Hybrid Senior Level Designer

at Compulsion Games

• Job title: Senior Level Designer
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Tech skills: Lua, Unreal Engine
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Montreal, Canada

About the role

• Senior Level Designer crafting immersive game levels for Compulsion Games. Collaborating with teams to enhance player experiences and mentoring junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and implement complex and engaging game levels.
• Organize, prioritize, and estimate level design tasks with the Lead.
• Work with game designers, artists, and programmers to integrate gameplay mechanics into levels.
• Ensure levels support player flow, pacing, and progression while enhancing immersion.
• Incorporate environmental storytelling elements to reinforce the game’s narrative.
• Conduct playtests and iterate based on feedback to improve player experience.
• Balance and fine-tune level difficulty, combat encounters, and exploration mechanics.
• Use scripting tools (Blueprint) to create interactive gameplay moments.
• Optimize levels for performance, accessibility, and technical constraints.
• Help define best practices, workflows, and guidelines for the level design team.
• Mentor junior level designers, providing feedback and guidance on their work.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in level design (AAA or high-quality indie experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of level design principles, player psychology, and spatial storytelling
• Proficiency with Unreal Engine and level-building tools
• Experience with scripting languages (Blueprint, Lua, or similar)
• Ability to analyze playtests, interpret player feedback, and iterate efficiently
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Experience mentoring junior designers and improving team workflows
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

• hybrid work environment
• mentorship opportunities