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Senior Gameplay Designer at 2K | Burnaby, BC

2KBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada
On-site Full-time $75.7K/yr - $135.5K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Qualifications: Proven experience in gameplay design, particularly within sports game development. Strong understanding of AI systems and animation integration. Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of guiding cross-functional teams. Ability to balance creative vision with technical execution. Experience with game design documentation and agile methodologies.

About the job

About Us

Established in 2023, 2K Sports Lab is the latest independent studio within 2K, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of game development to create the next revolutionary sports franchise. Located in Vancouver, BC, we are assembling a world-class team committed to delivering exceptional experiences through bold innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative creativity. We are on the lookout for passionate and ambitious professionals across all domains of game development to help realize this exciting vision. If you thrive on tackling unique challenges and believe you can elevate our team, we encourage you to apply!

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Designer who upholds high standards, possesses a deep passion for authentic sports behavior, and has significant experience in systems design. In this role, you will collaborate with production partners to lead a dynamic team of AI Engineers, Animation Engineers, and Animators, driving the vision and implementation of realistic sports mechanics to develop top-tier gameplay for what promises to be a landmark sports franchise!

As a Gameplay Designer, you will work alongside the Gameplay Design Director to establish a clear vision for a pivotal gameplay area and collaborate with production and technical peers to guide your team in achieving that vision.

Your Responsibilities

  • Act as the 'Product Owner' for your designated gameplay area:

    • Develop a comprehensive understanding of our target players and product objectives.

    • Analyze the competitive landscape thoroughly.

    • Work with the Gameplay Design Director to define the vision for your gameplay area.

    • Team up with producers and technical colleagues to lead your team effectively.

    • Drive the generation and prioritization of your team's backlog.

    • Collaborate with the QA team to enhance the game experience and manage external testing as needed.

    • Assess progress and game quality, working with Production to adjust plans for optimal execution.

  • Design Development:

    • Collaborate with your team to create designs that align with the established feature visions.

    • Engage in our creative processes and produce necessary documentation.

    • Ensure the timely production of design documentation.

About 2K

2K Sports Lab is at the forefront of innovating the sports gaming landscape, dedicated to bringing groundbreaking ideas to life in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Our commitment to excellence fosters a culture of creativity and passion.

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