Senior Gameplay Designer

CD PROJEKT SA

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

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United States, CanadaSenior💰 $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 and systems for AAA games, with a strong focus on collaboration and adaptability in a cross-discipline environment. Possesses a deep understanding of game design principles and trends, particularly within the cyberpunk genre.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AAA Game Design ExperienceGameplay Mechanics DevelopmentCollaboration in Cross-Discipline TeamsAdaptability to Changing PrioritiesUnreal Engine Experience

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Hard Skills

Gameplay Systems DesignPrototypingGame BalancingGame Mechanics AnalysisInnovative Design Proposals

Soft Skills

Positive ApproachCollaborative MindsetWillingness to ExperimentCommitment to Quality

Tools & Technologies

Unreal Engine 4Unreal Engine 5

Industry Keywords

AAA Game IndustryOpen World GamesRoleplaying GamesAction GamesCyberpunk Genre

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 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
Stay current on industry trends, game genres, 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
Background check required as part of the pre-employment process
Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5 experience is a nice-to-have, not required
Experience across multiple stages of AAA game production is a nice-to-have, not required
Deep knowledge of CD PROJEKT RED games and other narrative or roleplaying-focused games is a nice-to-have, not required
Passion for the cyberpunk genre and games is a nice-to-have, not required

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
Relocation assistance for US-based candidates
Dog-friendly Boston office
Truly international working environment
No dress-code