Level Designer

Dark Passenger is an independent, polish game development studio, founded by the co-creators of The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, and numerous indie titles. Our mission is to craft captivating, long-lasting multiplayer experiences that inspire and engage new generations of players.

Guided by the rebellious anti-corporate spirit, we are committed to fostering an environment that prioritizes both excellence and the well-being of our team. We believe in setting ambitious goals while providing the best possible working conditions.

We invite you to join us in developing a fresh and edgy multiplayer stealth-action PvPvE game set in the troubled times of feudal Japan. If you’re passionate about pushing the boundaries of gaming and want to be part of a dynamic, innovative team, Dark Passenger is the place for you.

Duties:

• Creating drafts and blockouts of locations for competitive multiplayer FPP game
• Designing small and large, multi-story structures (interiors and exteriors)
• Designing rich and complex open-world sectors combining architecture and nature
• Creating solutions fully supporting advanced combat and parkour movement
• Designing sections for interactive NPC’s (including creating paths and workspots)
• Working in constant cooperation with other members of the team

Requirements:

• Experience in Unreal Engine 5 (good understanding of tools and methods)
• Advanced knowledge of Level Design principles
• Good understanding of competitive multiplayer games (especially the factors that influence competition, cooperation and exploration)
• Ability to build complex blockouts (from tight interiors to large and open exteriors)
• Good understanding of player behavior, habits and playstyles
• Proficiency in chosen 3D modeling software: ability to create blockout assets
• Good communication skills, ability to work in collaboration with others and within deadlines
• Proactive, problem-solving attitude
• English language skills (we communicate in Polish/English)
• Nice to have:
• Experience working on First Person Perspective games
• Experience working on Multiplayer games
• Good understanding of architecture, composition, color theory and lighting
• Experience with third-party software tools and plugins

Our Offer:

• Fair salary based on your skill and experience
• Yearly Bonus: participation in 10% of the revenue from game sales after game release
• Preferable form of the contract: B2B, UoD, UoP
• Private health care
• Extra budget for courses and workshops
• Flexible working hours (core hours: 10 am - 4 pm)
• Preferable working method: stationary (in our cozy studio located in the cultural heart of Warsaw, Poland), or remotely
• 26 vacation days, regardless of your seniority or type of contract
• Although we avoid overtime, we value it at 150%/200% (working day/weekend)
• Working with an experienced, dynamic team, in a friendly, respectful environment

Send your application to:
join@darkpassenger.eu

When applying to this position, title your message:
Recruitment / Level Designer

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“I hereby give consent for my personal data to be processed by Dark Passenger for the purpose of conducting recruitment for the position for which I am applying.”