • Working remotely is an option
  • Relocation assistance is offered

How to Apply

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About the Company

Founded in 2011, Square Enix Montréal is a multi-award-winning mobile game studio that develops games based on existing franchises and new intellectual properties. Square Enix Montréal is dedicated to the creation of innovative and carefully crafted games that become international benchmarks such as the critically acclaimed titles Hitman Sniper®, Hitman GO®, Lara Croft GO® and Deus Ex GO®. In 2021, Square Enix Montréal announced that it was in development on a newly imagined mobile experience based on Taito’s Space Invaders and the upcoming release of project Hitman Sniper Assassins (working title). To date, the studio’s games have been downloaded over 130 million times in 175 countries. 

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