Systems Game Designer at Studio Ellipsis focusing on gameplay systems and systemic design in a hybrid work setup. Involved in developing an action title's systemic backbone located in Lisbon, Portugal.
Responsibilities
Design, tune, and balance core gameplay systems that drive progression, resource flow, and dynamic world behaviors.
Translate high-level design goals into clear, scalable systems that connect mechanics, player motivation, and content.
Model dependencies and feedback loops between AI, combat, economy, and world systems to ensure long-term balance and emergent variety.
Work closely with engineering and data teams to implement tunable, data-driven frameworks that can scale efficiently.
Analyze telemetry and playtest data to validate assumptions, identify edge cases, and optimize player experience.
Establish clear system documentation and parameter hierarchies, ensuring other designers can build within your frameworks.
Collaborate cross-discipline (Combat, AI, Content, Technical Design) to maintain systemic coherence and design consistency.
Champion systemic thinking within the team, promoting elegant solutions, simulation-minded design, and measurable outcomes.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in systems or economy design on at least one shipped title.
Proven ability to design and balance interconnected systems with multiple inputs, dependencies, and player variables.
Strong understanding of data-driven design workflows parameter tuning within Unreal.
Analytical mindset: translate qualitative goals into quantitative balance models.
Clear communication skills, able to convey complex system logic visually & persuasively.
A genuine fascination for how systems behave, in games, and real-world dynamics.
Experience designing and implementing gameplay systems in Unreal Engine.
Shipped at least one game using Unreal Engine.
Bonus: Experience with procedural content generation or systemic encounter frameworks.
Bonus: Familiarity with combat-driven or extraction-style PvEvP ecosystems.
Bonus: Understanding of AI behavior dependencies, rarity systems, and scaling logic.
Bonus: Background in mathematics, data analysis, or systems architecture.
Bonus: Familiarity with the Gameplay Ability System (GAS) and its application to multiplayer.
Creative Designer at Midas focusing on visual solutions for GRC processes. Engaging in design and video editing tasks to enhance brand identity and marketing effectiveness.
ASIC/FPGA Engineer developing state - of - the - art digital ICs for Boeing's critical programs. Collaborating with global electronics teams and supporting ASIC/FPGA design and verification.
Mechanical Staff Designer I at CESO, supporting senior design staff with engineering projects and calculations. Working within a hybrid environment to meet project deadlines and standards.
Junior Designer contributing to Clara’s visual identity and supporting visual execution across Latin America. Creating graphical content and collaborating with senior team members in a hybrid work model.
Analog Design Engineer working on advanced analog circuits for high - performance AI hardware. Contributing to innovative technologies that redefine AI infrastructure economics.
Ausbildung als Metallbauer, Maschinen - und Anlagenführer oder Industriekaufmann bei Thiel GmbH in Löningen. Lernen modernster Technologien in einem familiären Umfeld.
Store Manager overseeing shop operations and team development at Designer Outlet Wolfsburg. Managing merchandising and daily business activities while fostering a positive team environment.
Store Manager Assistant supporting daily operations and enhancing customer experience at Designer Outlet. Responsible for assisting the Shop Manager and motivating team members for optimal performance.
Store Manager overseeing textile retail operations at ONLY & SONS in Wolfsburg. Managing daily business & team development while ensuring effective store merchandising and sales.
Design Consultant for Bumble Bee Blinds driving sales through consultations in North Denver and Aurora. Fostering client relationships and leading in‑home consultations for window treatment solutions.