Senior Character Combat Designer at Guerrilla

We are Guerrilla, and we are on the hunt for a talented and enthusiastic Senior Character Combat Designer to join our team. We pride ourselves on creating immersive experiences that resonate with a global audience, and we believe our strength lies in the diverse perspectives our team members bring to the table. If you are passionate about crafting memorable combat systems that feel responsive and rewarding for players of all skill levels, we would love to meet you.

What is this role?

This is a full-time, senior-level position focused on the intricate art of character combat design. You will be instrumental in shaping how our characters move, fight, and interact with the game world. While we are based in Amsterdam, we offer a hybrid work model, and we are fully prepared to provide visa sponsorship and relocation assistance to the right candidate.

What will you do?

• Collaborate with our Lead Combat Designer to build unique, tactical abilities that encourage cooperative play and elevate the overall game experience.
• Work side by side with animators and gameplay programmers in a multi-disciplinary environment to shepherd character abilities from their initial concept all the way to final release.
• Analyze player feedback, gameplay metrics, and various data sets to iterate on and polish our combat designs throughout the development process.

What makes you a great fit?

We are looking for someone with a deep passion for third-person combat and a proven track record in the industry. To be successful in this role, you should have:

• At least 5 years of professional experience as a Combat Designer, including having shipped at least one AAA title where you played a major role in defining player mechanics.
• Strong proficiency with visual scripting tools, such as Node graphs or Blueprints.
• A solid understanding of animation systems and the technical nuances of state replication.
• A hands-on approach to prototyping and a genuine love for playing a wide variety of games to analyze their mechanics.
• Excellent communication skills, a self-motivated mindset, and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback with grace.

What's in it for you?

Joining our team means becoming part of a studio that values your growth and well-being. We offer the following benefits to support your transition and day-to-day work life:

• A flexible hybrid work arrangement that allows you to balance your time between home and our studio.
• Comprehensive visa sponsorship to ensure you can join us without hassle.
• Full relocation assistance to help you settle into your new home.