Lediga jobb New Starbreeze Studios AB i Stockholm

We are hiring for a Art Manager here at Starbreeze. You will lead and develop a team of artists while contributing hands-on within your craft. You balance people leadership with artistic excellence—ensuring high-quality assets, clear guidance, and an environment where your team can thrive.
You drive the creation of high-quality in-game vehicles that align with the project’s visual direction, performance, and gameplay. Taking ownership of key areas within the 3D asset pipeline, you ensure visual consistency, technical integrity, and effective cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Please note that this role must be based at our office in Stockholm 5 days per week.


What you'll be doing:
Model, texture, and implement detailed vehicle assets in alignment with artistic, technical, and gameplay requirements
Apply real-time PBR workflows and shader setup to ensure materials are consistent, performant, and visually accurate
Follow concept art and reference materials, contributing creatively while maintaining stylistic alignment
Identify and solve challenges related to real-world mechanical function, modularity, and in-game performance
Collaborate closely with Tech Art, Animation, and Design to ensure vehicles function properly and integrate seamlessly into gameplay
Take ownership of the vehicle asset pipeline, contributing to documentation and process improvements
Provide structured feedback and mentorship to junior and mid-level artists to support team growth and consistency
Participate in team reviews and communicate proactively with leads, producers, and other disciplines
Ensure assets meet performance, collision, and LOD requirements across relevant platforms



What we expect of our leaders:
Acts in accordance with company policies and leadership expectations for their team
Manages team performance by setting goals, providing regular feedback, and conducting structured check-ins.
Builds trust through transparent communication and accountability.
Leads with empathy and adaptability, ensuring a strong and collaborative team culture.
Manages conflicts and team dynamics while supporting decision-making and problem-solving.
Manages performance, career growth, and development of direct reports.
Fosters an inclusive, accountable, and collaborative team environment.
Facilitates open communication, regular coaching, and feedback loops.



What we're looking for:
Strong expertise in Vehicle Art, supported by experience across relevant phases of game development.
Solid understanding of production workflows and systems, with the ability to guide continuous improvement.
Proficiency in aligning project goals with structured execution within their craft area.
Ability to solve highly complex problems, adapting solutions to production constraints and team needs.
Capability to collaborate across disciplines and support cross-functional execution.
Strong communicator with the ability to align others through clear guidance and team leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead people through coaching, setting expectations, and building team cohesion.
Contributes to player experience by supporting delivery practices that enable quality, consistency, and responsiveness.



Perks of the Job
We know that great work comes from happy people, so we've levelled up our benefits package:
Flexible hours: Our core hours of 09:30 AM to 15:30 PM CET helps you to structure your day that is best and most productive for your lifestyle and for your team.
Time off: You'll get 30 vacation days, plus an extra 5 days to use as you please, and even a paid moving day. That's all on top of public holidays!
Pension: We offer a generous occupational pension plan through Nordnet.
Insurances: We've got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness allowance: We offer a 5000 SEK annual wellness allowance to put towards whatever helps you feel your best; whether that’s a gym membership, yoga classes, swimming lessons, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike to work: Enjoy tax-free bike leasing through Lease a Bike.
Relax and recharge: We offer free monthly in-office massage sessions to help you unwind and recharge.
Fun and games: We're a team that loves to hang out; whether that’s Monday breakfasts, frequent fika, or our weekly Dungeons & Dragons club.
A great new office: Our new digs are right in the heart of Stockholm, surrounded by great restaurants, gyms, and awesome spots for Friday after-work drinks.



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment, they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


Ready to Join the Crew?
If this all sounds good to you, then we can't wait to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter in English. We review applications continuously, so the sooner you apply, the better.


P.S. A heads-up for our friends in the agency world: we're handling this one ourselves, so please don't send us any unsolicited CVs to our TA team or managers. Visa mindre

We're looking for a Senior Online Programmer to join our Shared Technology team here in our Crew.
You'll be a key player in our new Shared Technology team and will be crucial in shaping the future of our multiplayer experiences. You'll be the Product Owner for our Online team, leading and guiding the development of reliable and efficient online systems that power our multiplayer games.
So, if you're passionate about building online services that connect players and communities, then we want to hear from you!
Please note that this role is based onsite at our office in Stockholm 5 days per week.


