Level Designer

CD PROJEKT RED is a leading Polish video game developer and publisher known for creating critically acclaimed role-playing games such as The Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on delivering immersive storytelling, rich open-world experiences, and high-quality game design. CD PROJEKT RED is committed to innovation in the gaming industry and has established a strong global presence with a dedicated fan base. The company also emphasizes ethical business practices and player-centric approaches in its development and publishing strategies.

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced, talented and creative Senior Level Designer to join our team to work on Cyberpunk 2! Help us bring our ambitious vision of this vibrant open world RPG to life while pushing the bar for narrative-driven experiences ever higher! The person in this position will be responsible for pitching, planning and implementing location blockouts with a focus on melding narrative with compelling and multifaceted gameplay. Level designers will be working in editor with existing meshes and tools, ensuring their cohesive placement and connection to other content within an open-world while also creating and balancing memorable encounters that will thrill and excite our players. Daily responsibilities include designing, prototyping, iterating on and polishing in-game levels, including level geometry, enemy encounters, and other gameplay elements, using proprietary tools and Unreal Engine 5. The role requires crafting unique spaces where gameplay flow and visual composition form memorable experiences, developing within predefined level metrics, and working closely with the lead level designer to ensure levels contribute to gameplay and narrative. The candidate will also help nurture skills across the team and suggest improvements to gameplay systems. Qualifications include at least 7 years of experience as a Level Designer or similar, experience with game editors, Unreal Engine, and 3D packages, and extensive knowledge of Action/RPG titles with FPS emphasis. The role offers a hybrid/in-office or fully remote setup, with remote roles in the US limited to specific states. The position is new, with an estimated annual pay range of $101,200 - $168,300 USD. Benefits include company-paid healthcare, mental health support, paid leave, 401K with matching, gym reimbursement, menstrual leave, parental support, flexible hours, training, a welcome pack, dog-friendly office, diverse environment, casual dress code, and more.

Seeking an experienced Senior Level Designer to craft immersive levels for Cyberpunk 2 using Unreal Engine 5.

United States

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced, talented and creative Senior Level Designer to join our team to work on Cyberpunk 2! Help us bring our ambitious vision of this vibrant open world RPG to life while pushing the bar for narrative-driven experiences ever higher! The person in this position will be responsible for pitching, planning and implementing location blockouts with a focus on melding narrative with compelling and multifaceted gameplay. Level designers will be working in editor with existing meshes and tools, ensuring their cohesive placement and connection to other content within an open-world while also creating and balancing memorable encounters that will thrill and excite our players. Daily responsibilities include designing, prototyping, iterating on and polishing in-game levels, including level geometry, enemy encounters, and other gameplay elements, using proprietary tools and Unreal Engine 5. The role requires crafting unique spaces where gameplay flow and visual composition form memorable experiences, developing within predefined level metrics, and working closely with the lead level designer to ensure levels contribute to gameplay and narrative. The candidate will also help nurture skills across the team and suggest improvements to gameplay systems. Qualifications include at least 7 years of experience as a Level Designer or similar, experience with game editors, Unreal Engine, and 3D packages, and extensive knowledge of Action/RPG titles with FPS emphasis. The role offers a hybrid/in-office or fully remote setup, with remote roles in the US limited to specific states. The position is new, with an estimated annual pay range of $101,200 - $168,300 USD. Benefits include company-paid healthcare, mental health support, paid leave, 401K with matching, gym reimbursement, menstrual leave, parental support, flexible hours, training, a welcome pack, dog-friendly office, diverse environment, casual dress code, and more.Requirements:<ul><li> At least 7 years’ experience as a Level Designer or in a similar role.</li><li> Experience with game editors, Unreal Engine, and/or 3D packages.</li><li> Extensive knowledge of current titles, specifically in the Action/RPG genre with an emphasis on FPS gameplay.</li><li> Excellent understanding of level design fundamentals and the role of level design in the overall player experience.</li><li> Proactive problem-solving skills and effective communication of solutions.</li><li> Ability to create map layouts from simple drawings to fully functional levels in at least one game engine.</li><li> Ability to use all elements of the game world, including level geometry, texturing, lighting, sound, and VFX.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li> Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).</li><li> Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and webinars.</li><li> Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years).</li><li> 401K with employer matching.</li><li> Gym Membership Reimbursement.</li><li> Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off during period pain.</li><li> RED Parents Network — support for working parents, childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.</li><li> Flexible working hours.</li><li> Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, online tutorials, and e-learning classes.</li><li> A welcome pack filled with goodies.</li><li> Dog-friendly office — bring your dog to work.</li><li> International working environment with diverse colleagues.</li><li> Casual dress code.</li></ul>

