Junior Level Designer

1 Week ago • 1-2 Years • Level Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Black Shamrock, a Virtuos studio, seeks a Junior Level Designer in Dublin to collaborate on AAA gaming projects. Responsibilities include creating engaging game levels aligned with the game vision, documenting level layouts and mechanics, implementing designs in Unreal Engine 5, integrating gameplay elements using Blueprints, and collaborating with the development team. The ideal candidate possesses a solid understanding of level design principles, proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 and Blueprints, and a passion for game development. The role involves working across various game genres and adhering to studio best practices while receiving mentorship from experienced staff.
Must have:
  • Experience in level design for video games or related degree
  • Portfolio showcasing level design and Unreal Blueprints proficiency
  • Passion for games across multiple genres
  • Solid grasp of game design mechanics and principles
  • Fluency in English
Good to have:
  • Experience on a published video game or game mods
  • Expertise in other game design areas
  • Completion of official Unreal training programs
Perks:
  • Work on AAA titles
  • Growth opportunities
  • Healthy work-life balance
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive healthcare
  • Pension scheme
  • Global training and development
  • Relocation support

Job Details

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PLAY, GROW and WIN

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.  

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004. 

Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.

 

About the Position:

Black Shamrock is looking for a Junior Level Designer to join our Dublin team and collaborate on a range of exciting gaming projects with teams around the world.
Candidates must demonstrate a solid understanding of level design principles and possess a keen aptitude for creative problem-solving and critical analysis. The successful applicant will play an active role throughout the game development process while enhancing their skills under the guidance of our experienced staff.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about crafting engaging and immersive game levels across various genres and is enthusiastic about sharing this passion and collaborating effectively within a team environment.
 

Responsibilities

  • Create innovative and engaging game levels, ensuring alignment with the overall game vision, as directed by Design leadership. 
  • Help in documenting level layouts, gameplay mechanics and other design content. 
  • Use Unreal Engine 5 to implement level designs as instructed by Design leadership. 
  • Implement levels from paper design to greybox, and through to final gameplay layout. 
  • Integrate gameplay elements into game levels using engine tools, e.g. Unreal Blueprints. 
  • Work closely with the entire game development team to ensure that game levels accurately reflect the intended design features, quality goals and maintain great player experiences. 
  • Stay updated on the latest trends in games and gain insights based on these trends. 
  • Follow studio best practice in all aspects of work and accept and act on feedback. 

Qualifications

Must Have: 

  • The ability to demonstrate experience in level design for video games and/or a 3rd-level qualification in game design or a related field. 
  • A portfolio showcasing proficiency in level layout, level design, and in-engine implementation, as well as an understanding of Unreal Blueprints. 
  • A passion for playing and understanding games of multiple genres. 
  • Solid grasp of game design mechanics and principles, with an ability to critique and analyse games. 
  • Fluency in both written and spoken English, and comfortable with participating in group video calls. 

 

 

Good to have 

  • Experience in a design role on a published video game or mods for existing games. 
  • Demonstrable expertise in other areas within game design. 
  • Completion of any official Unreal training programs. 


 

About Us

Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with over 3,500 employees across 22 offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high-quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide. Visit  to find out how we can make games better, together. 
About Our Team
Black Shamrock was founded in 2016 and acquired by the Virtuos Group in 2017. The studio is Ireland’s largest PC and console game development studio and provides unique opportunities to work on multiple AAA titles. Our people are as diverse, exciting, creative, and dynamic as the projects that we work on. Black Shamrock is a place for talent to flourish and lifelong industry connections to begin.
Our in-house and full-service capabilities include narrative, game, sound and level design, animation, art, rigging, engineering, and graphics, to name a few areas our skilled team members work on. At Black Shamrock, we take pride in helping put Dublin on the world map as the birthplace of award-winning AAA games.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Being part of one of the largest and fastest-growing game development studios in Ireland
• Dynamic career paths contributing to some of the world’s biggest AAA titles in gaming
• Opportunities to grow in a tight-knit community with a people-oriented culture
• Healthy work-life balance and flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive company healthcare plan
• Occupational Pension Scheme (including employer contribution)
• Global training and development plans - study support, formal education, international experience, career planning and progression opportunities
• Bank for paid sick leave and wellness leave
• Subsidised leave
• Relocation support
• Taxsaver plans
• Career and international mobility opportunities with Virtuos Internal Mobility Program
People matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds.

Job Info

  • Job Function Identification 891
  • Posting Date 02/12/2025, 03:46 PM
  • Locations Ireland, Dublin (Hybrid)
  • Job Function Schedule Full time
  • Linkedin Tags #LI-BSD #LI-RE1

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