Recruiter
On-site
Contractor
#Human Resources
#Gaming
#Recruitment
#Sourcing
#Stakeholder Management
#Communication
ABOUT THIS POSITION
We are seeking an Intermediate Recruiter with a minimum of 3 years of experience recruiting in the gaming industry for a six month contract. In this role, you will partner with hiring managers and studio leaders to source, attract, and hire top talent across all video game-related roles—from artists and animators to engineers, designers, and production staff. You will play a key role in ensuring a smooth, engaging candidate experience while driving our talent strategy forward.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for a wide range of roles within game development (art, design, programming, production, QA, publishing, and support functions).
- Partner with hiring managers to understand team needs, role requirements, and success profiles.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract diverse, high-quality candidates, including passive talent.
- Screen, interview, and assess candidates while ensuring alignment with role requirements and studio culture.
- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines to support future hiring needs.
- Coordinate and facilitate interviews, feedback sessions, and candidate debriefs.
- Provide a best-in-class candidate experience from first contact through offer acceptance.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Represent the company at industry events, career fairs, and networking opportunities.
- Contribute to employer branding initiatives to showcase Digital Extremes as an employer of choice in the gaming industry.
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, in the video game industry.
- Proven track record in recruiting for a variety of game development roles (technical, creative, and operational).
- Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, social platforms, networking, and industry-specific channels.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment metrics.
PREFERRED EXTRAS
- Experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring initiatives.
- Knowledge of international recruitment and immigration processes.
- Experience working in a fast-paced studio or tech environment
“Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.”
ABOUT DIGITAL EXTREMES
Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe®, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe®, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.
Digital Extremes is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
For more information and exciting news related to Digital Extremes, please visit www.digitalextremes.com.
WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES
At Digital Extremes, we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community.
Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.
JOIN US
At Digital Extremes, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the respect we show one another. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process.
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