**Senior Technical Designer, Games Studio at blithequark**
Are you a seasoned and skilled Senior Technical Designer with a passion for creating immersive gaming experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and creativity know no bounds? Look no further than blithequark, a leading entertainment company that's revolutionizing the way we experience storytelling and interactive entertainment. As a Senior Technical Designer at blithequark, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of our games studio, working closely with a talented team of designers, artists, and engineers to bring AAA, multi-platform games to life. With a focus on Unreal Engine and its capabilities, you'll leverage your expertise to drive technical excellence, promote best practices, and deliver high-quality content that exceeds our players' expectations. **About blithequark** blithequark is a global entertainment leader with 278 million paid memberships in over 190 countries, offering a vast library of TV shows, movies, and video games across a wide range of genres and languages. Our mission is to entertain the world, and we're committed to delivering exceptional experiences that inspire, educate, and entertain our audiences. **The Perfect Candidate** We're seeking a perpetual student with a passion for sharing knowledge and expertise with others. You're empathetic, easy to work with, and thrive in a collaborative environment where open communication and feedback are valued. You're excited about the evolution of game development as a creative discipline and are eager to contribute to the growth and success of our games studio. **Responsibilities** As a Senior Technical Designer at blithequark, your key responsibilities will include: * Leveraging your Unreal Engine expertise to assist and mentor other designers * Raising the technical capability and rigor of the design team through promoting best practices and correct exercise * Proactively seeking out workflow and tool upgrades to improve efficiency and productivity * Assisting designers troubleshoot issues and implement solutions * Implementing strong, maintainable content and features in Unreal/Blueprint * Writing design specs, vetting them with stakeholders, and making clever changes **Essential Qualifications** To be successful in this role, you'll need: * Expert knowledge of Unreal Engine and its capabilities, particularly Blueprint, UMG, Animation Blueprint, and Gameplay Framework * Foundations in 3D math * Good-sized programming skills with C++ * 2+ years of experience in a technical design position * 1+ shipped titles in Unreal * Experience delivering high-quality multiplayer games * Excellent communication and collaboration skills * A passion for game development, incubation, construction, and shipping video games **Preferred Qualifications** While not required, the following skills and experience will be a bonus: * Programming experience in Python, C#, and/or Lua * Art and animation skills useful for early gameplay prototypes (e.g., the ability to model, rig, and animate simple placeholder meshes) **What We Offer** As a Senior Technical Designer at blithequark, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including: * Competitive salary and benefits package * Opportunity to work on AAA, multi-platform games with a talented team of designers, artists, and engineers * Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity * Professional development and growth opportunities * Access to the latest tools and technologies, including Unreal Engine * Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance and contributions **Join the blithequark Team** If you're a seasoned Senior Technical Designer with a passion for creating immersive gaming experiences, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join the blithequark team and be part of a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment that's shaping the future of entertainment. Apply Now! Apply for this job