Senior Designer at Mythwright

The role

Mythwright is seeking a Senior Designer for a 12-month contract to lead the development of a simulation game. You will work hands-on in Unreal Engine to own major features and systems from early prototyping through to polished implementation. This role involves collaborating with a small multidisciplinary team to create replayable experiences for highly engaged player communities.

What you'll do

• Design gameplay systems from concept through implementation
• Prototype and iterate directly within Unreal Engine
• Tune and balance mechanics for long-term engagement
• Lead playtesting to gather actionable player insights
• Collaborate with art and engineering teams daily
• Maintain documentation to support scalable development processes

What you'll bring

• Senior design experience on shipped simulation titles
• Hands-on proficiency with Unreal Engine tools
• Strong grasp of systemic design and balance
• Excellent communication skills across multiple disciplines
• Ability to refine features based on feedback

Your impact

You will play a critical role in shaping the core gameplay and systems of a new simulation title, ensuring it meets the high standards of engaged player communities. Your hands-on contributions will enable fast iteration and the creation of maintainable systems that deliver maximum value to players. Ultimately, your work will help establish the game as a successful and replayable entry in the publisher's portfolio.