// Open Role at 2K Games
Join Small Axe Studios, 2K’s newest team, to bridge design and engineering for a groundbreaking sports franchise. Prototype, implement, and optimize gameplay systems, shaping the future of interactive sports entertainment.
Who We Are
Founded in 2023, Small Axe Studios is 2K’s newest stand-alone studio, built to push the boundaries of game development and bring 2K’s next groundbreaking sports franchise to life. Headquartered in Burnaby, we are assembling a world-class team of visionaries, builders, and passionate gamers who thrive on creative collaboration, technical excellence, and bold ideas. At Small Axe Studios, we believe big things start with sharp focus—and we’re crafting an exceptional, player-first experience from the ground up. If you’re ready to tackle unique challenges, leave your mark on a brand-new IP, and help shape the future of interactive sports entertainment, we want you on our team!
What We Need
We’re looking for an experienced and versatile Technical Designer to help drive the implementation and iteration of our gameplay systems and features. You will play a key role in bridging the gap between design and engineering—prototyping features, building robust content workflows, and ensuring technical feasibility for our sports-focused core fantasy experience.
As a Technical Designer, you’ll work across disciplines to bring features to life—from paper design to implementation—and guide the team in crafting flexible, scalable systems. You’ll be instrumental in building our toolsets, scripting gameplay behaviors, and helping define the future of how we build and iterate on gameplay content.
This role reports to the Lead Technical Designer and collaborates with engineering, design, and production leadership to deliver compelling, player-driven experiences.
What You’ll Do
Prototype and Implement Gameplay Systems
Own Technical Implementation of Features
Optimize Workflows and Tool Usage
Support Other Designers
Collaborate Across Disciplines
Champion the Core Fantasy Vision
What Will Make You A Great Fit
Beneficial Qualifications
The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between CAD $73,900 and $109,360 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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#LI-Hybrid
3+ years experience in technical design or related gameplay implementation roles; Deep expertise with scripting systems (e.g., Unreal Blueprint); Proven ability to implement gameplay systems from prototype through ship; Good understanding of game systems, mechanics, and their interactions; Experience working in collaboration with engineers, especially on feature integrations; Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills; Strong documentation habits and ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical teammates; A proactive, collaborative attitude and a passion for empowering creative teams.