Position Summary:AGBO is looking for a
Senior Technical Game Designer to own major gameplay features from concept to launch to shape the player experience. You'll own the design and implementation of key features in Unreal Engine, from early prototype to polished, shipped experience, and work closely with designers and cross-disciplinary partners to focus the team on what matters most to players.
Key Responsibilities:- Own the design vision, technical strategy, and documentation for major gameplay features, taking them from concept through launch
- Architect and implement gameplay systems directly in Unreal Engine using Blueprints; Partner with engineering, animation, VFX and sound to deliver high-impact player experiences
- Lead collaborative, iterative prototyping that moves early concepts to polished, in-engine execution
- Drive playtesting initiatives, synthesize player feedback, and develop scalable solutions to complex design challenges
- Influence big-picture decisions and align with fellow designers on the opportunities that will have the greatest impact on the player experience
- Lead projects and guide the direction of features across disciplines while remaining hands-on in the build
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Skills:- 5-8 years of professional game design experience, with multiple shipped titles and experience operating at a senior level
- Strong hands-on experience implementing gameplay in Unreal Engine, including Blueprints
- Strong expertise in multiplayer game design, systems, and player interaction models
- Deep understanding of player motivation and behavior, and a passion for games across genres with awareness of evolving player expectations and industry trends
- Highly adaptable and solutions-oriented, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and lead through shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated experience aligning cross-disciplinary teams and influencing decisions at scale
Additional Information:- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- This role is based in Raleigh, NC, and we are primarily seeking candidates who are currently located in the area or are open to relocating. In-person collaboration with our technical and creative teams is essential to the success of this position.
The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent to this position.
