Lediga jobb Paradox Development Studio AB i Stockholm

We're on the lookout for a game designer driven by a passion for their craft and a fervor for crafting thrilling experiences for our players. If you're someone who finds motivation in the autonomy to lead tasks and deliver outstanding results, you're the ideal fit. Your element is a creative and collaborative space where the enthusiasm for our work is infectious, and everyone around you is not just doing a job but crafting the games we all love. A keen interest in history and its narratives is a great plus. Your mission You will be working closely with the Game Director and be the owner of the design in feature teams. Taking ownership of the designs means that you will be working hands-on from research, to design, implementation and balancing of gameplay systems. This includes being adept at communicating with your peers and colleagues in other disciplines, writing and maintaining design documents as well as testing implemented features and making sure they live up to expectations.
Your role goes beyond crafting engaging game play - it involves actively engaging with our community, giving sneak peaks of yours & the team's latest for work as well as working closely with our marketing team to come up with the best way to showcase the game. In doing this you will be central to shaping the interaction with the people that matters most to us - our players.
Skills that we are looking for
? Solid work experience in system design
? Solid work experience in gameplay design
? Experience with scripting
? Interest in strategy/war games; PDS games in particular
? Fluency in English
As a creative force at Paradox, you are expected to have a genuine passion for Grand Strategy Games and a good understanding of what makes them so appealing to our players. Visa mindre

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Character Artist with an added interest in leading artists to grow and create their best work. This role is central to upholding our high quality standards and our production velocity in order to deliver the best experience for our players.


This position is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and you will be reporting to the Art Manager of PDS Black. You will collaborate with the Art Director in leading the 3D Character Art team.
Responsibilities
Art Style & Quality Management
Produce high quality assets in a timely manner that set quality benchmarks for the project.


Own the quality, estimates and processes of the Character Team while maintaining a positive Peer Review environment.


Create briefs and convey quality expectations to internal and external artists. Handling outsourcing operations for 3D Art.


Be an expert on the tech and gameplay features on the project.

Project & Process Management
Assist in project planning and ensure smooth transition through the various project phases.


Provide rational and thought-out time estimates for art assets production.

People & Team Management
Conduct 1:1 meetings with artists on the team and mentor them in their artistic growth.


Be an advocate for your team and maintain a healthy, enriching team environment.

Experiences And Capabilities
You have a portfolio that demonstrates strong command of art fundamentals.


You have experience with industry standard tools such as Maya, Substance 3D, Zbrush or Blender.


You have a genuine enthusiasm for history and Grand Strategy games. Prior experience working with historical and/or map-based games is a plus.


You have a passion for leadership and mentoring in addition to creating beautiful art.


You possess a pragmatic, holistic vision of what success means for the game.


You have fantastic communication skills, both verbal and in writing.


You have a high degree of self-sufficiency and drive. You have a proven ability to set long-term goals for yourself and your team, as well as advocating for these within an organization.


You have technical affinity for how game engines work, scripting languages, rendering and related topics.



If you think that this description matches your background, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously for this position. In your application, please show us why your previous experiences and skills would work for this role and why you are interested in working at Paradox. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this. Visa mindre

Paradox is looking for a Release Engineer to join our game studio in Stockholm. You’ll help shape the way we deliver our games to millions of players worldwide and play a key role in building, releasing, and improving the pipelines that keep our games alive. Read on to learn how you can be part of a fun and talented team!
About the role
As a Release Engineer you will fulfill a critical part in delivering our builds to the customers. Additionally you will also be responsible for setting up the pipelines for continuous integration, and improving the processes around it by providing or developing the right tools and automations.
This role is cross functional and you are expected to work in collaboration with both game teams, central tech team as well as the product launch team. You will be given - and be expected to handle - a large degree of freedom.
Responsibilities
Work with the Tech Leads, Release Team and Build Team to ship our builds on all supported platforms and store fronts.
Setup and own strong processes around releases for our games together with our producers & QA.
Setup and maintain branching workflows that enable multiple teams in parallel to work independently on the same game.
Improve our CI/CD pipelines so they are stable, fast and feature complete.

Required Qualifications
Service minded approach with a passion for providing and improving critical development services.
Experience managing continuous integration systems such as GitLab.
Experience with Git.
Experience of Linux / macOS server administration.
Good verbal and written communication skills (English).

