Technical Designer
Work with our client, an international AAA Studio, to collaborate with feature teams on designs of systems and mechanics.
Our Mission
Radical Forge is a Middlesborough, UK-based developer that has provided co-development services on a range of AAA and indie titles. In 2021 the company created their first original IP, 'Brightpaw', which was published on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One/Series S/X, Google and iOS by Rogue Games.
Since its beginnings in 2017, the company has grown to over 70 incredibly talented, collaborative, and creative individuals. We are the sum of our skills, passion, and, most of all, our people. We firmly believe that treating individuals with genuine respect, understanding, and kindness creates a welcoming culture that allows creativity to thrive and for individuals to join together to create games they are genuinely proud of.
Your Mission
•Collaborate with feature teams on designs of systems and mechanics with a focus on implementation approach
•Prototype modular gameplay pieces to be used to propagate gameplay features throughout the world
•Provide support in determining usability and extensibility of production content workflows
Ideal Applicant
• Experience working with scripting environments and suites
• Hands-on experience implementing gameplay elements and game content
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-discipline development environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to write clear, maintainable, portable code.
Skills Summary
•Familiarity with programming languages and environments
•Experience working in popular industry content editors (Unity, Unreal)
•Experience developing a live service and/or open-world game
•Experience working with nascent development tools
•Wide experience working with various areas of design, including combat, narrative, and level design
The role can be based in office or fully remote.
We will require all applicants to have a pre-existing right to work in the UK/EU.
Remote working is only available for those based in the UK/EU with a right to work in the UK/EU.
Interested in the job but don't feel you match the criteria? If you feel passionate about this role or joining the Radical Forge team we would still like to hear from you! We value our company culture, and we’re always looking for creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds to join our team!
Equal Opportunities Promise
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status or veteran status. We will also consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law.
- Department
- Design
- Locations
- Middlesbrough
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Number of open roles
- 2
Radical Benefits
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Open & Honest
We keep our employees in the loop every quarter about where we are heading as a studio and what's going on behind the scenes.
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Flexible Working
We offer flexible work hours with the option to work from home part-time or always.
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Employee Health Benefits
We offer private healthcare, including a cash plan to help with day-to-day health costs such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more.
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First Fridays
Every first Friday of the month, everyone is free to work on group projects, self-directed learning, research games, and share what they've learned.
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Well-being Allowance
Employees are able to claim back up to £50 a month for personal health and well-being costs. This includes gym and sports memberships.
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Fitness Workshops
We regularly have yoga and PT classes for all staff to get involved in. We also run online sessions for remote employees.
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Paid Game Subscription Service
We reimburse our employees for a chosen game subscription service. This can be Switch Online, Xbox Game Pass, Prime Gaming, Apple Arcade or similar.
Our Workplace Culture
We believe everyone does their best work when they enjoy what they are doing. We aim to provide a space where you can help us create the best games possible with a team you can bond with.
Technical Designer
Work with our client, an international AAA Studio, to collaborate with feature teams on designs of systems and mechanics.
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