Game Designer

Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge video game development? Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour Interactive is at the forefront of the gaming industry, crafting unforgettable experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. We’re a dynamic, independent studio of over 1200 passionate employees, with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) and in the UK (Behaviour UK–North & South). Our day to day revolves around two core business focuses: Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants like Disney, Sony, Activision, and Nintendo, delivering exceptional work-for-hire development and pioneering immersive location-based entertainment (LBE). Meanwhile, our Original Games unit pushes our creative limits, with our signature IPs, including the iconic Dead by Daylight. Join us and be a part of the future of interactive entertainment!

At Behaviour Interactive, we believe in giving everyone a fair shot. We embrace a diverse and creative environment where everyone is celebrated. We value folks of all ages, sex, ethnicity, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, or any other protected characteristics as per applicable law.

As a member of our team, you will develop new mechanics and original concepts while maintaining awareness of the brand/IP and technology alongside the creative team to design, prototype, and execute the core principles and vision of the title. Your hands-on design efforts play a central role in establishing the game's fun factor, directly impacting its potential success.

In this role you will :

• Provide design vision & documentation to achieve unparalleled gameplay, controls, interface, etc.
• Provide time estimates, upon request.
• Search for solutions to address client & community feedback and stay on track (budget/scope/timeline).
• Maintain high-quality gameplay that stays within the confines of the brand and IP.
• Ensure that difficulty and progression curves are consistent and appropriate for the type of game and audience.

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in the video game industry as a game designer.
• Keep abreast of current trends in gameplay and game systems with a strong interest in competitive team games.
• Passionate about games and best practices for games as a service.
• Able to communicate knowledge and ideas (flowcharts, feature specs, data reports, etc.) to team members.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (fluent in English).