Senior Technical Game Designer

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and tune gameplay systems, features, and content supporting combat and progression
• Prototype gameplay features and systems directly in engine using scripting or design tools
• Bridge design intent with technical implementation by working closely with engineering
• Create and maintain technical design documentation, feature specs, and logic flows
• Identify technical constraints and help shape production-friendly design solutions
• Support implementation and upkeep of gameplay content through tuning and debugging
• Collaborate with UI, engineering, and production to ensure polished player experiences
• Analyze gameplay feedback and live data to drive system iteration

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in technical design, systems design, or game design on shipped games
• Deep understanding of top-down action RPG systems, itemization, and character progression
• Experience implementing gameplay features directly in engine via scripting or visual scripting
• Strong understanding of combat, balance, and player-facing mechanics
• Ability to communicate through technical documentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Proficiency with Unreal, Unity, or similar game development engines
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct ARPG development experience
• Experience supporting live games or systems requiring long-term iteration
• Familiarity with balance tuning, data-driven design, and gameplay metrics
• Experience building internal workflows to improve iteration speed

About the Company

Eleventh Hour Games is a fast growing studio focused on top-down action RPGs. With their breakout title Last Epoch, they are dedicated to empowering the next generation of creators to forge extraordinary games.