Level Designer

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CanadaContractSenior

Salary80,000 - 90,000 USD per year

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5+ years of experience in game development with a strong focus on level design in action, shooter, or combat-driven titles.
Experience shipping at least one game title, ideally within the shooter genre, from implementation through final polish.
Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine and level editing tools, including gameplay scripting and debugging.
Deep understanding of combat space design, including sightlines, encounter pacing, navigation, and readability.
Ability to work independently while iterating effectively on feedback in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working across design, art, engineering, and audio teams.
Solid grasp of AI-driven gameplay systems and how they influence level structure and encounter design.
Passion for creating clear, engaging, and tactically rich gameplay experiences.

Design and build full levels end-to-end, including layout, traversal, combat encounters, pacing, objectives, and player flow.
Create tactical combat environments that support flanking routes, cover systems, squad coordination, and multiple gameplay approaches.
Script gameplay events, AI behaviors, triggers, and environmental interactions to bring missions and encounters to life.
Collaborate closely with art, engineering, and production teams to ensure alignment with the overall creative vision.
Test, debug, and iterate on levels to improve navigation, combat balance, readability, and progression flow.
Adjust layouts and encounters based on feedback while maintaining performance, clarity, and intended player experience.
Ensure level design supports core gameplay systems, AI behavior, and tactical decision-making throughout missions.
Communicate risks, dependencies, and production constraints clearly to ensure smooth delivery of content.

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