Principal Game Designer
Core
Strategic creative leadership for partner studio AAA games, defining vision and gameplay pillars while providing hands-on design support.
Role type
Principal Game Designer (Creative Leadership)
Builds
AAA PC and Console shooter or action games for global audiences
Domain
Gaming, Multiplayer Systems, Live-Service
Required skills
AAA game design, multiplayer systems design (PvP/PvE/co-op), game economy and monetization strategy, creative visioning, stakeholder management, travel readiness
Preferred skills
Experience with online multiplayer titles, mentorship of design leadership, balancing player experience with business goals
Technologies
Game engines, design tools
Responsibilities
Collaborate with partner studios on AAA game development, define and protect creative vision and gameplay pillars, provide strategic direction and actionable feedback, identify creative risks and trade-offs, contribute hands-on to design challenges, mentor design leadership, travel to partner studios in Europe
Seniority
Principal, strategic vision & hands-on execution