Technical Game Designer

We are looking to add a Technical Game Designer to our team who will act as a bridge between conceptual game design and code. We need someone who has a deep understanding of shooters and can deliver the intended player experience through technical configuration of characters and weapons.

What are you working on?

• The name of the project(s): Farcana
• Genres: Shooter
• Platforms: PC

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

• Translate documentation from conceptual game designers into technical specifications for code and maintain documentation up-to-date

• Work in Unreal Engine 5:

  • Acceptance and configuration of character and weapon abilities

  • Shooting mechanics setup

  • Character setup (cameras, hitboxes, animations)

  • Game mode configuration

  • Balance adjustments

• Actively participate in playtests, control feature configuration iterations

• Collaborate with other departments on configuration matters (code, animations, game designers, technical artists, etc.)

• Manage features from concept to completed configuration

What kind of professional are we looking for?

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Technical Game Designer (or at least 1 year in the shooter genre)

• Proficiency in UE 5 Blueprint (able to accept and configure features from code, adjust cameras, hitboxes, etc.)

• Experience writing technical documentation and requests for code

• Familiarity with version control systems

• Experience testing and iterating feature configurations

• Willingness to work based on conceptual game designer briefs - understanding the required configurations, working through references, and iterative approvals

• Initiative in improving the feel of the configurable feature, with a focus on player experience

• Attention to detail in both documentation and engine work

• Passion for shooter games and high proficiency in playing them

Nice to Have:

• Experience with third-person shooters

• Experience with ability shooters

• Strong mathematical skills

• Released features - configured features released in a release or own projects on UE5

Why do we enjoy working here?

• Remote work from anywhere with the option to relocate to the Abu-Dhabi office

• An excellent team with passionate members and a toxicity-free environment

• A startup spirit

• The chance to influence the project's success

Welcome to Farcana, a leading name in the AAA shooter gaming industry. As a member of our dynamic and passionate team, you will part of a movement in general that main goal to redefine gaming experiences for millions across the globe. Based in the vibrant city of Dubai, our company stands at the intersection of innovation, art, and technology, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence.

We're not just creating games; we're creating worlds. The main focus on intricate gameplay, immersive storylines, and groundbreaking technology.

Our team is heart of our mission, so ensuring that we`re attracting the industry's brightest minds. Together, as one unified team, we strive to build an environment where innovation thrives, creativity is celebrated, and every team member feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work.

Welcome to a world of limitless possibilities. Welcome to a board Farcana.