What you'll be doing:
???? Lead the team: You'll be the one leading the design, build, and maintenance of the online systems and back-end services that power our multiplayer games.
???? Collaborate: You'll be a key voice in discussions with other teams, making sure we consider online needs when making design and production decisions.
?? Balance constraints: You'll ensure a smooth player experience by balancing performance, reliability and technical constraints.
?? Deployment systems: You'll set up the systems that let us roll out updates and new features with minimal player disruption.
???? Implement features: You'll implement secure and scalable features like leaderboards, player analytics, and other online services.
???? For when things go wrong: You’ll ensure our multiplayer systems are robust, including error handling and fault tolerance.
???? Diagnosing and solving issues: You’ll diagnose and solve complex network-related issues across both development and live environments.
???? Work with middleware: You'll find and use open-source or third-party tools to help us work smarter and make better games.
???? Mentor: You'll mentor less experienced developers, teaching them the ins and outs of online systems, tools, debugging, and working as part of a game team.



Our tech:
We thought you’d like to know what tech we’re using, but please note that these aren’t requirements:
GIT and Perforce
Pragma (Kotlin)
Unreal Engine 5 (C++)
Visual Studio and JetBrains Rider (but you’re welcome to use other developer tools, if you’d rather!)



What we're looking for:
You have extensive experience as an Online Programmer and have shipped multiple AA+ games on PC and console.
You have a deep understanding of all things back-end, from the tech itself to the workflows and dependencies.
You know how to shape network features that improve the player experience, ensuring things like seamless multiplayer, low-latency responsiveness, and reliable services.
You love solving complex online challenges, and you can adapt your solutions to fit production constraints and changing requirements.
You're experienced in supporting and aligning online systems with the goals of gameplay, infrastructure, and live operations.
You’re a great collaborator, experienced at contributing to and improving shared workflows and practices.
You're a clear communicator who can influence and guide both technical and non-technical stakeholders toward alignment and smart decisions.
You're not only eager to keep learning and developing your own skills, but you also love mentoring others to help the team get better.
You have experience in a Product Owner or similar team lead position.



Bonus points if you have:
Experience working in a game engine, especially Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
Experience with network programming.



Interview Process:
30-minute Google Meet call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
1-hour interview with a Senior Online Programmer and Senior Tools Programmer.
1-hour interview with our CTO.



Perks of the Job
We know that great work comes from happy people, so we've levelled up our benefits package:
Flexible hours: Our core hours of 09:30 AM to 15:30 PM CET helps you to structure your day that is best and most productive for your lifestyle and for your team.
Time off: You'll get 30 vacation days, plus an extra 5 days to use as you please, and even a paid moving day. That's all on top of public holidays!
Pension: We offer a generous occupational pension plan through Nordnet.
Insurances: We've got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness allowance: We offer a 5000 SEK annual wellness allowance to put towards whatever helps you feel your best; whether that’s a gym membership, yoga classes, swimming lessons, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike to work: Enjoy tax-free bike leasing through Lease a Bike.
SL card: 12 month travelcard can be bought through us, and paid monthly through salary.
Relax and recharge: We offer free monthly in-office massage sessions to help you unwind and recharge.
Fun and games: We're a team that loves to hang out; whether that’s Monday breakfasts, frequent fika, or our weekly Dungeons & Dragons club.
A great new office: Our new digs are right in the heart of Stockholm, surrounded by great restaurants, gyms, and awesome spots for Friday after-work drinks.



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment, they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


Ready to Join the Crew?
If this all sounds good to you, then we can't wait to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter in English. We review applications continuously, so the sooner you apply, the better. Visa mindre

We are hiring for a Senior Vehicle Artist & Art Manager here at Starbreeze. You will lead and develop a team of artists while contributing hands-on within your craft. You balance people leadership with artistic excellence—ensuring high-quality assets, clear guidance, and an environment where your team can thrive.
You drive the creation of high-quality in-game vehicles that align with the project’s visual direction, performance, and gameplay. Taking ownership of key areas within the 3D asset pipeline, you ensure visual consistency, technical integrity, and effective cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Please note that this role must be based at our office in Stockholm 5 days per week.


