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