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Senior Combat Designer, ZeniMax Online Studios
Location: Cockeysville, Maryland
The Senior Combat designer works with the Combat Lead and the rest of the development team in the creation and maintenance of core combat mechanics, character abilities, and combat itemization. They are responsible for maintaining and improving the health of the combat experience including balance, bug fixing, system improvements, and development of new features.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Lead Combat Designer in developing and executing plans to improve and expand the combat experience
Adhere to guidelines and restrictions for combat gameplay as defined by the Lead Combat Designer and Creative Director
Take ownership of the development of specific combat features and improvement efforts, from ideation through delivery to players
Maintain clear and concise documentation for all mechanics, balance, and systems they are responsible for
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the state of combat on the live servers and incorporate that knowledge into development effort
Mentor other designers on the Combat team to improve their design, technical, and communication skills
Actively seek internal and external feedback regarding the Combat product, and work with leadership to identify response actions
Specific areas of responsibility include:
Maintenance and iteration of combat-centric systems such as character stats, progression, itemization rules, and player onboarding
Creation and maintenance of character mechanics, abilities, and items with an eye toward game balance
Proposing and shepherding the development of new gameplay systems
Requirements:
Minimum 3+ years combat design experience on a shipped or live online multiplayer game
Deep expertise in action and RPG combat systems, and what makes them satisfying
Experience designing for both a casual and competitive audience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive within a collaborative environment, and both give and receive constructive feedback
Ability to think logically and break down complex problems, with a strong focus on attention to detail
Confidence working in an environment where specific processes are in place to maintain live game integrity
Experience with scripting tools or languages
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
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