What you'll be doing:
Model, texture, and implement detailed vehicle assets in alignment with artistic, technical, and gameplay requirements
Apply real-time PBR workflows and shader setup to ensure materials are consistent, performant, and visually accurate
Follow concept art and reference materials, contributing creatively while maintaining stylistic alignment
Identify and solve challenges related to real-world mechanical function, modularity, and in-game performance
Collaborate closely with Tech Art, Animation, and Design to ensure vehicles function properly and integrate seamlessly into gameplay
Take ownership of the vehicle asset pipeline, contributing to documentation and process improvements
Provide structured feedback and mentorship to junior and mid-level artists to support team growth and consistency
Participate in team reviews and communicate proactively with leads, producers, and other disciplines
Ensure assets meet performance, collision, and LOD requirements across relevant platforms



What we expect of our leaders:
Acts in accordance with company policies and leadership expectations for their team
Manages team performance by setting goals, providing regular feedback, and conducting structured check-ins.
Builds trust through transparent communication and accountability.
Leads with empathy and adaptability, ensuring a strong and collaborative team culture.
Manages conflicts and team dynamics while supporting decision-making and problem-solving.
Manages performance, career growth, and development of direct reports.
Fosters an inclusive, accountable, and collaborative team environment.
Facilitates open communication, regular coaching, and feedback loops.



What we're looking for:
Strong expertise in Vehicle Art, supported by experience across relevant phases of game development.
Solid understanding of production workflows and systems, with the ability to guide continuous improvement.
Proficiency in aligning project goals with structured execution within their craft area.
Ability to solve highly complex problems, adapting solutions to production constraints and team needs.
Capability to collaborate across disciplines and support cross-functional execution.
Strong communicator with the ability to align others through clear guidance and team leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead people through coaching, setting expectations, and building team cohesion.
Contributes to player experience by supporting delivery practices that enable quality, consistency, and responsiveness.



Perks of the Job
We know that great work comes from happy people, so we've levelled up our benefits package:
Flexible hours: Our core hours of 09:30 AM to 15:30 PM CET helps you to structure your day that is best and most productive for your lifestyle and for your team.
Time off: You'll get 30 vacation days, plus an extra 5 days to use as you please, and even a paid moving day. That's all on top of public holidays!
Pension: We offer a generous occupational pension plan through Nordnet.
Insurances: We've got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness allowance: We offer a 5000 SEK annual wellness allowance to put towards whatever helps you feel your best; whether that’s a gym membership, yoga classes, swimming lessons, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike to work: Enjoy tax-free bike leasing through Lease a Bike.
Relax and recharge: We offer free monthly in-office massage sessions to help you unwind and recharge.
Fun and games: We're a team that loves to hang out; whether that’s Monday breakfasts, frequent fika, or our weekly Dungeons & Dragons club.
A great new office: Our new digs are right in the heart of Stockholm, surrounded by great restaurants, gyms, and awesome spots for Friday after-work drinks.



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment, they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


Ready to Join the Crew?
If this all sounds good to you, then we can't wait to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter in English. We review applications continuously, so the sooner you apply, the better.


P.S. A heads-up for our friends in the agency world: we're handling this one ourselves, so please don't send us any unsolicited CVs to our TA team or managers. Visa mindre

We're looking for an Operations Director to join our Operational Services team here in our Crew.
Your job is to make sure that all the gears turn in perfect sync, from the first spark of an idea to a full-blown live service; you will ensure that every game gets the full support it needs to shine. You'll have huge influence and responsibility, acting as the Operational Services team’s functional project manager to ensure that our operations are as epic as our games.
This role requires a proactive mindset, structured delivery approach, the ability to work with and understand a wide range of disciplines to ensure every game is fully supported operationally, as well as strong marketing experience and understanding.
So, are you an expert of organization, a wizard of workflows, and a marketing genius who thrives on bringing people and projects together? If so, we want to hear from you.
Please note that this role must be based at our office in Stockholm 5 days per week.


What You'll Be Doing:
???? Project management: You will ensure all operational support is perfectly timed with our game development and live operations plans, acting as the Operational Services team’s functional project manager; this includes:
Creative Marketing
Commercial
Data & Insights
Live Operations & QA
Communications & Community
???? Driving collaboration: You'll drive the end-to-end coordination of deliverables, working with department leads to ensure everything gets done on time.
???? Track timelines and progress: You'll maintain clear tracking tools and timelines to keep a watchful eye on cross-functional progress, and keep our leadership team updated with regular status reports.
???? Enforce accountability: You'll use RACI models to make sure everyone knows exactly what they're responsible for.
? Escalate any blockers: You'll track deliverables, manage timelines, and escalate any blockers that threaten to derail the mission.
???? Planning forums: You'll run planning forums and reviews to continuously improve how we work together.
?? Coordinate campaigns: You'll be directly responsible for coordinating many of our externally sourced marketing campaigns, including:
PR and communications
Paid media
Customer activations
Digital advertising