Experience in any of the following will be considered a plus
Familiarity with Paradox Development Studio games.
Experience with Test Automation Frameworks and Technology.
Experience with Python and/or C++.
Experience of working with and maintaining build system generator systems such as CMake / SCons.
Experience with releasing on Steam and/or other digital stores.
Experience with Gitlab



On a personal level, you have a strong sense of independence and an ability to take long-term ownership of your features. You also have an ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues.
Practical information
Scope: Fulltime and permanent
Location: Stockholm office, Sweden.
Reports to: Technical Director
Work is fully onsite. Visa mindre

Are you passionate about designing the systems and tools that power game creation?
Do you enjoy shaping workflows that make development smoother and more intuitive for artists, programmers, and designers?
Join our Engine & Tools team as an Engine Systems & Tools Designer, and help us bridge the gap between the engine development team and our users.
At Paradox, we are a vibrant mix of game developers and publishers, known worldwide for our strategy games. We're passionate about our gamers, with an active player base of over five million each month across the globe. We bring our games to life, creating immersive experiences for our ever-growing community.


What You’ll Do..
As an Engine Systems & Tools Designer, you’ll design and improve systems, tools, and workflows that support developers across multiple projects. You’ll work closely with programmers, technical leads, and other disciplines to ensure that our internal tools are intuitive, scalable, and tailored for building our Grand Strategy Games. Your work will directly impact how efficiently our teams create content and build our games.
Key Responsibilities
Design workflows, tools, and systems for content creation within the Engine & Tools team.
Act as a central contact for understanding and shaping tools and requirements within the engine development team.
Collaborate with programmers and stakeholders to ensure that tools align with both technical feasibility and creative needs.
Influence tool development based on current usage, priorities, and long-term goals.
Identify opportunities for shared technology and cross-project workflows.

What We’re Looking For
3+ Years experience in UX or workflow design—preferably within game development tools and workflows.
Strong understanding of the needs of technical and creative users (artists, designers, programmers).
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or other flowcharting software.
Familiarity with game development engines and tools (Unreal, Unity, or proprietary equivalents).
Good interpersonal skills for working closely with programmers and other disciplines.
Comfortable communicating in English, both written and spoken.

Good to have skills
Experience in C++ and Python to easier communicate with our programmers.

Working at Paradox means being part of a team that values creativity and quality, where you can make a difference and shape the world of strategy gaming. We embrace our nerdy culture, regularly interact with our fans through forums and events, and end each Friday with a social hour to unwind and connect.
If you're ready to take ownership of your work and grow as a game developer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Paradox and the Engine & Tools team! Visa mindre

Are you passionate about strategy games? Do you have a solid C++ background? Paradox Development Studio is offering an exciting opportunity for a Gameplay Programmer to join our dedicated team working on our latest grand strategy project, Victoria 3.
At Paradox, we are a vibrant mix of game developers and publishers, known worldwide for our strategy games. We're passionate about our gamers, with an active player base of over five million each month across the globe. We bring our games to life, creating immersive experiences for our ever-growing community.
We invite you to contribute to Victoria 3, a game that simulates a transformative century, starting from 1836. Your input will directly impact the game mechanics and systems, bringing to life our representation of global population dynamics, industrial revolution, and diplomatic endeavors on a grand scale.
The skills we’re looking for:
Proficiency in C++, with the ability to develop and maintain well-engineered code, focusing on stability and performance.
Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, with the aptitude to take full ownership of features from understanding the design to implementing the code.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken, to effectively collaborate in our international team.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, capable of contributing positively to team dynamics and achieving project goals.

Working at Paradox means being part of a team that values creativity and quality, where you can make a difference and shape the world of strategy gaming. We embrace our nerdy culture, regularly interact with our fans through forums and events, and end each Friday with a social hour to unwind and connect.
If you're ready to take ownership of your work and grow as a game developer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Paradox and the Victoria team! Visa mindre

Paradox Studio Gold is looking for an experienced Game Programmer to join our team.
In this role you will take charge of defining and implementing technical solutions to gameplay needs creating new features and systems and updating existing ones.
You will be part of an interdisciplinary team effort and work for the shared goal of creating new and deep strategic gameplay with an eye on our player’s motivations and experience.
You are trusted with defining, estimating and owning your contributions to the game and the team with autonomy, initiative and creativity to help achieve a great final product.
The ideal candidate has an interest in creating user-focused systems and is driven to iterate. They are willing to involve themselves and provide ideas and solutions in all the different aspects that make a great strategy game such as systems, ui, graphics, multiplayer and more.
Responsibilities:
Build and maintain large c++ codebases with high standards of stability and performance.
Contribute to design and implement the different game features and the tools to efficiently create the best content for them.
Balance system flexibility and scriptability with performance and stability.
Own your work and strive to make it the best it can be within itself and as part of the larger game.
Constantly look for ways to grow as a professional and help others do the same.

Skills:
5+ years of C++ game programming.
Experience creating test and content creation tools.
Comfortable communication in written and spoken English.
Good communication skills both in person and in documentation.
Autonomy and initiative within collaborative environments in long term projects for teams big and small.

