Experienced Full Stack Senior Technical Designer – AAA Multi-Platform Game Development at arenaflex

About arenaflex

arenaflex is a leading entertainment company that has revolutionized the way people consume media. With over 278 million paid memberships in over 190 countries, we offer a vast library of TV shows, movies, and video games across various genres and languages. Our mission is to provide an unparalleled entertainment experience, allowing users to play, pause, and resume watching anywhere, anytime, and change their plans at any time.

The Position

We are seeking a seasoned and highly skilled Senior Technical Designer to join our team at arenaflex. As a Senior Technical Designer, you will play a crucial role in helping us develop a brand-new, AAA, multi-platform game. You will partner closely with the layout team to implement features and content in a clever, sturdy, and pragmatic way, acting as a pressure multiplier to extend the capability and ability of the layout crew.

About the Team

Our team is small but ambitious, and we care deeply about the games we create and the people we work with. We value integrity, excellence, admiration, inclusion, and collaboration. If you are passionate about game development and excited about the prospect of working with a talented team, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Leverage your UE knowledge to assist and teach other designers
• Raise the technical capability and rigor of the design team through promoting correct practices
• Proactively seek out workflow and device upgrades
• Assist designers troubleshoot issues and implement solutions
• Implement strong, maintainable content and features in Unreal/Blueprint
• Write design specs, vet them with stakeholders, and make clever changes

Essential Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Unreal Engine and its capabilities (esp. Blueprint, UMG, Animation Blueprint, Gameplay Framework)
• Foundations of 3D math
• Good-sized programming skills with C++
• 2+ years of experience in a technical design position
• 1+ shipped titles in Unreal
• Experience delivering great multiplayer games
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• A passion for game development, incubating, building, and shipping video games

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience in Python, C#, and/or Lua
• Art and animation skills useful for early gameplay prototypes (e.g. the ability to model, rig, and animate simple placeholder meshes)

About the Role

As a Senior Technical Designer at arenaflex, you will have the opportunity to work on a brand-new, AAA, multi-platform game. You will be part of a small but ambitious team of creators who care deeply about the games we create and the people we work with. We value integrity, excellence, admiration, inclusion, and collaboration, and we are looking for someone who shares these values.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At arenaflex, we believe in the importance of continuous learning and growth. As a Senior Technical Designer, you will have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and online courses. You will also have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from game development to game design, and to collaborate with a talented team of creators.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our team is small but ambitious, and we care deeply about the games we create and the people we work with. We value integrity, excellence, admiration, inclusion, and collaboration, and we are looking for someone who shares these values. Our work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, with a focus on innovation and creativity. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, a generous parental leave policy, and a comprehensive health insurance plan.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, a generous parental leave policy, and a comprehensive health insurance plan. We also offer a range of perks, including access to a state-of-the-art game development studio, a generous budget for professional development, and a range of social events and activities.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about game development and excited about the prospect of working with a talented team, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!