Game (Combat) Designer

Avalanche Studios is looking for a Game (Combat) Designer who will work on our upcoming AAA title Contraband - a co-op smuggler’s paradise game set in the fictional world of 1970s Bayan. Contraband is a brand-new IP published by Xbox Game Studios.
As a Game (Combat) Designer, you will be a key part of enhancing the character and combat efforts, you will primarily design and implement player combat and AI behaviors using our in-house scripting language and tools. Other tasks include participating in design meetings and discussions, documenting features, and game balancing. Your approach will also be collaborative, working closely with other team members of all disciplines to constantly improve the quality of the game experience with a keen focus on elevating the player perspective.
Who you are

• Solid working experience as a Game Designer or in other comparable positions within the games industry.
• Familiarity with designing and creating satisfying combat challenges and engaging player combat experiences.
• Experience from at least one released title containing combat elements.
• Scripting experience/knowledge (Python, LUA or equal).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)

Nice to have

• Experience working with game editors such as UnrealEd/Hammer

• Understanding of programming
• Ability to analyze and understand how existing games are constructed
• Comprehensive knowledge of game design fundamentals
• Player input and accessibility through control schemes and mechanics
• Great analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understands the importance of keeping deadlines, and working towards both high-level vision and specific goals

The Stockholm location
Our Stockholm office is situated in Södermalm, the beating heart of the city’s game industry. It’s a physical representation of our games – the lush vegetation of Just Cause and theHunter: Call of the Wild meets corroded metal straight out of Mad Max. It has everything you need to make it your creative base camp.
Our values
At Avalanche Studios Group, we create worlds beyond limits. But that’s not exclusive to our games, so we’re committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. All Avalanchers have a shared responsibility to create an open work environment where everyone is treated equally and respectfully. Being part of our world is not contingent on your heritage, your gender, or sexual orientation. It’s all about your passion and creativity.
How to apply
To apply for this position, please register below and provide your CV in English. We review applications continuously. All further studio-related information is provided under a non-disclosure agreement.