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Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!\n CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced Senior Level Designer to join our team to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077! Help us bring our vision of this vibrant open world RPG to life while pushing the bar for narrative-driven experiences higher!\nYou will be responsible for pitching, planning, and building location blockouts with a focus on melding narrative with compelling and multifaceted gameplay. 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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 position is a new role.\nEstimated pay range for this position: $101,200 - $185,100 USD annually\nAs part of our pre-employment process, candidates selected for this position will be required to complete a background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.\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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