Senior Systems Designer - AAA Multiplayer FPS | Ironbelly Studios | Montreal (Hybrid)
Top Benefits
About the role
From Batman to PUBG to groundbreaking indie titles - our 20+ person team of decorated industry veterans has shipped 300+ projects. Now we're building something extraordinary.
The Game
We're developing a blockbuster competitive PvP multiplayer shooter in Unreal Engine 5 - an intensely competitive hardcore PC experience for veteran FPS players who demand:
- Tactical depth with robust server authority
- Advanced weapon trace mechanics & projectile simulation
- Complex inventory replication & loot spawn systems
- Persistent player progression with reputation tracking
What You'll Own
As our Senior Systems Designer (IC role), you'll architect the core systems that define combat:
- Design & balance deep gameplay systems for moment-to-moment and long-term experiences
- Define combat/weapons frameworks, progression systems, and meta-game structures
- Prototype rapidly in UE5 using player feedback to guide decisions
- Drive systemic balance for fair, competitive play
- Guide tuning of character abilities, weapons, and progression rewards
- Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists on interconnected systems
Core Requirements
- Expert-level Unreal Engine 5 - gameplay system integration & prototyping
- Proven FPS systems design - shipped competitive FPS or action titles
- Deep systems expertise - progression, meta-game, retention mechanics
- Data-driven approach - analytical skills for balance & iteration
- Player-first mindset - building systems that enhance agency & mastery
Bonus Points
- Shipped PvP multiplayer FPS titles
- Character abilities & weapons systems expertise
- Scripting/technical design skills
- Adversarial multiplayer level design
Why Ironbelly Studios?
- Proven team - Senior veterans from AAA and indie successes
- Montreal location - Vibrant game dev hub
- Hybrid flexibility - Collaborate in-office 1-2 days/week
- Competitive package - Salary + dental, vision, vacation benefits
- Impact - Shape systems for a blockbuster title from the ground up
About Ironbelly Studios
Ironbelly Studios is comprised of a talented, passionate and dedicated number of game developers from all corners of the globe. Our focus is on creating high quality entertainment experiences as well as providing outsourcing services at a fraction of the cost seen elsewhere.
Senior Systems Designer - AAA Multiplayer FPS | Ironbelly Studios | Montreal (Hybrid)
Top Benefits
About the role
From Batman to PUBG to groundbreaking indie titles - our 20+ person team of decorated industry veterans has shipped 300+ projects. Now we're building something extraordinary.
The Game
We're developing a blockbuster competitive PvP multiplayer shooter in Unreal Engine 5 - an intensely competitive hardcore PC experience for veteran FPS players who demand:
- Tactical depth with robust server authority
- Advanced weapon trace mechanics & projectile simulation
- Complex inventory replication & loot spawn systems
- Persistent player progression with reputation tracking
What You'll Own
As our Senior Systems Designer (IC role), you'll architect the core systems that define combat:
- Design & balance deep gameplay systems for moment-to-moment and long-term experiences
- Define combat/weapons frameworks, progression systems, and meta-game structures
- Prototype rapidly in UE5 using player feedback to guide decisions
- Drive systemic balance for fair, competitive play
- Guide tuning of character abilities, weapons, and progression rewards
- Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists on interconnected systems
Core Requirements
- Expert-level Unreal Engine 5 - gameplay system integration & prototyping
- Proven FPS systems design - shipped competitive FPS or action titles
- Deep systems expertise - progression, meta-game, retention mechanics
- Data-driven approach - analytical skills for balance & iteration
- Player-first mindset - building systems that enhance agency & mastery
Bonus Points
- Shipped PvP multiplayer FPS titles
- Character abilities & weapons systems expertise
- Scripting/technical design skills
- Adversarial multiplayer level design
Why Ironbelly Studios?
- Proven team - Senior veterans from AAA and indie successes
- Montreal location - Vibrant game dev hub
- Hybrid flexibility - Collaborate in-office 1-2 days/week
- Competitive package - Salary + dental, vision, vacation benefits
- Impact - Shape systems for a blockbuster title from the ground up
About Ironbelly Studios
Ironbelly Studios is comprised of a talented, passionate and dedicated number of game developers from all corners of the globe. Our focus is on creating high quality entertainment experiences as well as providing outsourcing services at a fraction of the cost seen elsewhere.