Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We’ve been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world’s largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what’s next!

The Job

Avalanche, a division of WB Games Inc., is seeking an Advanced Technical Designer to join our team of talented industry veterans working on a new online multiplayer RPG. This person will be a key technical expert within the design team, working closely with design, engineering, and art leadership to prototype and implement high-quality gameplay features for an online multiplayer RPG.

As a generalist expert in Unreal Engine, this person will be responsible for rapid prototyping, technical implementation of complex systems, and establishing best practices for the design team. The ideal candidate is a master of Unreal Engine (especially Blueprints), a strong problem solver, and passionate about helping a design team achieve its vision.

What part will you play?

Lead the creation of rapid prototypes for new gameplay systems and features, allowing for quick iteration and validation.
Collaborate closely with the design team to build complex gameplay systems, supporting tools, and advise on best practices for technical implementation.
Work closely with engineering and technical art teams to ensure the design vision is achieved, is technically sound, and meets performance budgets.
Design, implement, and iterate on complex gameplay features using Unreal Engine Blueprints and other scripting tools.
Mentor other designers on technical design best practices, optimization, and Unreal Engine workflows.
Perform peer reviews for Blueprints and other technical design work, championing a high standard of code and implementation excellence.
Help define and document technical standards for design-created content.

What do we need from you?

8+ years of professional game design experience, with a heavy focus on technical design.
Experience on at least one successfully-published large-scale multiplayer online game title or equivalent.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Computer Science, Game Design) or equivalent work experience.
Expert-level proficiency with the Unreal Engine, especially Blueprints.
Exceptional understanding of all game development disciplines and their inputs into the content pipeline.
Strong problem solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.
Clear, concise, and transparent communicator, with an ability to mentor and explain technical concepts to team members.

Good to Have

A passion for online multiplayer RPGs.
Deep experience with online games and live-service games.
Deep knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in online gaming.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $112,000.00 - $208,000.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Advanced Designer, Technical

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