CD PROJEKT RED

Level Designer Seeking an experienced Senior Level Designer to craft immersive levels for Cyberpunk 2 using Unreal Engine 5. CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced, talented and creative Senior Level Designer to join our team to work on Cyberpunk 2! Help us bring our ambitious vision of this vibrant open world RPG to life while pushing the bar for narrative-driven experiences ever higher! The person in this position will be responsible for pitching, planning and implementing location blockouts with a focus on melding narrative with compelling and multifaceted gameplay. Level designers will be working in editor with existing meshes and tools, ensuring their cohesive placement and connection to other content within an open-world while also creating and balancing memorable encounters that will thrill and excite our players. Daily responsibilities include designing, prototyping, iterating on and polishing in-game levels, including level geometry, enemy encounters, and other gameplay elements, using proprietary tools and Unreal Engine 5. The role requires crafting unique spaces where gameplay flow and visual composition form memorable experiences, developing within predefined level metrics, and working closely with the lead level designer to ensure levels contribute to gameplay and narrative. The candidate will also help nurture skills across the team and suggest improvements to gameplay systems. Qualifications include at least 7 years of experience as a Level Designer or similar, experience with game editors, Unreal Engine, and 3D packages, and extensive knowledge of Action/RPG titles with FPS emphasis. The role offers a hybrid/in-office or fully remote setup, with remote roles in the US limited to specific states. The position is new, with an estimated annual pay range of $101,200 - $168,300 USD. Benefits include company-paid healthcare, mental health support, paid leave, 401K with matching, gym reimbursement, menstrual leave, parental support, flexible hours, training, a welcome pack, dog-friendly office, diverse environment, casual dress code, and more. Level Designer Designer CD PROJEKT RED Video Games Entertainment Software Development Unreal Engine 5 game editors 3D packages 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

The role involves designing, prototyping, and polishing in-game levels, ensuring they enhance gameplay and narrative. The candidate will collaborate with the team to create memorable experiences in an open-world RPG setting.

Senior Encounter Designer

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced, passionate, and talented Senior Encounter Designer to join our Cyberpunk 2 development team. This person will take ownership of working directly with the Lead Encounter Designer and cross-discipline team members to help formulate solutions for and help create memorable gameplay encounters that will thrill and excite our players. Daily responsibilities include working with the Lead Encounter Designer, Quest, Open World, Level Design, Environment, and Gameplay teams to design memorable combat encounters based on predefined narrative, environmental, and gameplay themes. They will adjust quests and locations using NPC setups, interactive objects, loot, and environment to create challenging playthroughs with multiple solutions. The role also involves collaborating with Level Designers and Environmental Artists to ensure level geometry supports combat encounters, mentoring junior designers, and understanding all player verbs to craft experiences catering to various playstyles. The position requires 5+ years of industry experience, knowledge of Unreal or similar tools, experience with Blueprints or visual scripting, and a passion for RPGs and shooters. The role can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote, with remote roles in the US limited to specific states. Benefits include company-paid healthcare, mental health support, paid leave, 401K, gym reimbursement, menstrual leave, support for working parents, flexible hours, training, a welcome pack, dog-friendly office, diverse international environment, casual dress code, and an estimated salary range of $101,200 - $168,300 USD annually.

