Senior Level Designer

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Glendale, CA, USA
In-Office
100K-154K Annually
Senior level
Digital Media • Gaming • News + Entertainment • Sports
The Role
Hands-on Senior Level Designer creating game content and gameplay systems using Unreal Engine, UEFN, and Verse. Design and iterate levels, puzzles, and combat, collaborate with artists, write level documentation, mentor other designers, and ensure engaging player experiences across Disney IP-based projects.
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Job Posting Title:

Senior Level Designer

Req ID:

10154487

Job Description:

Disney Digital Entertainment

Disney Digital Entertainment is looking for a Senior Level Designer to join us on an ambitious and exciting new project. If you are an imaginative creator with superb game development skills, and have a love of Disney/Pixar, 20th Century, Star Wars and Marvel properties, you’ll want to check out this opportunity! We are building an experienced development team that will help create groundbreaking game experiences that will herald the next generation of Disney to the world. Working with top-class industry talent, this role is perfect for the seasoned game developer looking to create something epic - collaborating with a robust group of developers focusing on individual experiences to create a wonderfully rich and cohesive product that is truly “Disney”.

This is a remote opportunity and will report to the Lead Level Designer

What You Will Do:

  • Be a hands-on developer in the creation of content for several interactive games and experiences based on Disney’s robust portfolio of characters and worlds including Disney/Pixar, 20th Century, Marvel and Star Wars.
  • Create game content using Unreal Engine, UEFN (Unreal Editor For Fortnite) and scripting in Verse in both the development and live service environments.
  • Collaborate with environment artists to design and build compelling gameplay spaces for players.
  • Design, implement, and iterate on gameplay setups including puzzles, combat, and more.
  • Write, update, and maintain detailed level design documentation.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship for other Level Designers.

Basic Skills and Qualifications:

  • 5 years of game development experience, including at least one shipped game in a similar role.
  • Developed content using Unreal Engine and/or UEFN and adept in the use of C++, Blueprints and/or the Verse Scripting language.
  • Excel at partnering and collaborating with key stakeholders, working through challenging problems and reaching consensus to achieve great things.
  • Have a special appreciation of Disney’s IP, including characters and lore, linear media and movie franchises, theme parks design, and overall aesthetics.
  • Enjoy creative problem-solving and building something new and innovative.
  • Have a strong sense of what makes a fun and compelling experience for game systems.
  • Have expertise at working with 3D game engines and understanding the strengths and limitations in regards to level design.
  • Able to communicate effectively with other teams and groups.
  • Understand best standards and practices of level design within a variety of different game styles.
  • Have a desire to come up with new and engaging experiences that encourages players to work together.

Education:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Game Design or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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The hiring range for this remote position is $100,100 to $154,300 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Games

Job Posting Primary Business:

Regional (NA - Games)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Games-Design

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-07-07

Skills Required

  • 5 years of game development experience, including at least one shipped game in a similar role
  • Developed content using Unreal Engine and/or UEFN (Unreal Editor For Fortnite)
  • Proficiency with C++, Blueprints and/or the Verse scripting language
  • Experience designing and implementing gameplay setups including puzzles and combat
  • Expertise working with 3D game engines and understanding level design constraints and strengths
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with environment artists and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Strong written communication and ability to write and maintain detailed level design documentation
  • Mentorship experience and ability to provide guidance to other Level Designers
  • Bachelor's degree in Game Design or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Appreciation of Disney IP, storytelling, aesthetics, and desire to create engaging, collaborative player experiences
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The Company
HQ: Burbank, CA
219,548 Employees
Year Founded: 1923

What We Do

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.

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