Posted 7 days ago
Gameplay Designer 2 [AQ-25835]
@ Aquent
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Aquent is hiring a Gameplay Designer 2 on a contract basis for a globally recognized interactive entertainment studio. The role designs missions, game modes, combat systems and scripted events, implemented in Unreal Engine and developed with cross-discipline teams.
Responsibilities:
- Design missions, game modes and gameplay systems
- Implement and debug gameplay in Unreal Engine
- Own design quality of assigned missions and systems
- Collaborate with designers, artists and programmers
- Document designs and present work to design leads
Requirements summary:
- Experience with visual scripting or scripting languages
- Solid game design fundamentals
- Practical experience with gameplay systems in levels
- Proficiency with level editors
- Strong communication and organizational skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Software development |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
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Aquent
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We help guide businesses toward the talent, technology, and services they need to create a better future of work.
Full company description
Aquent is the leading global work solutions company helping guide businesses toward the talent, technology, and services they need to excel. From specialty recruiting and talent experience to creative strategy and project management, we’re making the future of work better for everyone. Our brands include Aquent Talent, Aquent Studios, Aquent RoboHead, Aquent Scout, Aquent Sustainability, Aquent Employer of Record, and Aquent Gymnasium. Based in the U.S. with locations in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, and the U.K., we are positioned to deliver the solutions you need to unlock your global potential. Learn more at aquent.com.
- LinkedIn followers
- 920,250
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,914
- Reported office locations
- 501 Boylston St, Third Floor, Boston, MA 02116, US
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- Level 13, 460 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, AU
- Tokyo, JP
- London, GB
- Berlin, DE
- Amsterdam, NL
- Paris, FR
- Other recorded names
- Aquent LLC
- Aquent HR International
- Aquent
- Specialties
- Employer of Record Services
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Freelance Recruitment
- Extended Workforce Services
- Marketing Talent
- Creative Talent
- Marketing Staffing
- Creative Staffing
- Web Development
- Staffing
- Web Development Staffing
- UX Staffing
- Professional Development
- Content Marketing
- Creative Studio
- UI Staffing
- UI
- UX
- Web Development Staffing
- and Project Management Cloud Solution
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
Aquent is the leading global work solutions company helping guide businesses toward the talent, technology, and services they need to excel. From specialty recruiting and talent experience to creative strategy and project management, we’re making the future of work better for everyone. Our brands include Aquent Talent, Aquent Studios, Aquent RoboHead, Aquent Scout, Aquent Sustainability, Aquent Employer of Record…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Boston, MA |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Employer of Record ServicesDigital MarketingGraphic DesignFreelance RecruitmentExtended Workforce ServicesMarketing TalentCreative TalentMarketing StaffingCreative StaffingWeb Development |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 21 |
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About The Company
Aquent is proud to partner with a pioneering force in the gaming industry, celebrated for pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment and delivering groundbreaking, globally acclaimed titles. Known for a vibrant culture that champions creativity, excellence, and collaboration, this studio is dedicated to crafting immersive worlds and compelling narratives. By joining this team, you will be part of a passionate group of creators shaping the future of play.
The Opportunity
In this dynamic role, you will play a pivotal part in bringing ambitious design visions to life. You will take ownership of key gameplay elements, from conceptualizing engaging missions and game modes to refining combat systems and scripted events. Working alongside a talented, multi-disciplinary team of artists, programmers, and designers, you will iterate on gameplay mechanics to deliver polished, high-quality experiences that resonate with players globally.
What You’ll Do
- Ideate, design, and steward the development of engaging missions, compelling game modes, and innovative gameplay systems from concept through to final polish.
- Utilize industry-standard tools, including Unreal Engine, to create, implement, and debug intricate missions and gameplay mechanics.
- Take ownership of the design and quality of assigned missions and gameplay systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of player experience.
- Actively collaborate with a diverse team of designers, technical designers, artists, and programmers to achieve a cohesive and compelling game vision.
- Serve as a key point of contact for various departments, facilitating clear communication and integration across disciplines.
- Implement memorable challenges, dynamic combat encounters, clear objectives, and impactful scripted events within the game engine.
- Participate in regular critique sessions, providing constructive feedback to continuously elevate design quality.
- Present your work effectively to design leads, adapting quickly to feedback and iterating on designs to achieve optimal results.
- Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation to ensure clarity and consistency throughout the development process.
- Demonstrated experience with visual scripting or scripting languages, showcasing strong technical capability.
- Solid understanding of game design fundamentals, including mechanics, constraints, and narrative integration.
- Proven knowledge and practical experience in implementing and utilizing gameplay systems within game levels.
- Experience working effectively in a collaborative, cross-discipline development environment.
- Proficiency with current scripting languages and level editors.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, fostering clear and effective collaboration.
- Awareness of accessibility and inclusivity within video games and workspace environments.
- Comfortable working with and communicating with other disciplines and teams.
- A proactive approach to identifying and improving workflows and pipelines.
- A positive, collaborative, and team-centric mindset.
- A genuine passion for games and the gaming industry.
- Experience with Unreal Engine visual scripting.
- Familiarity with game consoles and their associated development tools.
Join a global technology leader driving innovation and empowering people and organizations worldwide to achieve more. Here, you’ll collaborate with passionate, diverse teams to create impactful solutions that shape the future. The culture prioritizes growth, inclusion, and purpose—where your ideas are valued, and your work drives real change. Wherever your passion lies and wherever your career is headed—you’ll play a role in projects that touch billions of lives. With flexible work options and a supportive environment, you’ll have the tools to thrive both personally and professionally. Be part of something that truly matters.
Why work with AQUENT? Check out our awesome benefits: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits
Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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