What This Role Needs:
Studio-oriented project management: You must have 5+ years of studio-oriented project management experience, with a knack for guiding complex, cross-functional projects.
Operations expertise: You're a pro at leading project delivery planning across operational support functions and aligning them with game development milestones.
Deep marketing understanding: You deeply understand campaign operations, agency workflows, and how to execute a killer marketing pipeline.
Operational structure: You're skilled at bringing order and consistency to tracking, escalation, and reporting.
Complex problem solving: You have a proven track record of tackling complex challenges and mitigating risks.
Champion culture: You use influence and a focus on psychological safety to build a strong, collaborative team culture.
Tools and dashboards: You're comfortable with various project management tools and dashboards.
Business-oriented: You're capable of shaping outcomes that directly support our business strategy.
Strong communicator: You’re able to effectively communicate with colleagues of all levels using a humble but firm approach when required.



Interview Process:
30-minute introductory video call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
1-hour interview with our COO and Head of Commercial.
1-hour interview with our Live Director and Creative Marketing Director.



Perks of the Job
We know that great work comes from happy people, so we've levelled up our benefits package:
Flexible hours: Our core hours of 09:30 AM to 15:30 PM CET helps you to structure your day that is best and most productive for your lifestyle and for your team.
Time off: You'll get 30 vacation days, plus an extra 5 days to use as you please, and even a paid moving day. That's all on top of public holidays!
Pension: We offer a generous occupational pension plan through Nordnet.
Insurances: We've got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness allowance: We offer a 5000 SEK annual wellness allowance to put towards whatever helps you feel your best; whether that’s a gym membership, yoga classes, swimming lessons, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike to work: Enjoy tax-free bike leasing through Lease a Bike.
Relax and recharge: We offer free monthly in-office massage sessions to help you unwind and recharge.
Fun and games: We're a team that loves to hang out; whether that’s Monday breakfasts, frequent fika, or our weekly Dungeons & Dragons club.
A fresh new office: Our new digs are right in the heart of Stockholm, surrounded by great restaurants, gyms, and awesome spots for Friday after-work drinks.



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment, they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


Ready to Join the Crew?
If this all sounds good to you, then we can't wait to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter in English. We review applications continuously, so the sooner you apply, the better. Visa mindre

We're looking for a Senior Animation Programmer to join ourTech team here on Project Baxter.
You'll be a key player on our team and a crucial bridge between our Tech and Animation teams. You'll be right in the thick of it with our characters, helping our Animators directly by building the tools they need to make magic happen. While Project Baxter will be your main mission, you'll also be an integral part of our team, lending your talents to our other titles.
So, are you an Animation Programming wizard who loves bringing characters to life? Do you get a kick out of creating systems that make games feel fluid, responsive, and incredibly fun to play? If so, we've got a quest for you on our Project Baxter team!
Please note that this role must be based at our office in Stockholm 5 days per week.
Project Baxter is a cooperative urban crawl through a reactive Dungeons & Dragons®-world, inspired by our love of tabletop RPGs and utilizing procedural tools to enhance emergent gameplay in an endlessly replayable setting. Project Baxter is currently in development in Unreal Engine 5 and is set to launch on all major platforms in 2026.


What You'll Be Doing:
???? System creation: You'll work closely with our Animation and Design leads to build the animation systems that support the gameplay needs of our titles.
???? Fixing and improving: You'll tweak and polish existing animation features until they shine.
?? Rapid prototyping: You’ll support our Technical Animators to quickly prototype new ideas.
???? Blueprint-ing: You'll create, manage, and troubleshoot Blueprints in Unreal Engine 5.
???? Sharing your wisdom: You'll share your knowledge with the animation team, helping them better understand our systems and how everything works together.



What We're Looking For
A seasoned pro: You have experience as an Animation Programmer on multiple AA+ projects. You’ve been around the development block and you know the drill.
Locomotion guru: You've designed and implemented locomotion systems that feel amazing to play.
Animation Blueprint whiz: You know your way around Animation Blueprints and Animation Graphs.
C++ pro: You have extensive experience working with C++ based game engines.



