Lead Game Designer

at  SkyBox Labs

WHO IS SKYBOX LABS?

Recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers (2024), SkyBox Labs is a game development studio that works on some of the world’s most iconic games. The studio is currently co-developing Halo Infinite, working on projects in the Minecraft universe, supporting the dev team at Bungie on Destiny, supporting development of Fallout 76, and working on original IP. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing game studios, since our inception in 2011, SkyBox Labs has evolved from a group of 8 people to a team of over 270+ Engineers, Artists, Animators, Designers, Producers, and more! Join us in our Burnaby studio, or have the opportunity to work remotely within Canada for certain designated projects.

• Collaborate with the senior directors to provide clear design direction, feedback, and support to the design team, ensuring delivery of high-quality work in line with the project goals
• As a hands-on leader, conceptualise and create innovative and engaging gameplay features and gameplay modes that align with the game’s vision and objectives
• Identify potential risks and challenges in the design process, developing strategies to mitigate them
• Rapidly prototype and iterate on gameplay ideas and mechanics to test and refine concepts, gathering feedback and making data-driven decisions to find the fun
• Work hand-in-hand with artists, engineers, and producers to refine and elevate game design elements
• Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation for a variety of audiences that communicates the goals and guidelines
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Prioritise the studio’s projects and goals, contributing as a hands-on designer and foregoing leadership responsibilities as required