Lead Systems Designer Diablo

We Need You

The minions of hell are growing stronger

Join us as we continue to shape the Diablo universe! Diablo games are action RPG experiences with endless evil to slaughter countlessskillsto master nightmarishdungeons and legendary loot. Come work with us and togetherwellcreate something amazing. Our team of passionate developers is growing.

We are seeking a Lead Systems Designertoassistin the creation of new ARPG experiences within one of Blizzards most iconic worlds Diablo.In this roleyou will lead a team of designers responsible for the design implementation and ongoing evolution of core game systems player progression itemization and rewards.The ideal candidate brings deep systems designexpertise strong leadership and communication skills a sharp analytical mindset and a passion for crafting compelling progression-driven player experiences in live-service games.

This role offers a flexible hybrid work week with a mix of remote and on-site days. While hybrid is the standard arrangement youre also welcome to work on-site full-time if you prefer. Our primary studio locationis inIrvine CA.

Responsibilities

• Develop andevolvethevision for Diablo systems player progression and itemizationin collaboration withdesign leadership.

• Lead the creation and refinement of character progression itemization reward structures and game economy.

• Collaborate closely with cross-discipline teams to solve design problems navigate production constraints and efficiently deliver high-quality systemsand features.

• Maintain a deep understanding of Diablos core mechanics player motivations and community expectations to inform system evolution.

• Partner with Production andotherleads to scope plan and organize the systems teams schedule.

• Provide mentorship guidance and career development to a team of SystemsDesigners.

MinimumRequirements

• 8 years of professionalgame design experience with 5 yearsinsystems design.

• 2 years of experience leading and managing a team of designers.

• Extensive hands-on experiencebuildingandmaintainingprogression systemsitemizationgame economies endgame loops and balancing complex gameplay ecosystems in live-service games.

• Strong understanding of the Diablo franchise and isometric ARPGs including what drives long-term engagement and player satisfaction.

• Exceptional analytical and communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex systems and balance concepts to both designers and non-designers.

• Proven ability to translate game direction and vision into scalable shippable systems.

• Demonstrated passion for games systemsdesignandstaying current with industry trends and competitorofferings.

• Dedication to quality passion for gameplay and a deep respect for the player experience.

• Commitment to a culture ofcollaborationiteration transparency mentorship and continuousimprovement.

Your Platform

Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft Overwatch Diablo and StarCraft Blizzard Entertainment Inc. () a division of Activision Blizzard which wasacquiredby Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industrys most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years witha track recordthat includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Xbox PlayStation Nintendo Switch iOS and Android.

Our World

Activision Blizzard Inc. is one of the worlds largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of mediatechnologyand entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty World of Warcraft Overwatch Diablo Candy Crushand Bubble Witch. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrivein order toconnect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physicalemotionaland financial well-being for Every World -wevegot our employees covered!

The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all the qualificationsLet usdecide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification when in fact they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonableassistanceto individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position please email your request to General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.We do not discriminateon the basis ofrace religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age marital status veteran status or disability status among other characteristics.