June 30

Lead Designer (Unreal Engine 5)

RELOCATION TO UK

Location: Hybrid (Cambridge, UK). Must be based in or be willing to relocate to a comfortable commuting distance of the Cambridge office.

Company

Jagex is the developer of the enduring RuneScape franchise, creating deep, community-powered games and expanding into a multi-genre ecosystem.

What you will do

  • Drive the execution of the design vision across external development and outsourcing partners.
  • Act as the primary design contact for co-development teams, providing clear direction and support.
  • Translate high-level creative vision into actionable design guidance for high-quality gameplay and content.
  • Review features, gameplay systems, and content, providing constructive feedback to maintain quality.
  • Collaborate with Creative Leadership and Production to ensure consistency across all development areas.
  • Identify risks and blockers early, working proactively with partners to resolve them.

Requirements

  • Proven experience leading design efforts on shipped PC or console titles.
  • Experience working with co-development studios, outsourcing partners, or distributed teams.
  • Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine 5, including Blueprints, Data Assets, and Gameplay Framework.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to influence teams and drive alignment without direct line management responsibility.
  • Must be based in or be willing to relocate to the UK (Cambridge area).

Culture & Benefits

  • Private Healthcare, including a Dental Plan.
  • Minimum 6% Pension contributions and Life Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and onsite Counselling.
  • Discretionary annual performance bonus.
  • Flexible working hours and enhanced family leave policies.
  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell holidays.

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