Systems Designer (Unannounced project)

Join to apply for theSystems Designer (Unannounced project)role atDPS Games 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theSystems Designer (Unannounced project)role atDPS Games Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from DPS Games DPS Games is a Wargaming studio, proudly backed by the global success of titles like World of Tanks.Based in Guildford, we are part of one of the world’s leading free-to-play PC game companies, with the resources and experience to support ambitious, long-term development. We're currently building our next big project: a collaboration with a world-renowned name, an epic-scale military sci-fi fantasy, free-to-play game focused on delivering cinematic visual quality and a rich, immersive world. Now in the early stages of pre-production and prototyping, we’re looking for a Systems Designer, you will be working within a multidisciplinary team of developers in a global community and can share your knowledge and continue to develop your skill set by learning from your teammates. Reports to Game Designer. What will you do? Design and implement gameplay systems and player abilitiesthat support and enhance the core vision of the game. Balance mechanics and abilitiesto ensure they feel rewarding, fair, and engaging across a wide range of player types and skill levels. Collaborate closely with engineers, animators, VFX, and other designers to bring your systems to life in a technically sound and creatively aligned way. Prototype and iterate in Unreal Engine (Blueprints)to quickly validate ideas and tune gameplay feel. Author clear, concise documentationand effectively communicate your designs to internal teams and external development partners. Use internal playtests, player feedback, and telemetry totune, refine, and evolveyour systems over time. What are we looking for? Proven experience as aSystems Designerin the games industry. Strong understanding ofcombat gameplay and system interactions . Experience designing, implementing, andbalancing abilities or player-facing systems . Skilled inUnreal Engine (Blueprints)and working collaboratively with engineering teams to bring features to life. Excellent communication and documentation skills — able to clearly articulate design intent and decisions. Comfortable working from abstract or high-level direction and turning it into meaningful gameplay. What additional skills will help you stand out? Experience working onmultiplayer PvP action games , particularly3rd- or 1st-person . Familiarity withvehicle combat systemsor mixed-mode gameplay. Shipped or contributed to alive or free-to-play title , especially in a systems or combat-focused role. Strong balancing experience acrosscombat systems and player abilities . Prior experience collaborating withdistributed development teamsacross time zones. Hybrid - 3 days of work from the Guildford office. This role is not eligible for relocation/immigration support. Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Guildford include: 5 weeks of Annual Leave per calendar year - increasing over time to a maximum 30 days per year, with the ability to buy up to an additional 5 days through our holiday buy scheme Additional paid time off (Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave) Sick Leave Compensation and enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Benefits Dog-friendly office Onsite canteen (with an endless supply of free snacks and drinks) Video games area Family coverage for Private Medical Insurance (pre-existing conditions are covered), Life Insurance, Pension scheme offering a matched 4% tax free employee contribution Wellbeing perks (Mental Health Days, Dedicated Well-being room, Team of Mental Heath First Aiders) Career development and education opportunities within the company Employee discounts via Perkbox Personal Wargaming Gaming Account Company events (including events for partners/children) Seniority Awards Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward DPS Games, a Wargaming company, is one of the main European hubs for game development with 25 years of experience on the market To learn more about our studio in Guildford, follow this link:Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review. 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Created: 2025-07-12