Electronic Arts
Guildford, Surrey
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Locations: Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Description & Requirements Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen. Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, the Battlefield team is looking to define the future of the first-person shooter. United the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive and Ripple Effect - all powered by the Battlefield Central Technology (BCT) team - have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA. Criterion At Criterion Games we cherish our rich, award-winning, history of crafting quality games with joy and passion. You'll find us playing, creating, breathing, and talking games. As we look to the future, we're excited to continue innovating and being part of building the future of Battlefield. We believe that healthy and engaged teams are the key to building great games, so we place enormous value on collaboration, fresh ideas, and diverse perspectives. Criterion is a place where you can unleash your creativity and be part of something extraordinary. Your unique input is welcome here! We're all in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on. SENIOR LEVEL DESIGNER Are you passionate about multiplayer shooters and driven to shape iconic Battlefield moments? Criterion is seeking a Senior Level Designer to lead the creation of large scale Battlefield player vs player experiences. This is a senior role for highly ambitious designers who can see the big picture while mastering the details. You'll be responsible for guiding the vision of a level from concept through launch and beyond, while also working closely with cross disciplinary teams to ensure every element feels cohesive and player first. You'll report to the Lead Level Designer or Level Design Director. What You'll Do Own and drive level design from early paper designs to post launch refinement, maintaining consistent quality and vision. Collaborate closely with art teams, guiding them with a clear level design perspective to ensure both aesthetics and gameplay align seamlessly. Partner with narrative, gameplay, and technical teams to deliver integrated, player first experiences. Champion the design vision, balancing moment to moment intensity, long term engagement, and strategic depth. Stay ahead of industry trends in PvP, bringing competitive insights, innovation, and ambition to every design decision. Leverage player feedback, data, and iteration to ensure the best experiences for our players. What We're Looking For 5+ years of level design experience, with multiple shipped AAA shooter/action titles. Deep knowledge of the gaming industry, with a particular focus on player vs player multiplayer design. Proven ability to lead pods and guide large, multidisciplinary teams, especially in collaboration with art teams. Strong proficiency in blockout tools, iteration workflows, and industry standard or proprietary editors. Exceptional communication skills, with a proactive, collaborative, and ambitious mindset. About Electronic Arts We're proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth. We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do. Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.