Technical Designer na Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive is looking for a Technical Designer to join our growing studio.  We have an exciting new project, and are looking for a key hire to lend a hand in the development and execution of gameplay updates on a real time strategy game from an established and beloved franchise.Do you want to build compelling game experiences having designed, prototyped and delivered high profile gameplay systems, features or tools? Do you love working with a team of talented designers, artists and programmers to create ambitious in-game content?  If so, this role could be for you!.

Responsibilities

Prototype, implement, and iterate on gameplay content such as NPC behaviors, interactable objects and player abilities, event hooks for narrative and audio content, scripted sequences, tutorial/help systems, and bug fixing. 

Collaborate with both artists and designers on ways to improve the game content implementation to take advantage of existing technology and drive to the best end result possible.

Collaborate with engineers to improve design workflows and bring gameplay intentions to life while respecting performance and technical constraints.

Work with producers and team leadership to assess requirements and provide effort estimates and updates to help ensure the team reaches its goals successfully

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years in game development, with at least 2 years of Technical Design experience.

Ability to work a hybrid model with ~2 days being spent on-site every week.

Confidence and familiarity with modern text based scripting languages.

Self direction and a proven ability to thrive in a highly dynamic and technical environment.

Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills, including verbal and written skills

Pluses

Shipped at least one product, ideally an RTS game.

Experience playing RTS and other strategy games.

An innovator's heart, keen to create brand new things that haven't been done before.

A love of contributing to high quality, rich gameplay experiences.

Demonstrated passion for entertainment products / media (i.e. comics, movies, novels, etc.)

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