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Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!\n CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Designer to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. As a Senior Gameplay Designer you'll be tasked to design, implement, and iterate on features, mechanics, and core gameplay systems that fulfill the game’s high-level design vision. 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There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.\nTruly international working environment - a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.\nNo dress-code - we like to keep it casual.\nThis is a new role.\nEstimated pay range for this position: $112,200 - 185,100 USD annually\nAt CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. 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