DESTINY SENIOR ACTIVITY DESIGNER

  • Anywhere

Remote (USA)
Bungie

OVERVIEW

Do you love building fun action scenarios for players? Do you enjoy tuning and adjusting combat encounters until they feel just right? Are you looking to work on AAA games with talented and enthusiastic people in a team environment? If so, we have the job for you! Bungie is looking for an open-minded, creative and dedicated Senior Activity Designer for Destiny.

As a Senior Activity Designer, you are responsible for the planning, development and execution of Destiny’s core activities & pursuits. You will work as part of a highly collaborative group and interact with a diverse set of teams to own and craft compelling PvE and reward experiences for the game’s annual and seasonal releases. You will help in driving a process and culture that relies on providing and receiving feedback to shepherd content through all phases of production.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design, build, and maintain PvE encounters, activities, and pursuit content to achieve creative vision and deliverable goals
  • Plan and implement pursuit content, supporting multiple content areas and uses
  • Collaborate with and learn from economy designers to determine and implement reward points for your content
  • Champion the design vision for your content, and drive iteration based on reactions from studio leadership, project leads, and playtests

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Deep knowledge of spatial and mechanical encounter principles
  • Experience with level/spatial design tools and gameplay scripting languages
  • Strong understanding of the Destiny player experience, economy, and PvE activities
  • Driven to contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment
  • Ability to be self-sufficient and self-motivated while having no fear of asking for help or guidance
  • Excitement for collaboration with designers, artists, programmers, musicians, testers and producers to achieve a common goal
  • Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Listed below is this role’s base pay range within the greater Seattle area, In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly). 
This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future. 

In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don’t simply do meaningful work – they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: Benefits – Bungie Careers to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.

Washington State Pay Range
$131,000—$156,000 USD
 
Bungie employees also receive: 
  • Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) and/or Sabbatical (SAB) based on position level  
    • L13-L15: 20 PTO days
    • L16-L17: 15 PTO days / 5 SAB days
    • L18+: 10 PTO days / 10 SAB days
  • 10 paid Floating Days annually, prorated in the first year of employment based on start date
  • 10 paid Bungie-observed holidays each year
  • One hour of Paid Sick Time (PST) for every 30 hours worked
 
So you don’t meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you’re interested in this position but your past experience doesn’t line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!
 
Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees located outside of CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MN, NC, NJ, NY, OR, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, or WI will need to establish residency in one of the states we are compliant in within 45 days of a start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie’s remote policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion. 

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