Senior Game Designer

Responsibilities

• Develop core gameplay systems and design directions for the dark vehicular roguelite project 40 SOULS.
• Connect the work of designers, programmers, and artists into a cohesive design direction.
• Analyze how mechanics connect to the core loop, progression, balance, pacing, and difficulty.
• Design and refine key mechanics such as vehicle control, driving feel, combat, weapons, and enemy AI.
• Create clear, concise documentation and formulate tasks for programmers and artists.
• Prototype gameplay features to ensure they are engaging and understandable for the demo.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a game designer on professional game projects.
• Strong understanding of core gameplay, system design, and prototyping.
• Ability to think systemically, focusing on the connections between different game features.
• Experience working with balance, progression, economy, or combat parameters.
• Excellent documentation skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas simply.
• Ability to work within project limitations and focus on delivering a strong demo.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unreal Engine.
• Background in racing games, combat games, roguelikes/roguelites, or systemic action projects.
• Experience in vehicle gameplay, AI, or complex progression systems.
• Previous experience in Lead, Senior, or System Design roles.
• Interest in dark sci-fi, post-apocalyptic settings, and combat vehicles.

Benefits

• Fully remote work with a flexible schedule.
• Opportunity to work on a large-scale original IP with a global team of 60+ specialists.
• Potential to transition to a paid production role once funding is secured after the demo phase.
• Contribution to a high-quality portfolio case with proper credit.

About the Company

8Bit Recruitment is working on 40 SOULS, an original dark vehicular roguelite set in a ruined city. The project features combat vehicles, deadly tournaments, and deep progression systems. Our team consists of experienced developers from AA/AAA and indie backgrounds working together to build a compelling, high-quality gaming experience.