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Systems Designer

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In-Office
Glendale, CA, USA
91K-140K Annually
Mid level
In-Office
Glendale, CA, USA
91K-140K Annually
Mid level
Design and implement game systems and content using Unreal/UEFN and scripting (Verse/C++/Blueprints). Develop progression, economy, combat and metagame systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and maintain systems design documentation for live-service game experiences.
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Job Posting Title:

Systems Designer

Req ID:

10154488

Job Description:

Disney Digital Entertainment

Disney Digital Entertainment is looking for a Systems Designer to join us on an ambitious and exciting new project. If you are an imaginative creator with superb game development skills, and have a love of Disney /Pixar, 20th Century, Star Wars and Marvel properties, you’ll want to check out this opportunity! We are building an experienced development team that will help create groundbreaking game experiences that will herald the next generation of Disney to the world. Working with top-class industry talent, this role is perfect for the seasoned game developer looking to create something epic - collaborating with a robust group of developers focusing on individual experiences to create a wonderfully rich and cohesive product that is truly “Disney”.

This is a remote opprotunity and report to our Lead Level Designer.

What You Will Do: 

  • Be a hands-on developer in the creation of content for several interactive games and experiences based on Disney’s robust portfolio of characters and worlds including Disney/Pixar, 20th Century, Marvel and Star Wars.
  • Create game content using Unreal Engine, UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite), and scripting in Verse in both the development and live service environments.
  • Design and develop a variety systems, content, and features from core systems and game mechanics, to player progression and metagame systems.
  • Support multidisciplinary teams efforts to implement gameplay features from concept to release. Write, update, and maintain detailed systems design documentation.

Basic Qualifications and Skills:

  • 3 years of game development experience, including at least one shipped game in a similar role.

    Developed systems using Unreal Engine and/or UEFN and adept in the use of C++, Blueprints and/or the Verse Scripting language.

    Excel at partnering and collaborating with key stakeholders, working through challenging problems and reaching consensus to achieve great things.
  • Have a special appreciation of Disney’s IP, including characters and lore, linear media and movie franchises, theme parks design, and overall aesthetics.
  • Enjoy creative problem-solving and building something new and innovative.
  • Have a strong sense of what makes for fun and compelling game systems.
  • Working knowledge in two or more of the following system design disciplines: Combat Design, Progression Design, Economy Design, Gameplay Mechanics Design, 3C's (Character, Control, and Camera) design.
  • Able to communicate effectively with other teams and groups.
  • Have a deep understanding of standard mathematics, statistics, and probability as it pertains to game design and balance.
  • Strong technical skills, with experience with visual scripting languages and/or industry standard toolsets
  • (Unity, Unreal, etc.)
  • Are skilled with MS Office, specifically Excel.

Education:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Game Design or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information:

  • If you are sharing a portfolio, please include or disable any passwords for consideration

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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The hiring range for this remote position is $91,000 to $140,200 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Games

Job Posting Primary Business:

Regional (NA - Games)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Games-Design

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

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Date Posted:

2026-07-02
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