Bonus Points If You Have Experience With:
Unreal Engine 4 & 5: You've gotten your hands dirty with one or both.
Multiplayer games: You've worked on the unique challenges of multiplayer games.
Physics-driven animation: You've played around with ragdolls or other physics-based animation systems.
Procedural animation: You've dabbled in procedural animation.
Melee Combat Systems: You've built systems for epic sword fights and close-quarters combat.



Interview Process:
30-minute Google Meet call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
1-hour interview with a Senior Animation Programmer and Lead Gameplay Programmer.
1-hour interview with our Lead Animator and a Senior Combat Designer.



Perks of the Job
We know that great work comes from happy people, so we've levelled up our benefits package:
Flexible hours: Our core hours of 09:30 AM to 15:30 PM CET helps you to structure your day that is best and most productive for your lifestyle and for your team.
Time off: You'll get 30 vacation days, plus an extra 5 days to use as you please, and even a paid moving day. That's all on top of public holidays!
Pension: We offer a generous occupational pension plan through Nordnet.
Insurances: We've got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness allowance: We offer a 5000 SEK annual wellness allowance to put towards whatever helps you feel your best; whether that’s a gym membership, yoga classes, swimming lessons, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike to work: Enjoy tax-free bike leasing through Lease a Bike.
Relax and recharge: We offer free monthly in-office massage sessions to help you unwind and recharge.
Fun and games: We're a team that loves to hang out; whether that’s Monday breakfasts, frequent fika, or our weekly Dungeons & Dragons club.
A fresh new office: Our new digs are right in the heart of Stockholm, surrounded by great restaurants, gyms, and awesome spots for Friday after-work drinks.



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment, they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


Ready to Join the Crew?
If this all sounds good to you, then we can't wait to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter in English. We review applications continuously, so the sooner you apply, the better. Visa mindre

We're looking for a Senior Art Producer to join the Production team here in our Crew.
Your job is to connect our art teams with the rest of production, ensuring everything from PAYDAY’s masked heisters to Project Baxter’s fantastical environments gets made on time and looks incredible.
So, are you an expert organizer who gets a thrill out of wrangling creative chaos? Do you know your way around a game development pipeline and have a knack for getting the best out of people (and pixels)? If so, we want to hear from you.
Please note that this role must be based at our office in Stockholm 5 days per week.


What You'll Be Doing
???? Leading the charge: You'll be the go-to person for planning and coordinating large-scale art production.
???? Hitting targets: You'll work closely with our Art Directors and Leads to understand our needs and ensure that our art aligns with and hits our high-quality targets.
???? Solving puzzles: We all hit roadblocks, but you'll be the one who works through them into a clear, actionable plan.
???? Sleuthing for issues: You'll spot risks before they become problems and make sure our projects stay on track, on budget, and on point.
???? Wrangling external partners: You'll own the relationship with our external development partners, from giving them the initial brief to reviewing the final work.
???? Sharing the wisdom: You'll mentor less experienced Producers, helping them level up their skills and achieve their personal development goals.



What We're Looking For
A seasoned pro: You've been around the game development block and have a deep understanding of art production and a portfolio of projects to prove it. You know what it takes to get things done across the full development cycle on AA+ titles.
A cross-functional collaborator: You understand various craft workflows and dependencies, and are confident working cross-functionally to align goals across teams to ensure project targets are reached.
A problem-solver extraordinaire: You’re able to solve highly complex problems, adapting solutions to production constraints and team needs.
An expert communicator: You communicate with clarity and influence, helping shape team alignment and decision-making.
A mentor at heart: You genuinely enjoy helping others grow and succeed, whilst continuously learning yourself
A passion for games: You understand how all the pieces of game development fit together to create a truly great player experience.



Interview Process:
30-minute Google Meet call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
1-hour Google Meet call with our Head of Production and a Senior Producer, focused on Production.
1-hour Google Meet call with our Studio Art Director and an Art Producer, focused on Art.
1-hour studio visit to meet with some other potential future colleagues, focused on Starbreeze and our culture.



