Senior Interactive Systems Designer

Job summary

As a Senior Interactive Systems Designer, you will be responsible for designing and documenting interactive systems for play experiences, collaborating with various teams to ensure coherence and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in designing interactive play, games, or toy experiences.
• Strong systems thinking skills for designing interconnected play mechanics.
• Proven iterative design process focused on user experience and playtesting.
• Hands-on programming and prototyping skills with a portfolio showcasing behavior-driven prototypes.
• Experience with audio technology related to procedural audio or physical audio products.
• Familiarity with procedural or computational design approaches.
• Excellent written communication skills for producing high-quality design documentation.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset, bridging design and engineering perspectives.
• Passion for creating delightful experiences for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Design and iterate on interactive play systems with a user-experience focus.
• Produce clear design documentation for team understanding.
• Prototype play mechanics and small interactive systems to validate ideas.
• Apply systems thinking to connect play ideas and technology.
• Explore new approaches to create dynamic interactions.
• Communicate design intent and decisions to keep teams aligned.
• Provide creative governance across assets and system features.
• Foster a culture of iteration and experimentation within the team.

Skills

• Strong programming and prototyping abilities.
• Experience with tools such as Unity, Unreal, or microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of procedural audio technology.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in design or a related field.

Tools

• Familiarity with game engines and node-based authoring tools.