Principal Game Designer – Shooter Genre Specialist

Tencent Cloud

. Define and refine best-in-class minute-to-minute gameplay experiences, including controls, movement, and visual, audio, and haptic player feedback .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in game design with a focus on creating engaging gameplay systems, particularly in shooter games. Proven ability to lead design initiatives, analyze market trends, and collaborate with global teams to enhance player experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Of Experience In Game DesignLead Designer On Large-Scale Game ProjectsProven Success In Shooter GamesExpertise In Level Design And 3CStrong Communication And Collaboration Skills

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Hard Skills

Gameplay Systems DesignLevel DesignCombat Design3C FeelPlayer Engagement SystemsMission Structure DesignProgression LoopsDesign DocumentationDesign ModelingGame Analysis

Soft Skills

Structured ThinkingCreative Problem SolvingSupportive Approach

Industry Keywords

GaaS SystemsGlobal Market SuitabilityPlayer CommunitiesThought LeadershipIndustry Events

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and refine best-in-class minute-to-minute gameplay experiences, including controls, movement, and visual, audio, and haptic player feedback
Build scalable gameplay systems covering combat, character control, level interaction, mission flow, progression, and long-term engagement loops
Lead design evaluation and strategic improvement of live service, 3C, combat/system design, level design, mission structure, world interaction, and player progression
Analyze leading global shooter, casual competitive, and RPG games and convert insights into reusable design frameworks
Set design benchmarks for core projects, including 3C, system interaction, and world exploration pacing
Work with project teams to solve critical design problems involving GaaS systems, gameplay innovation, and economy balance
Review prototypes and milestone builds for fun, distinctiveness, and global-market suitability
Provide hands-on design consultation, especially for shooter-related challenges and selected casual and RPG projects
Identify genre opportunities, product risks, and improvement areas through expert review, structured feedback, and design modeling
Represent Tencent at industry events such as GDC and Devcom
Use industry reputation and network to connect with global design talent and strengthen Tencent’s influence in game development

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in game design
At least the past 5 years as a lead designer or core systems owner on globally recognized large-scale game projects
Proven success in shooter games
Practical experience in level design, 3C, combat design, and/or gameplay systems design
Strong industry recognition, ideally demonstrated through thought leadership and speaking engagements at major industry conferences or forums
Ability to design systems from the ground up supporting long-term player engagement
Deep understanding of combat, progression, mission structure, exploration, social interaction, player creativity, and long-term retention gameplay loops
Strong expertise in 3C feel, including responsiveness, combat impact, camera, and audiovisual feedback
Understanding of hardcore players, competitive fairness, and player communities
Fluent English
Ability to work effectively with global development teams
Strong structured thinking and ability to turn creative ideas into clear design documents and system models
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Practical and supportive approach

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer fostering a diverse, supportive, and inspiring work environment