Hanson Consulting Group is seeking a Technical Game Designer (Contract) to join our client’s team in gaming industry to contribute to the prototyping phase of a new, unreleased project!

This role focuses on the development of AI-driven character behaviors and social systems, with an emphasis on generative AI (Gen AI) integration. You'll work closely with the Creative Director and Producer to shape innovative gameplay experiences, contributing hands-on to system design and implementation within Unreal Engine.

We are currently considering candidates who reside in New York, Massachusetts, Washington, or California who are willing to work Eastern Time hours.

Job Responsibilities:

Design, prototype, and iterate on complex NPC behaviors, relationships, and scheduling systems
Implement gameplay features using Unreal Engine and Gen AI tools
Collaborate directly with the Creative Director and cross-functional team members to bring systems to life
Drive the creation of engaging, AI-driven character interactions and emergent social gameplay
Stay current on emerging AI and Gen AI technologies and identify opportunities for integration
Document systems clearly and communicate technical and design intent across the team

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience with Unreal or Unity engines
Hands-on experience with gameplay AI systems—professionally or through personal projects
Understanding of behavioral modeling, character state machines, and scheduling systems
Familiarity with generative AI tools and their applications in gameplay
Strong prototyping skills and comfort with rapid iteration
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Self-motivated, independent, and excited to explore emerging technologies in game development

Benefits:

100% employer-paid medical for employees through top-tier medical provider
100% employer-paid Dental and Vision
100% employer-paid life insurance ($50k) and LTD
401k plan with match program with no vesting period
Paid time off and sick leave
Paid holidays
Passport Corporate Membership
Wellable Membership
Hartford Employee Assistance Program, Travel Assistance and ID Theft Protection
Behavioral Health Resources (Ginger, Talkspace etc.) also available in partnership with medical provider Cigna
Optional pet insurance through Figo
Optional legal plan through MetLife/MetLaw