Marathon Associate Gameplay Designer

Bungie
September 26, 2023
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Offerd Salary:$75,000—$89,000
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Do you love the challenge of designing great gameplay? Are you excited to do the hard work of creating understanding across a large team to what you are trying to achieve, and take them along for the journey through development? Are you fascinated by game feel like camera FOV/shake changes, controller rumble values, and other behind the scenes tuning knobs? Are you a game designer looking to work on AAA games with talented and team-centered people in a diverse team environment? If so, we have the job for you!

As an Associate Gameplay Designer, you will work closely with the entire Runner Gameplay Team designing, crafting, and implementing a robust sandbox of gameplay systems and content. You will collaborate with team members from other disciplines to drive a holistic gameplay experience and you will contribute to the design processes to ensure your work is the very best it can possibly be.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Help build compelling second-to-second gameplay experiences
  • Collaboratively design, implement and balance top notch abilities gameplay
  • Make the gameplay experience accessible to as many people as possible
  • Work with audio, effects and animation artists to make in-game cause and effect clear to players
  • Execute on features that match the creative direction of the game
  • Exercise strong player empathy to put yourself in the shoes of those with various competencies, desires, and skill levels
  • Take direction and execute on goals
  • REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Intuitive understanding of how second-to-second action games work and why people play them
  • A strong insitinct for game feel with a focus on the mechanics and philosophies that drive it
  • Entry level understanding of game engines, technology and the game development process
  • Experience with many modes of online play
  • Demonstrable self-motivation and initiative
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills
  • Examples of work demonstrating the drive to make great-feeling action gameplay
  • Listed below is this role's base pay range. In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly).

    This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

    In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don't simply do meaningful work - they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: Benefits - Bungie Careers to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.

    Bellevue Pay Range

    $75,000—$89,000 USD

    Bungie full-time (non-contract) employees in the U.S. also receive:

  • 20 days of accrued time-off in the form of PTO and sabbatical days, depending on the level of the position
  • 10 paid Floating Days annually, prorated in the first year of employment based on start date
  • 10 paid Bungie-observed holidays annually
  • One hour of Paid Sick Time (PST) for every 30 hours worked
  • Contract and International FTE employees receive competitive benefits through their relevant contracting agency.

    So you don't meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you're interested in this position but your past experience doesn't line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!

    Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees located outside of CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NJ, NY, OR, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, or WI will need to establish residency in one of the states we are compliant in within 45 days of a start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie's remote policy is subject to change at the company's discretion.

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