Senior Gameplay Designer
At CD PROJEKT RED · Boston, MA, United States
Salary: US$112,200–185,100 a year
- Design
- Full-time
- Senior
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Job description
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Job Description
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Designer to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. As a Senior Gameplay Designer you'll be tasked to design, implement, and iterate on features, mechanics, and core gameplay systems that fulfill the game’s high-level design vision. We are looking for an ambitious individual with a strong design voice who will bring kindness, respect, and a player-first mindset to everything they do.
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Reporting to the Lead Gameplay Designer, this role can be performed onsite in Boston, MA (relocation assistance is available for US-based candidates), or fully remote from the US (select states) or Canada.
Daily Responsibilities
* Proposing innovative and engaging designs, fulfilling in the game direction.
* Analyzing, pitching, prototyping, developing, and balancing moment-to-moment gameplay, abilities, and mechanics.
* Collaborating and producing in a cross-discipline environment while building and refining designs over time using internal/external feedback.
* Remaining current on industry trends including new game genres, new game design methods and techniques, and trending audio-visual excellence.
Qualifications
* 5+ years of professional experience in the AAA game industry in a game design role.
* Proven success creating compelling and innovative gameplay mechanics.
* Experience developing shooters, open world, roleplaying and/or action games.
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and evolving project needs, willingness to experiment, and a commitment to high-quality work.
* A positive and collaborative approach that contributes to a friendly and supportive team environment.
Nice to Haves:
(please note these skills are not required to apply)
* Experience with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5.
* Experience working across multiple stages of AAA game production.
* A deep knowledge of our games, and other narrative or role playing focused games.
* Passion for the cyberpunk genre and games.
Additional Information
The application window for this position will close by 1/15/2026
This job can be fully remote from USA or Canada, or onsite in Boston, MA.
Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin.
As part of our pre-employment process, candidates selected for this position will be required to complete a background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Health & Well-Being
* Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
* Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
* Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
* 401(k) / RRSP with employer matching with employer matching.
* Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
* Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
* RED Parents Network — support for working parents.
* Flexible working hours.
Perks & Professional Growth
* Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
* A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
Life in the Boston Office
* Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
* Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
* No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
This is a new role.
Estimated pay range for this position: $112,200 - 185,100 USD annually
At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.
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Company Description
To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!
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