Seeking an experienced Senior Encounter Designer to create memorable combat encounters for the Cyberpunk 2 game.

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced, passionate, and talented Senior Encounter Designer to join our Cyberpunk 2 development team. This person will take ownership of working directly with the Lead Encounter Designer and cross-discipline team members to help formulate solutions for and help create memorable gameplay encounters that will thrill and excite our players. Daily responsibilities include working with the Lead Encounter Designer, Quest, Open World, Level Design, Environment, and Gameplay teams to design memorable combat encounters based on predefined narrative, environmental, and gameplay themes. They will adjust quests and locations using NPC setups, interactive objects, loot, and environment to create challenging playthroughs with multiple solutions. The role also involves collaborating with Level Designers and Environmental Artists to ensure level geometry supports combat encounters, mentoring junior designers, and understanding all player verbs to craft experiences catering to various playstyles. The position requires 5+ years of industry experience, knowledge of Unreal or similar tools, experience with Blueprints or visual scripting, and a passion for RPGs and shooters. The role can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote, with remote roles in the US limited to specific states. Benefits include company-paid healthcare, mental health support, paid leave, 401K, gym reimbursement, menstrual leave, support for working parents, flexible hours, training, a welcome pack, dog-friendly office, diverse international environment, casual dress code, and an estimated salary range of $101,200 - $168,300 USD annually.Requirements:<ul><li> 5+ years of games industry experience in a developer role.</li><li> Knowledge and experience working with Unreal or similar development toolset.</li><li> Experience working with Blueprints or similar visual scripting languages.</li><li> Experience designing and spearheading development of both bespoke and systemic combat encounters.</li><li> Both analytic and creative thinking abilities.</li><li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design ideas and concepts verbally or with robust documentation.</li><li> Passion for role-playing games and shooters with a clear idea of what makes for a great encounter in those genres.</li><li> A highly collaborative demeanor / attitude.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li> Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).</li><li> Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and well-being webinars.</li><li> Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years).</li><li> 401K with employer matching.</li><li> Gym Membership Reimbursement.</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> Flexible working hours.</li><li> Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes.</li><li> A welcome pack filled with goodies.</li><li> Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch and look after them while working.</li><li> Truly international working environment.</li><li> No dress-code — casual attire.</li></ul>

Senior Encounter Designer Seeking an experienced Senior Encounter Designer to create memorable combat encounters for the Cyberpunk 2 game. CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced, passionate, and talented Senior Encounter Designer to join our Cyberpunk 2 development team. This person will take ownership of working directly with the Lead Encounter Designer and cross-discipline team members to help formulate solutions for and help create memorable gameplay encounters that will thrill and excite our players. Daily responsibilities include working with the Lead Encounter Designer, Quest, Open World, Level Design, Environment, and Gameplay teams to design memorable combat encounters based on predefined narrative, environmental, and gameplay themes. They will adjust quests and locations using NPC setups, interactive objects, loot, and environment to create challenging playthroughs with multiple solutions. The role also involves collaborating with Level Designers and Environmental Artists to ensure level geometry supports combat encounters, mentoring junior designers, and understanding all player verbs to craft experiences catering to various playstyles. The position requires 5+ years of industry experience, knowledge of Unreal or similar tools, experience with Blueprints or visual scripting, and a passion for RPGs and shooters. The role can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote, with remote roles in the US limited to specific states. Benefits include company-paid healthcare, mental health support, paid leave, 401K, gym reimbursement, menstrual leave, support for working parents, flexible hours, training, a welcome pack, dog-friendly office, diverse international environment, casual dress code, and an estimated salary range of $101,200 - $168,300 USD annually. Senior Encounter Designer Designer CD PROJEKT RED Video Games Entertainment Software Development 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

The role involves designing combat encounters, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring junior designers. It requires experience with Unreal Engine, visual scripting, and a passion for RPGs and shooters.

Find Your Dream Remote Job

Filters

Visa Sponsorship