Cloud Imperium Games
Mission Designer III
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Mission Designer III
Mid Level Mission Designer – Cloud Imperium Games
We are a crowdfunded company, building what we believe will be the "Best Damn Space Sim Ever". Backed by a passionate community, we’re constructing an ever-expanding Persistent Universe. We value exceptional, diverse talent and are excited to bring it to our UK studio in Manchester.
Cloud Imperium Games is searching for an enthusiastic, technically-minded Mid Level Mission Designer to join our Mission Design Team (MDT)—composed of designers, a producer, and embedded testers—where you’ll shape core aspects of gameplay, including:
- Creating the first implementations of new missions
- Maintaining and evolving existing missions
- Designing meaningful player events
About the Role
Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games pushes boundaries in next-gen videogames—currently producing Star Citizen, a landmark multiplayer space simulation, and Squadron 42, a single-player cinematic voyage across the same expansive universe. Join us as we break industry norms and redefine gaming history.
Key Responsibilities
- Work under a Lead Mission Designer/Developer to refine and finalise high-level story and gameplay roadmaps.
- Design, document, and implement missions, events, and systems—collaborating closely with senior designers while applying your creativity and technical prowess.
- Master in-house tools, including StarScript, our visual scripting engine, to code mission logic, events, and gameplay systems efficiently.
- Coordinate with other teams to identify and resolve dependencies, ensuring timely delivery of features without sacrificing quality.
- Embrace an iterative mindset, actively integrating feedback and growing your craft within a dynamic workflow.
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What We’re Looking For
✅ Experience: Prior work on AAA or independently associated projects with a strong portfolio of mission designs. ✅ Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with visual scripting (e.g., StarScript, Unity Visual Scripting) or general coding fundamentals (C#, Python, or Javascript—plus, strength in problem-solving). ✅ Collaboration: Ability to operate alone or collaboratively in cross-disciplinary teams (e.g., balancing input from technical artists, programmers, and other designers). ✅ Adaptability & Learning Agility: Willingness to take direction in a fast-paced environment while pushing your skillset further. ✅ Communication: Clear, concise communication to build relationships with different departments and streamline processes. ✅ Reliability: Proven ability to work towards deadlines while maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality.
Why Work With Us?
If you thrive in a culture of ambition, innovation, and dynamism, you’ll love being part of our driven, self-motivated team. Invest in your passion for space gameplay, creative storytelling, and systems-level design—with plenty of room to leave your mark on worlds yet uncovered.
Apply now if this excites you!
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Diversity & Equality Statement
Cloud Imperium Games is a global company, resolutely committed to building an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse perspectives, lifestyles, and backgrounds. We actively seek a team as rich and varied as the universe we’re creating—because disparity fuels ingenuity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure our environment fosters empowerment, respect, and authenticity for all employees. At CIG, you belong here as you are.
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