Senior Gameplay Designer (Enemies/NPC)

<h2>Company Description</h2> <p>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 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/CDPRED" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a> and <a href="https://www.cdprojektred.com/en/blog" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" target="_blank">Beyond the Game Blog</a> where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!</p> <h2>Job Description</h2> <p><strong>CD PROJEKT RED</strong> is looking for a talented and passionate <strong>Senior Gameplay Designer (Enemies/NPC)</strong> to join our team and help us develop a new game in the Witcher Saga! You will play a crucial role in developing behaviors for our unique NPCs and enemies in order to provide our players with engaging, fun and challenging encounters and interactions. You will also act as a mentor and expert resource in all NPCs and enemies related matters. If you are ready to take on such a challenge, don’t hesitate and apply! :) </p> <p><strong>Daily Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Design and implementation of NPCs, and enemies behavior subsystems.</li> <li>Collaboration with designers, programmers and other project stakeholders to develop and refine mechanics that enhance player immersion and satisfaction.</li> <li>Designing and prototyping unique enemy, NPC and character companions behaviors, reactions, abilities and weaknesses - both humans and monsters.</li> <li>Iterating on behavior through playtesting and feedback, to create engaging and dynamic experiences.</li> <li>Creation of clear and detailed documentation for AI subsystems.</li> <li>Acting as a subject matter expert, mentoring the team. </li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li>At least 6 years of professional experience in a similar role, preferably in RPG/Action titles with melee-oriented combat. </li> <li>Proven success in creating compelling and innovative gameplay mechanics.</li> <li>Understanding programming/scripting NPCs behavior design and experience with game editors and game design tools.</li> <li>Experience in working with Unreal Engine 4 and/or Unreal Engine 5. </li> <li>Openness to receiving and giving feedback about your work.</li> <li>Ability to include others in the design process.</li> <li>Mentoring experience. </li> <li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-disciplinary teams and openness for changes &amp; experimentation.</li> <li>Passion for games and a good sense of humor are appreciated!</li> </ul> <h2>Additional Information</h2> <p><strong>Working mode</strong></p> <ul> <li>Hybrid: working from our Warsaw studio.</li> <li>Remote: working remotely from a location with a maximum +/- 3h time difference to Warsaw time zone.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Health &amp; Well-Being</strong></p> <ul> <li>Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.</li> <li>Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.</li> <li>Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company.</li> <li>Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives.</li> <li>Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.</li> <li>Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.</li> <li>RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.</li> <li>RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Perks &amp; Professional Growth</strong></p> <ul> <li>A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.</li> <li>Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!</li> <li>REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.</li> <li>Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!</li> </ul> <p><strong>Social Activities &amp; Life in the Office</strong></p> <ul> <li>Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.</li> <li>Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.</li> <li>Healthy selections — ​​canteens.</li> <li>Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.</li> <li>Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. <a href="https://cdpred.ly/headquarters" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" target="_blank">Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog</a>.</li> <li>A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.</li> <li>An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.</li> <li>No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Estimated pay range for this position:</strong> 20 100 – 31 790 PLN gross monthly.<br /> Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.</p> <p><em>If you have observed any irregularities in our recruitment process please click <a href="https://www.cdprojekt.com/en/esg/share-your-opinion/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" target="_blank">here</a> to report them.</em></p>