Senior 3D AI Generalist
Global WorldwideSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Video Game DevelopmentIndustries
Requirements
- Proven experience in level design for console and/or PC games
- Strong spatial composition skills and the ability to design stages with player experience in mind
- Ability to fine-tune gameplay based on playtest results (e.g., pacing, difficulty, player guidance)
- Experience creating levels using game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity
- Skill in creating and explaining specifications for effective cross-team collaboration
- Understanding of how to design levels that integrate seamlessly with systems such as combat, progression, and exploration
- Preferred Skills
- Experience in spatial design for 3D action games
- Ability to create event-driven experiences using scripting and triggers
- Knowledge of cameras and visual direction for cinematic level design
- Experience working on development projects with multinational teams
Responsibilities
- Design and Construction of In-Game Level Layouts: Plan and create gameplay spaces that include stage structures, enemy placement, gimmicks, player routes, and exploration elements, crafting engaging experiences for players
- Difficulty Curve and Progression Design: Adjust stage compositions to ensure a natural learning curve and smooth skill progression from the beginning to the end of the game
- Ensuring Narrative and System Consistency: Design seamless level experiences that align with story progression and game systems
- Playtesting and Level Tuning: Conduct user tests and in-development play sessions to verify the fun factor, clarity of routes, and pacing of levels, making continuous improvements based on feedback
- Map Creation and Implementation Using Tools: Use in-engine tools and level editors to create maps, place objects, and handle implementation in accordance with specifications
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the game level designer role?
Required experience includes proven level design for console/PC games, strong spatial composition and player experience design skills, playtest-based tuning ability, game engine experience with Unreal Engine or Unity, specification creation for team collaboration, and integrating levels with combat, progression, and exploration systems.
What are the preferred skills for this position?
Preferred skills include experience in spatial design for 3D action games, creating event-driven experiences using scripts or triggers, cinematic level design using camera and presentation knowledge, and experience with multinational team development.
What is the work location or remote policy for this role?
The studio operates across two locations in Tokyo and Osaka, but specific remote work policy is not detailed.
What is the company culture like at LightSpeed Japan?
The studio offers a flexible and inclusive work environment and welcomes game creators full of talent and passion for pushing the boundaries of game development.
What makes a strong candidate for this game level designer position?
A strong candidate has hands-on level design experience in console/PC games, proficiency in game engines like Unreal or Unity, skills in spatial design and playtesting, and the ability to collaborate via specifications while integrating with other game systems; 3D action game experience is highly preferred.
Tencent
Internet platform for social, gaming, fintech
About Tencent
Tencent is a technology company that focuses on enhancing the daily lives of internet users and assisting businesses in their digital transformation. It operates in various sectors, including social networking, entertainment, fintech, and cloud computing. Tencent's main products include WeChat, a messaging and mobile payment app with over a billion users, and Tencent Games, which produces popular video games like Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile. The company generates revenue through online advertising, subscription services, in-app purchases, mobile payments, and cloud services. Unlike many competitors, Tencent has a diverse business model that allows it to serve both individual users and enterprises effectively. The goal of Tencent is to enrich user experiences and support businesses in their digital journeys.
Shenzhen, ChinaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$31.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise Software, Fintech, AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Risks
Tencent's addition to the US blacklist may affect its operations and partnerships.
Developing Call of Duty mobile version may lead to competitive tensions with Microsoft.
Investment in blockchain exposes Tencent to volatile regulatory environments.
Differentiation
Tencent's WeChat app integrates messaging, social media, and mobile payments seamlessly.
Tencent Games is a global leader with popular titles like Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile.
Tencent Cloud offers scalable solutions for businesses, enhancing digital transformation efforts.
Upsides
Tencent's investment in blockchain technology could enhance its fintech and cloud services.
The Hunyuan-Large language model advances Tencent's AI capabilities in social networking and gaming.
Collaboration with DYXnet on AI solutions opens new avenues in digital transformation services.
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