Perks of the Job
We know that great work comes from happy people, so we've levelled up our benefits package:
Flexible hours: Our core hours of 09:30 AM to 15:30 PM CET helps you to structure your day that is best and most productive for your lifestyle and for your team.
Time off: You'll get 30 vacation days, plus an extra 5 days to use as you please, and even a paid moving day. That's all on top of public holidays!
Pension: We offer a generous occupational pension plan through Nordnet.
Insurances: We've got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, life, and accident insurance.
Wellness allowance: We offer a 5000 SEK annual wellness allowance to put towards whatever helps you feel your best; whether that’s a gym membership, yoga classes, swimming lessons, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike to work: Enjoy tax-free bike leasing through Lease a Bike.
Relax and recharge: We offer free monthly in-office massage sessions to help you unwind and recharge.
Fun and games: We're a team that loves to hang out; whether that’s Monday breakfasts, frequent fika, or our weekly Dungeons & Dragons club.
A fresh new office: Our new digs are right in the heart of Stockholm, surrounded by great restaurants, gyms, and awesome spots for Friday after-work drinks.



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment, they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


Ready to Join the Crew?
If this all sounds good to you, then we can't wait to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter in English. We review applications continuously, so the sooner you apply, the better. Visa mindre

We are looking to hire a Mid-Experienced level Rendering Programmer to join our Central Tech team supporting multiple in-development projects. As a Rendering Programmer, you will be responsible for maintaining, simplifying, optimizing and enhancing our rendering pipelines.
The Central Tech team is responsible for delivering software and software infrastructure which is shared across Starbreeze projects from the cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons® adventure and beyond.
Please note that this role is full-time and permanent. Location: HQ Stockholm Sweden.
Responsibilities:
Maintain, simplify, optimize and enhance our rendering pipelines in Unreal Engine 4 and 5 for all platforms;
Implement new rendering functionality;
Work closely with technical artists and other team members;
Profiling and optimization;
Keep up to date with modern rendering techniques.



Requirements:
Previous experience working as a Rendering Programmer or similar role on a AA+ PC/console game;
Highly skilled in C++;
Experience and expertise of modern rendering APIs;
Excellent math knowledge;
Low-level debugging and profiling skills;
Experience working with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5.



Interview process:
30-minute introductory video call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team;
60-minute video call with our Head of Technology and a Senior member of the Central Tech team;
60-minute video call or onsite interview with our Technical Producer and a member of the Central Tech team



About Starbreeze
At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment—they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.
Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.
What more do we offer? Well, we're glad you asked:
Flexible working hours, with core hours of 09:30-15:30 CET, to allow you to structure your day in a way that best suits you;
30 paid vacation days per year, plus an extra 5 paid days off, plus 1 paid moving day - all on top of public holidays, of course!
A generous occupational pension via Nordnet, typically ~50% above the collective agreement standard;
Private healthcare, life, and accident insurance;
A wellness allowance of 5000 SEK per year towards your wellness; whether that's a gym membership, tennis lessons, yoga classes, or whatever else you do for you!
Bike leasing through Lease a Bike, with the cost deduced tax free from your gross salary;
In office massage sessions monthly, free for all employees;
A variety of fun events in office, from regular breakfasts and fika sessions, to our weekly DnD club;
And let's not forget our new office itself - in the centre of Stockholm near a variety of excellent restaurants, gyms, and bars for those Friday after-works!



Sound good? Then we can’t wait to see your CV and look forward to meeting you. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continuously. Please submit your CV and cover letter in English.
Recruitment agencies may not submit CVs through this website or directly to hiring managers. Starbreeze Entertainment does not accept unsolicited recruitment agency CVs, and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with us. Visa mindre

Are you passionate about making great games and delivering unforgettable player experiences? Then this might just be the job for you! Starbreeze is now looking for a Senior Game Designer to join our team in Stockholm, Sweden.
As a leader within the Game Design group, you will work closely with technical and creative leadership to design, develop, maintain and balance engaging game features within the Payday franchise. You will be involved at every stage of the process, from early inception through to implementation. This is truly a once in a career opportunity!




Job Tasks:
Serve as a collaborative leader and coordinator within cross-disciplinary teams.
Work together with your directors and lead to formulate and carry through the game vision and desired player experience.
Design, implement, iterate, balance, and tune game mechanics and systems.
Work closely with the rest of the game design team to ensure a cohesive player experience.
Work closely with other departments to produce game design documentation and validate experiences through prototyping, playtesting, and iteration.
Mentor and coach other game designers.

