- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Salary
- USD 91,000 – USD 140,200 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 hours ago
- Work mode
- Work from home
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Game Design
- Eligibility
- Experienced game developers with at least 3 years in the field and one shipped game in a similar role, plus candidates with a bachelor’s degree in Game Design or an equivalent education-and-experience background.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Job description
Role overview
Disney Digital Entertainment is hiring a Level Designer for an ambitious new game project. This position is suited to an imaginative game creator with strong development skills and a genuine enthusiasm for Disney, Pixar, 20th Century, Star Wars, and Marvel worlds. The team is focused on building a high-caliber experience with a mix of individual craftsmanship and close collaboration across disciplines.
This is a remote position and will report to the Lead Level Designer.
What you will do
- Contribute directly to the creation of content for multiple interactive games and experiences inspired by Disney’s major character and world libraries, including Disney/Pixar, 20th Century, Marvel, and Star Wars.
- Build game content in Unreal Engine and UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite), including Verse scripting, across both development and live-service settings.
- Work alongside environment artists to plan and create engaging play spaces for users.
- Develop, place, and refine gameplay systems such as puzzles, combat encounters, and related interactive setups.
- Prepare, revise, and keep detailed level design documents up to date.
Basic qualifications and skills
- At least 3 years of game development experience, with a minimum of one shipped title in a comparable role.
- Hands-on experience creating content in Unreal Engine and/or UEFN, with working knowledge of C++, Blueprints, and/or the Verse scripting language.
- Strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders, work through complex problems, and build agreement across teams.
- Interest in Disney intellectual property, including characters, lore, linear media, film franchises, theme park design, and overall visual style.
- Creative mindset with a drive to solve problems and develop fresh, original ideas.
- Clear understanding of what makes gameplay systems enjoyable and engaging.
- Experience working with 3D game engines and awareness of their design strengths and constraints.
- Strong communication skills when working with cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of established level design standards and practices across different game genres.
- Motivation to create new experiences that encourage cooperative play.
Education
A bachelor’s degree in Game Design, or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience, is preferred.
Compensation and benefits
The stated annual pay range for this remote role is $91,000 to $140,200, with geography influencing the range. Actual base salary may vary based on internal equity, location, role-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, a bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be included, along with medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the final level and position.
Benefits and perks
Disney provides a rewards package that may include health and savings benefits, educational support, and other special extras. Full benefit details are available through Disney’s careers benefits information.