Talent.com
Hothead Games
Senior Level Designer (Remote Canada)Hothead Games • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Senior Level Designer (Remote Canada)

Senior Level Designer (Remote Canada)

Hothead Games • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Please note we will be hiring for this role in the near future (next couple weeks). This posting is an expression of interest

Job Description: We are seeking Senior Level Designers to join our team and contribute to the development of our upcoming open-world action-adventure game, which will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in level design, a deep understanding of open-world game mechanics, and proficiency with the Unity game engine.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop engaging, immersive, and visually stunning levels for an open-world action-adventure game with driving elements.
  • Collaborate with the design, art, and programming teams to create a cohesive and compelling game world.
  • Implement level design using the Unity game engine, ensuring that levels are fun, challenging, and aligned with the game's vision.
  • Create detailed level layouts, including terrain, architecture, and interactive elements.
  • Design and implement mission structures, side quests, and dynamic events within the game world.
  • Balance and fine-tune gameplay to provide a satisfying experience for players across multiple platforms.
  • Work closely with the art team to ensure visual consistency and quality in level design.
  • Playtest and iterate on level designs based on feedback from internal testing and user research.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • + years of experience in level design, with a focus on open-world games
  • Proficiency in the Unity game engine and experience with multiplatform development (PlayStation, Xbox, PC, mobile).
  • Strong understanding of game mechanics, level flow, and player psychology.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and critically.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of current trends in the gaming industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with driving mechanics and vehicle-based gameplay.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (C preferred).
  • Familiarity with game development tools such as Maya, Blender, or similar.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile, multiplatform game project.
  • Flexible work environment (remote work options available).
  • Professional development opportunities and career growth.
  • Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
Create a job alert for this search

Senior Level Designer (Remote Canada) • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Similar jobs

Senior Level Designer

Blackbird InteractiveVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a w... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote E-Learning Designer — Articulate 360 Expert

AquentVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A well-known Canadian client is seeking an experienced E-Learning Developer with a strong background in Articulate 360.The role involves designing and developing engaging e-learning courses that me... Show more

 • Promoted

Service Designer - Senior

VLink IncVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Full-time

Vice President – Sales, Public Sector at VLink Inc.City, State: Edmonton, AB/Remote role.The Service Designer(s) will be responsible for activities such as review, discovery, prioritization, protot... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Webflow Designer & Project Lead

HPPYVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A digital solutions agency is seeking a Webflow Designer and Project Manager to ensure seamless project execution from conception to launch.The ideal candidate will possess exceptional UX/UI design... Show more

 • Promoted

Service Designer - Senior (Remote) JP764

PathlionVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

Service Designer – Data and Analytics.We are seeking a Service Designer to support a centre of excellence that delivers services enabling data access, analytics, and innovation to support data‑info... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Learning Designer Hybrid Role

lululemonVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Full-time

Elevate your career as a Senior Learning Designer, focusing on strategic learning solutions within a collaborative, hybrid environment.Develop cutting-edge education programs for a diverse workforc... Show more

 • Promoted

Mobile Level Designer: Arcade/RPG (Remote)

MegaZebra GmbHVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A mobile game development company is seeking a Level Designer based in Montréal or North America.This role involves crafting engaging levels for a new arcade-RPG hybrid game, utilizing analytics to... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Designer - SaaS for Construction (Remote, CA)

Bamboo CrowdVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A series-A startup in the SaaS industry is seeking a Senior Product Designer to work remotely in Canada.You'll collaborate closely with the Head of Design, making impactful design decisions and ite... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Designer, Customer Insights

MuralVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Full-time

At Mural, we’re reimagining how teams think and create together.The Design and Research team brings clarity to complexity, shaping experiences that help people collaborate, ideate, and solve proble... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Designer, Remote — Trust & Risk (CTM)

VantaVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A leading cybersecurity firm in Canada seeks a Senior Product Designer to shape the Customer Trust Management product area.The role involves driving design excellence, collaborating with cross-func... Show more

 • Promoted

Contract Learning Experience Designer - Canada

GP Strategies Corporationdelta, bc, ca
Full-time

GP Strategies is looking to expand our learning experience design contractor pool in Canada for projects later in 2026.We are seeking individuals with proven experience working as a learning experi... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Staff Product Designer, Lifecycle & Growth (Remote)

InstacartVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A leading grocery delivery service in Canada is looking for an experienced designer to lead customer experience design.You'll be responsible for shaping designs that drive onboarding and engagement... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Level Designer

BlackbirdVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a w... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Designer

ArcadisVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Full-time

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedic... Show more

 • Promoted

Innovative Senior Web Designer Driving User Experience in Remote Environments

WinonaVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

Shape compelling web designs as a Senior Web Designer, prioritizing user-centered approaches.Leverage remote work flexibility to collaborate and implement high-impact designs that drive user engage... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Designer — Remote (Canada) | Equity

EventbaseVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Remote
Full-time

A leading event technology company is seeking a Senior Product Designer to enhance its platform with user-centered design principles.This remote role involves defining design vision, leading produc... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Product Designer, Clio Docket

ClioBurnaby, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Full-time

We are seeking a Senior Product Designer to join our growing Product Design team.This role is available to candidates across Canada (excluding Quebec) and the US.If you are located near one of our ... Show more

 • Promoted

Sr. Experience Designer

Electronic ArtsVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Full-time

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world.Here, everyone is part of the story.Part of a community that connects across the globe.A ... Show more