Engagement Type: Independent contractor

Expected Term: Twelve months, with the possibility of extension

Location: Fully remote. Contractor must be based within two hours of US Central Time. We welcome candidates outside the United States who meet this requirement.

About the Opportunity

Robot Entertainment, the independent developer of the Orcs Must Die! franchise, is seeking an experienced Level Designer to contribute to a project built in Unreal Engine. The contractor will work independently to create and deliver game levels while coordinating with Robot’s development team throughout the project.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, script, and iterate on game levels and combat encounters.
• Coordinate with Designers, Art, Programming, Production, and QA groups to ensure levels are fun, function as intended, and support the game’s design goals.
• Work with the Game Director on level specifications, milestone review, and feedback.
• Deliver work through Robot's source control and project management systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Proficiency designing and scripting levels and combat encounters in Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
• At least three years of professional level design experience.
• Experience decorating levels with environment art assets.
• Credited contribution to at least one shipped video game.
• Familiarity with industry-standard collaboration and development tools such as JIRA, Perforce, Slack, and Miro.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver high-quality work against agreed milestones in a remote environment.
• A degree in Game Design or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• We value candidates who play and enjoy a broad variety of games.

Independent Contractor Details

This is an independent contractor engagement. Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, workspace, and equipment and are not eligible for Robot employee benefits. Robot may provide project-specific software or equipment when necessary. The selected contractor will enter into Robot’s standard Independent Contractor Services Agreement and Non-Disclosure Agreement.

How to Apply

Please send a résumé or CV, a portfolio or reel demonstrating level design work, and a brief statement of interest. Please indicate that you are responding to the Level Designer — Independent Contractor engagement.

Equal Opportunity

Robot Entertainment, Inc. selects candidates based on qualifications, experience, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.