Technical Designer - Monsters

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development with an outstanding line of top published titles. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work and you\’ll be based out of our new Edinburgh studio based in the heart of the city overlooking the historic castle. You take your creativity seriously and games should be what get you fired up and passionate. At Climax we embrace those who see things in a different way and aren’t afraid to try-out new things and push themselves out of their comfort zones. We\’re hiring a Technical Designer to help build expressive enemies for our upcoming AAA FPS. You’ll be responsible for implementing, tuning, and systemizing a range of enemy archetypes using Unreal Engine 5. This role demands tight collaboration across design, animation, and code to deliver enemies that are challenging, readable, and deeply integrated into gameplay. Requirements Shipped at least one console title in a Technical Design, AI Design, or related role. Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint scripting. Experience building Behaviour Trees, Blackboards, and AI state management logic. Strong understanding of FPS combat pacing, enemy threat readability, and encounter balance. Familiarity with animation integration: montages, sync markers, notifies, and state machines. Passion for enemies that evolve player challenge and enrich the combat loop. Responsibilities Own technical implementation of enemy behaviours from prototype through to production. Build and maintain modular systems using Behaviour Trees, Blackboards, and Blueprint logic. Sync attack timing, hit reactions, and executions with animation teams. Maintain clean documentation and asset structures for all enemy systems. Benefits Excellent holiday package Regular social events A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment Ongoing training and development, with career progression Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA Group Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Private Dental Insurance Group Income Protection Company Pension Scheme Cycle To Work Scheme Eye-Care Vouchers Perks In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise. Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events. Role Information: EN Studio: Climax Studios Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Edinburgh Area of Work: Game Development Service: Create Service Type: Design Employment Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees. PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice/. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Computer Games Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Climax Studios by 2x Get notified about new Technical Designer jobs in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom . Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago Engineering Manager – Structures (Evolv Energies) Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 21 hours ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 4 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr