[D&D - PC Console] Senior Technical Game Designer Montreal (Canada) Gameloft Game Design Senior[...]

[D&D - PC Console] Senior Technical Game DesignerHere at Gameloft, we create moments of happiness for our players all over the world through exciting gaming experiences. This is our mission, and it has been the same for over 20 years. We are the proud creators of Asphalt, Dungeon Hunter, Modern Combat, and over 200 other great games.There is a game for everyone, and we are now expanding to cross-platform games on PC and consoles, with titles such as Disney Speedstorm and Disney Dreamlight Valley, to provide our players with even more amazing adventures.With more than 3,400 passionate Gamelofters across the globe, we take great pride in our differences and draw on them to create games just as diverse as we are.If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to work with a bold and talented group of people, don’t hesitate to join the gameJoin our talented team as we embark on an uncharted gaming adventure We're on the lookout for a Senior Technical Game Designer to contribute their skills to our Dungeons & Dragons PC/console project. This innovative game will blend action-RPG/survival features with the unique elements of life-simulation games to redefine the genre and capture the imaginations of players worldwide.The Senior Technical Game Designer is responsible for supporting the Design team. This person is in charge of script creation, data integration and prototype production and is often called upon to complete various concurrent tasks, always with the necessary thoroughness. The Senior Technical Game Designer bridges the gaps between the team and the various professionals who work on a video game. Relying on their mastery of development tools, they actively contribute towards realizing the game's vision in addition to providing support to various team members.Main Tasks and Responsibilities:Act as technical expert for all design issues by resolving problems and offering your support and guidance to team membersAct as the first contact person for all technical issues related to game design and be able to determine if an element can be handled in the script or in the code by the Programming teamContinuously evaluate game designs, characteristics, and pipelines; and identify risks and find systemic improvementsCommunicate with various technical departments to improve tools and systems with the aim of making the Design team more efficientUpdate the resource databases of game systemsWork with other technical designers on best practices and training material for the Design teamsCollaborate with programmers to decide how to implement features and define the elements that should be data-driven and those that should notContribute to work planning based on the scope of each task to establish a compromise between quality objectives and delivery restrictions (time, cost, resources, etc.)Identify needs in terms of improvements to tools and methods, work with programmers on implementation issues, and ensure smooth deployment with the Production teamDefine the technical needs of the team; understand and communicate in concrete terms the needs of the team, which are often abstract and loosely definedQualificationsAt least 7 years’ experienceExpertise in various scripting languages, such as C#, Lua, or Visual ScriptingStrong knowledge of game engines (e.g.: Unity, Unreal, etc.)Hands-on experience with navigation meshesProactive and shows initiativeResponsibleReliable and thoroughStrong work ethicExcellent communication skills within a teamAbility to make good decisions based on production phasesWhat Gameloft believes in:We play the good game for a better world. As a leader in the industry, we want to use the power of video games as a force for positive change.If you join us, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to help the environment, make a difference in communities and build a more inclusive world.We want our Gamelofters to focus on what matters: creating fun and high-quality games they’ll be proud to share with our players around the world.To help you succeed in your role, we have some cool perks:What Gameloft offers:Friday afternoon off all year round3 weeks’ vacation and mobile days off, available as of your start dateTime off between Christmas and New Year’s Day to help you start the year off on the right footGroup RRSP program with employer contributionsGreat group insurance programFree 24/7 access to a virtual medical clinicThe Employee and Family Assistance ProgramPartial reimbursement of your commuting costs (for public transit and/or parking)Support for new employees relocating from countries or regions outside QuebecReferral program with bonusesRegular activities and prizes courtesy of our Social CommitteeAnd at the studio itself:Secure bike storage room and a subsidy to encourage active transportation (during the summer)Daily snacks (fruit, coffee, etc.)Wednesday happy hoursA game roomA rooftop terraceStudio located near Jarry Park and the charming Mile-Ex and Little Italy neighbourhoodsFitness classes at the studio itself or at Jarry Park (e.g., yoga) #J-18808-Ljbffr