With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we're dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Combat Designer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
Responsibilities Devise & take ownership of tactical, engaging combat encounters for our games, each with a novel, memorable challenge at its core
Follow up on asset requests with other departments (Art, Narrative, Scripting...) to ensure production is aligned
Learn & master our tools; report bugs & UX issues; be a vector for improvement
Be a beacon of knowledge for the game's combat encounters; proactively track, and stay current with, any change in mechanics & game rules
Proactively flag & follow up on any issue impacting the overall combat experience
Understand and become an advocate for the player's motivations & expectations
Keep up with the industry's state of the art
Requirements 3 years experience in a design position with a solid understanding on how combat encounters work
At least one shipped title, from pre-production to a finished product
Proficiency in written communication & a track record of effectively conveying design through clear documentation




Excellent verbal communication skills with experience guiding collaboration across diverse disciplines
Initiative-taking, proactive team player with great problem-solving skills and proven ability to self-manage & meet deadlines
Nice to haves Someone with the additional skills /competences they would be a very solid fit and will add extra value!)
A passion for deep combat mechanics & imaginary worlds in general
Programming skills in C, C++, Lua or C#
What we offer An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
An open, collaborative workplace where ideas are welcome and encouraged
A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback.
Due to the global nature of our operations and the need to engage daily with an international team, fluency in English is essential for this position at Larian.

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📌 Combat Designer (Quebec City)
🏢 Larian Studios
📍 Quebec City