Must Have:
At least 6+ years experience as game designer within the games industry.
At least 2+ years of experience working as game designer in AAA games.
Shipped at least 1 title as a Senior Game Designer.
Passionate about the player experience and committed to a cross-disciplinary and playtest-driven development environment.
Self-motivated and proactive with a commitment to ensuring a constructive and collaborative work environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience coordinating a game design team to deliver a major gameplay feature.

Good to Have:
Game design experience in multiplayer/co-op shooter games.
Experience in game design for networked multiplayer games, such as player progression, balancing, social systems, economies, or customization/in-game editors.
Knowledge of progression, metagame and economy systems in AAA and live service games.
Experience with prototyping in Unreal or similar 3D Engines.
Experience with programming and scripting languages (e.g. C++, C#, Lua, etc.).
Experience managing cross-disciplinary teams.



Still reading? Good...because here’s the good part of this job ad:
We offer you a position at a company where we value empowerment, agility and ownership. While we evolve we want you to grow with us and to develop as a professional.
What more do we offer?
Competitive salaries with yearly reviews
Yearly wellness benefit
Referral bonuses
6 weeks paid vacation per year
Pension on top of salary, ?50% above collective agreement standard
90% of your salary will be covered while on Parental leave for up to 6 months
Relocation support if you move from abroad
Ideal office location in central Stockholm



Sounds good? Then we can’t wait to see your CV and portfolio and look forward to meeting you. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continuously. Send your application with a resumé, portfolio and cover letter in English. All applications must include a resumé and cover letter to be considered. Visa mindre

Starbreeze Entertainment is looking for an Associate Art Director to refine and lead the artistic vision of a new unannounced project. This role will require you to inspire others, both as a leader and as an artist. You will report to our Studio Art Director.
As a key production member, you’ll serve as a motivational catalyst and conduit of communication for all departments. As an artist and visionary, your concepts, guidance and support will define the look and ensure that all teams are creating a cohesive game experience.
The ideal candidate will have experience developing AAA games in an Art Director role. With a deep understanding of art pipelines and look development, you will be adept at facilitating cross-team development and collaboration.
Our team is ripe with opportunities to take on and this candidate must possess a desire to embrace new challenges and nurture a fun and inspiring environment!
This role is open to applications onsite in Stockholm, or remote in Europe.


Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with the Studio Art Director to help develop the artistic vision of the game;
Create and champion visual direction and serve as an ambassador for our new brands;
Assist the Studio Art Director in setting the creative vision, including style, tone and visual language across all facets of our games and universes;
Create concepts and other benchmark assets that inspire, and set the bar for production;
Collaborate with functional Leads to facilitate and manage alignment between our departments and project needs;
Compile or produce reference material which shapes the visual narrative and guides content teams in it’s execution;
Make presentations regarding art direction, process, goals and results;
Organize with other directors reviewing and validating in-game assets to guarantee consistency and quality;
Manage overall progress of our project’s development, assuring that all disciplines support each other.



Requirements:
A strong track record working in art leadership as Art Director
A strong art portfolio, with particular emphasis on conceptual design;
Proven capacity to visualize and evolve existing brands, and successfully delivering them from concept to execution;
Strong inter-departmental communication skills with a deep understanding of how all disciplines collaborate on a production pipeline (narrative, programming, design, animation, etc);
Broad-mindedness, you’re open to new ideas following established art direction;
Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills in English.



Desirables:
A background in or strong knowledge of 3D modeling and sculpting pipelines, with a willingness to teach through doing.



To be successful in this position you are:
An experienced people leader and follower, who understands the competencies of your team, what they and you need to excel, and how to inspire great performance.



Still reading? Good, because here’s the best part:
We offer you a position at a company where we value empowerment, agility and ownership. While we evolve we want you to grow with us and to develop as a professional.


What more do we offer?
Competitive salaries with annual reviews
Private medical insurance
Annual wellness benefit
Referral bonuses
Long term incentive bonus scheme
Pension on top of salary (?50% above collective agreement standard for Sweden employees)
Relocation support if you move from abroad to Stockholm
Ideal office location in central Stockholm
Massage sessions once a month in the Stockholm office



Sounds good? Then we can’t wait to see your CV and look forward to meeting you. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continuously. Please submit your CV and cover letter in English.
Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.
Recruitment agencies may not submit CVs through this website or directly to hiring managers. Starbreeze Entertainment does not accept unsolicited recruitment agency CVs, and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with us. Visa mindre