Senior Gameplay Designer

CD PROJEKT SA

. Design, implement, and iterate on features, mechanics, and core gameplay systems for Cyberpunk 2 .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • Boston • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $112,200 - $185,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing innovative gameplay mechanics for AAA games, with a strong focus on collaboration and adaptability in a cross-discipline environment. Possesses a deep understanding of game design trends and a passion for the cyberpunk genre.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AAA Game Design ExperienceGameplay Mechanics DevelopmentUnreal Engine 4/5Cross-Discipline CollaborationAdaptability to Project Needs

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Hard Skills

Gameplay Systems DesignPrototypingGame BalancingGame Mechanics AnalysisInnovative Design Proposals

Soft Skills

Collaborative ApproachPositive AttitudeWillingness to ExperimentCommitment to Quality

Industry Keywords

Cyberpunk GenreOpen World GamesRoleplaying GamesAction GamesCD PROJEKT RED Knowledge

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and iterate on features, mechanics, and core gameplay systems for Cyberpunk 2
Propose innovative and engaging designs aligned with the game's direction
Analyze, pitch, prototype, develop, and balance moment-to-moment gameplay, abilities, and mechanics
Collaborate and produce in a cross-discipline environment
Build and refine designs over time using internal and external feedback
Remain current on industry trends, including new game genres, game design methods and techniques, and audio-visual excellence
Report to the Lead Gameplay Designer

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional experience in the AAA game industry in a game design role
Proven success creating compelling and innovative gameplay mechanics
Experience developing shooters, open world, roleplaying and/or action games
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and evolving project needs
Willingness to experiment
Commitment to high-quality work
Positive and collaborative approach
Experience with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5 (nice to have, not required)
Experience working across multiple stages of AAA game production (nice to have, not required)
Deep knowledge of CD PROJEKT RED games and other narrative or role-playing-focused games (nice to have, not required)
Passion for the cyberpunk genre and games (nice to have, not required)
Candidates for US remote roles must reside in one of the specified eligible US states or Canada
Successful candidates must complete a background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars
Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
401(k) / RRSP with employer matching
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month for fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more
Menstrual leave — one extra day off when experiencing period pain
RED Parents Network — support for working parents
Flexible working hours
Trainings, lectures, and courses, including internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes
Welcome pack filled with goodies
Dog-friendly office
Truly international working environment
No dress-code
Relocation assistance for US-based candidates