シニアレベルデザイナー｜Senior Level Designer

Level Designer

AAA( )2

Light Speed Japan Studio is a game development studio dedicated to crafting original AAA action game titles for global audiences. Led by industry veteran Hideaki Itsuno, the studio operates across two locations in Tokyo and Osaka. The studio offers a flexible and inclusive work environment and actively welcomes game creators who are full of talent and passion for pushing the boundaries of game development.

Design and Construction of In-Game Level Layouts Plan and create gameplay spaces that include stage structures, enemy placement, gimmicks, player routes, and exploration elements, crafting engaging experiences for players.

Difficulty Curve and Progression Design Adjust stage compositions to ensure a natural learning curve and smooth skill progression from the beginning to the end of the game.

Ensuring Narrative and System Consistency Design seamless level experiences that align with story progression and game systems.

Play testing and Level Tuning Conduct user tests and in-development play sessions to verify the fun factor, clarity of routes, and pacing of levels, making continuous improvements based on feedback.

Map Creation and Implementation Using Tools Use in-engine tools and level editors to create maps, place objects, and handle implementation in accordance with specifications.

Proven experience in level design for console and/or PC games

Strong spatial composition skills and the ability to design stages with player experience in mind

Ability to fine-tune gameplay based on playtest results (e.g., pacing, difficulty, player guidance)

Experience creating levels using game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity

Skill in creating and explaining specifications for effective cross-team collaboration Understanding of how to design levels that integrate seamlessly with systems such as combat, progression, and exploration Preferred Skills

Experience in spatial design for 3D action games

Ability to create event-driven experiences using scripting and triggers

Knowledge of cameras and visual direction for cinematic level design

Experience working on development projects with multinational teams

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