Senior Game Designer (Combat) - For Honor

About the Position

Senior Game Designer (Combat) - For Honor

Join Ubisoft Montréal as a Senior Game Designer (Combat) for For Honor, shaping multiplayer combat experiences through balancing and feature development.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support ongoing combat balancing initiatives in collaboration with the design team
• Analyze multiplayer gameplay systems, player behaviors, and combat data to identify balancing opportunities
• Refine hero abilities, move sets, and gameplay properties to support a fair and engaging player experience
• Evaluate the impact of gameplay changes across the broader combat ecosystem and player experience
• Prototype, implement, and iterate on gameplay adjustments and combat features
• Collaborate with directors and designers to translate creative intentions into gameplay systems
• Contribute to competitive multiplayer features and progression-related gameplay systems
• Identify gameplay issues and develop practical solutions for combat interactions and system improvements
• Mentor and support team members through collaboration, feedback, and knowledge sharing
• Communicate balancing goals, design decisions, and gameplay updates clearly across teams

Requirements

• Experience designing and balancing combat systems or multiplayer gameplay features
• Understanding of competitive games, player motivation, progression systems, and long-term player engagement
• Ability to assess gameplay performance and identify balancing opportunities across interconnected systems
• Experience prototyping, tuning, and iterating on gameplay features
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to gameplay and player experience
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Clear communication and documentation skills
• Interest in melee combat systems and hero-based gameplay experiences

Nice to Have

• Gameplay performance assessment
• Hero abilities refinement
• Combat ecosystem evaluation
• Gameplay adjustments
• Knowledge sharing
• Mentorship

We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in gaming
• Be part of a diverse and innovative team
• Contribute to the evolution of a popular game
• Professional growth and development opportunities

About the Company

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!

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• Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences
• Portfolio or project examples demonstrating your game design and balancing work

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