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Digital Extremes
Digital Extremes
201 – 500 Employees
Gaming
Digital Extremes is a Canadian video game developer best known for creating and supporting Warframe, a long-running online action game. Founded in 1993, the company develops games and expands its portfolio through new content and releases, including Warframe: 1999 and Koumei & the Five Fates. With a team of more than 200 employees, Digital Extremes offers gaming career opportunities in Canada and internationally, and regularly connects with the player and developer community through events such as TennoCon and Tokyo Game Show.
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Senior Game Designer, Soulframe

Lead gameplay design for Soulframe across combat, AI, UI, character movement, mini-games, and co-op systems. Shape the player experience while guiding design collaboration at Digital Extremes.

CACanada
$90,000 – $110,000 / year
HybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredDesigner

Description

  • Own the core player experience across UI, character movement and combat, enemy movement and AI, mini-games, and co-op features
  • Guide and mentor designers in delivering Soulframe’s creative direction and product objectives
  • Partner with animation, programming, and level design teams to create a polished player experience
  • Work with the tools team to improve gameplay workflows and enable faster iteration and testing
  • Represent product objectives and creative direction across development disciplines
  • Use gameplay data, player feedback, and internal playtest results to refine designs
  • Document game design concepts and communicate them clearly across development teams
  • Monitor industry developments and new approaches to enemy and boss design
  • Take part in playtests and exchange constructive feedback to improve combat encounters
  • Handle additional responsibilities assigned to the role

Requirements

  • At least five years of experience as a video game designer
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing gameplay, preferably in live-service or multiplayer projects
  • Experience developing either first-person or third-person games
  • Strong knowledge of player feedback loops, hit detection, and animation timing
  • Hands-on experience with game engines and familiarity with game design tools
  • Ability to interpret gameplay data and user feedback
  • Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to take on other senior-level responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive industry benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Career development opportunities
  • Equal-opportunity workplace designed to be welcoming, accessible, and supportive
  • Accommodations available during recruitment for candidates who need them

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