Senior Game Designer, Systems (Sand Table)

Anduril Industries

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Location
Seattle, WA
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$166,000–$220,000 / yr
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Senior Game Designer, Systems (Sand Table)

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As a Senior Game Designer on the Sand Table team, you will design and develop core gameplay systems for military simulations in XR environments, working closely with AI programmers to create realistic unit behavior models, command structures, and decision-making frameworks. Your day-to-day involves creating detailed combat systems, documenting designs, and collaborating with UI/UX designers to ensure intuitive interfaces. You’ll also engage stakeholders to gather feedback and iterate based on user needs, while championing best practices for design within the organization. The role requires expertise in behavior trees, finite state machines, and experience with Unity or Unreal Engine, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This position focuses on developing immersive military simulations that balance realism with usability for complex operations in virtual reality settings.

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Unity Unreal Engine Behavior Trees Finite State Machines AI Programming Documentation Communication Gameplay Balancing Custom Game Engines XR Design Security Clearance CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Design and develop core gameplay systems including unit behavior models, command structures, and decision-making frameworks.
  • Create detailed combat systems modeling weapons effectiveness, damage, and battlefield outcomes accurately.
  • Work with AI programmers to design realistic simulation behaviors using advanced AI techniques.
  • Prototype gameplay systems to validate concepts before full implementation in military simulations.
  • Balance simulation fidelity with usability to ensure systems are both realistic and accessible for military users.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of professional experience in systems design for games or interactive simulations
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating complex systems design work
  • Experience with behavior trees, finite state machines, and AI-driven gameplay systems
  • Excellent documentation skills for clear design specifications
  • Ability to balance simulation fidelity with usability for military users
  • Active security clearance required
  • Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine

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