Junior Technical Designer (UK-based 12 month Fixed Term Contract)

Climax Studios was established over 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way. You’ll be based out of our brand new, state of the art studio at Lakeside North Harbour set in stunning 130-acre landscaped grounds in Portsmouth.

We are seeking a Junior to Mid-level Technical Designer to work on multiple unannounced AAA FPS titles. We value the player experience. You will have a direct impact on key gameplay, scripted events, and the moment-to-moment player experience.

This role sits at the intersection of design and engineering, and you will be responsible for implementing scripted events and building scalable solutions within a proprietary engine - all crucial to the gameplay experience.

Requirements

• Professional experience implementing gameplay and level events on a shipped title (console experience preferred but not mandatory).
• Professional experience with visual scripting systems (e.g. Unreal Blueprint or comparable node-based systems).
• Solid general scripting skills and understanding of gameplay logic.   Experience implementing gameplay systems and event/level scripting at production scale.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Clear communicator who can collaborate effectively with both designers and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Implement gameplay and level events using visual scripting and proprietary toolsets.
• Build reusable templates and scripting frameworks to reduce duplication and accelerate iteration.
• Help resolve gameplay issues across legacy and newly built systems.
• Collaborate closely with gameplay programmers to evolve or refactor underlying systems where necessary.
• Identify and reduce technical debt within gameplay content.
• Support designers by providing technical solutions that preserve design intent.
• Document scripting workflows and best practices for the wider team.

Benefits

• Excellent holiday package
• Regular social events
• A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
• Ongoing training and development, with career progression
• Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

• Bring your doggo to work! We're a dog friendly studio, bring your pooch in to meet us.
• Bean to cup coffee machine in the studio.
• Fresh fruit and healthy snacks provided daily, breakfast and some not so healthy snacks.
• In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
• Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Climax Studios

Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Portsmouth

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Service Type: Design

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite

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