Senior Level Designer at CD PROJEKT RED

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

168300.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Level Design, Game Development, 3D Tools, Game Design Systems, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Curiosity, Positive Attitude, Procedural Systems, Multiplayer Games, Artistic Background, Lighting, Sound, VFX, Collaboration, Documentation

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description CD PROJEKT RED is seeking an experienced, talented and creative Senior Level Designer to join our team working on Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set within the world of The Witcher. Help us bring our vision to life while exploring and advancing gameplay spaces and combat encounters. Responsibilities: Design, prototype, and iterate, and polish our maps, including level geometry, blockouts, encounters, and other gameplay elements. Craft unique spaces for encounters, traversal and systemic gameplay where level flow and visual composition form memorable experiences. Develop and work within predefined player and world metrics to create spaces. Cooperate closely with Lead Level Designer and Level Artists to ensure created levels contribute to and enhance the gameplay experience. Collaborate with Quest team to create spaces that enhance quest flow and bring the story of the game world to life. Work with Lead Level Designer to support the growth of members on the Level Design team through Sirius’s development. Maintain Level Design documentation for systems, metrics and design approaches. Contribute ideas for improving gameplay systems and principles, while remaining receptive to the feedback of others. Collaborate with Art and Design teams to ensure functional and visual consistency across both hand-crafted and procedurally generated environments. Qualifications Qualifications 5+ years of experience in level design or similar role in AAA game development. Experience with building game levels using 3D tools (UE, Unity, Maya, Blender, or similar). Knowledge of game design systems and level design elements and how they align. Ability to use all elements of the game world, including level geometry, texturing, lighting, sound and VFX to craft unique player experiences. Strong ability to problem solve both collaboratively and independently. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Curiosity, kindness and a positive and professional can-do attitude. Nice to have: (Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position) Experience with UE5. Experience with procedural systems, especially for environments. Experience working with scripted quest or narrative content. Experience with multiplayer AAA games. Artistic background in 2D or 3D. Additional Information The application window for this position will close by 04/30/2026. This job can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote. Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin. Health & Well-Being Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental). Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars. Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years). 401K with employer matching. Gym Membership Reimbursement. Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain. RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events. Perks & Professional Growth Flexible working hours. Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. Life in the Office Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet. Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. This position is a new role. Estimated pay range for this position: $101,000 - $168,300 USD annually At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location. If you've observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process, please click here to report them anonymously. #LI-Remote

Responsibilities

Design, prototype, and iterate on maps, including level geometry and gameplay elements. Collaborate with various teams to enhance gameplay experience and maintain documentation.