If you are willing to pour your passion, technical and collaborative skills into exploring new ways of creating deep history based strategic gameplay experiences send us your application!
Department
Games Programming


Role
Game Programmer


Locations
Stockholm - Studio Gold Visa mindre

Are you passionate about graphics technology and creating immersive gaming experiences? Do you have a strong C++ background and a deep understanding of 3D graphics and GPU technologies? Join our Engine & Tools team as an Engine Graphics Programmer, where you’ll help build and enhance the technical foundation for our games.
At Paradox, we are a vibrant mix of game developers and publishers, known worldwide for our strategy games. We're passionate about our gamers, with an active player base of over five million each month across the globe. We bring our games to life, creating immersive experiences for our ever-growing community.


What You'll Do


As an Engine Graphics Programmer, you will help design, implement, and maintain advanced graphical systems that bring our games to life. You’ll collaborate with game programmers, artists, and content designers to optimize their workflows and ensure high-quality visuals across platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Help design, implement, and optimize graphical features, shaders, and rendering backends.
Work closely with technical leads, game developers, and artists to align engine functionality with creative goals.
Ensure systems meet performance benchmarks and run efficiently across platforms.

What We’re Looking For
3+ Years of C++ Programming Experience, Preferably in the game industry.
Expertise in 3D Graphics & GPU Tech with strong knowledge of rendering pipelines, HLSL, and compute shaders.
Experience with proprietary game engines and rendering APIs like DirectX12 and Vulkan.
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex performance issues.
Comfortable working with multithreaded environments.
Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly in English.

Working at Paradox means being part of a team that values creativity and quality, where you can make a difference and shape the world of strategy gaming. We embrace our nerdy culture, regularly interact with our fans through forums and events, and end each Friday with a social hour to unwind and connect.
If you're ready to take ownership of your work and grow as a game developer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Paradox and the Engine & Tools team! Visa mindre

As a Game Designer you will be focusing on designing and balancing engaging gameplay mechanics. Hearts of Iron, the grand strategy wargame, have over a million players monthly (and growing) expectantly waiting for what’s next for their favorite franchise.
Game Designer Hearts of Iron
We're on the lookout for a game designer driven by a passion for their craft and a fervor for crafting thrilling experiences for our players. If you're someone who finds motivation in the autonomy to lead tasks and deliver outstanding results, you're the ideal fit. Your element is a creative and collaborative space where the enthusiasm for our work is infectious, and everyone around you is not just doing a job but crafting the games we all love. A keen interest in history and its narratives is a great plus.
Your mission
You will be working closely with the Game Director and be the owner of the design in feature teams. Taking ownership of the designs means that you will be working hands-on from research, to design, implementation and balancing of gameplay systems. This includes being adept at communicating with your peers and colleagues in other disciplines, writing and maintaining design documents as well as testing implemented features and making sure they live up to expectations.
Your role goes beyond crafting engaging game play - it involves actively engaging with our community, giving sneak peaks of yours & the team's latest for work as well as working closely with our marketing team to come up with the best way to showcase the game. In doing this you will be central to shaping the interaction with the people that matters most to us - our players.
Skills that we are looking for
Solid work experience in system design


Solid work experience in gameplay design


Experience with scripting


Interest in strategy/war games; PDS games in particular


Fluency in English

As a creative force at Paradox, you are expected to have a genuine passion for Grand Strategy Games and a good understanding of what makes them so appealing to our players. Visa mindre

We're looking for a talented Game Programmer to join our team and work on exciting projects. As a Game Programmer, you will be an essential part of a team that solves challenging problems and develops features and systems that shape our games. You will have a high level of ownership over your work and will need to manage this efficiently.
You will work in a cross-discipline team that collaborates closely to craft the best possible player experiences. You should be good at cooperating with people and passionate about building great games!
If you are willing to learn and constantly push yourself to improve, don't hesitate and send us your application!
What Will You Be Doing?
Build and maintain well-engineered C++ code with high levels of stability and performance.
Design and implement features in different aspects of the game such as gameplay systems, AI, networking, graphics, user interface, scripting and optimization.
Solve interesting problems, ranging from designing and building new systems from scratch to optimizing features to be both performant and scriptable.
Collaborate daily with other programmers, designers and artists.
Continue to level-up as a programmer by sharing knowledge with your team and being open to learning from them.

Who Are We Looking For?
2+ years of C++ game programming.
Good debugging skills.
A sense of independence and an ability to take long-term ownership of your features and ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues.
Comfortable communicating with English, both written and spoken.

The ideal candidate has an interest in creating user-focused systems and is driven to iterate. As a person, you are positive, dedicated, responsible, and love a challenge. An interest in our games will be considered a plus.
Practical information
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Studio Manager/Programming Manager
Location: Stockholm Visa mindre

Are you a creative and dedicated tech industry professional with experience in game design? Are you a humble and learning focused leader who wants to coach people through their career? Are you interested in Paradox Development Studio and our brands and eager to help us take them to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
As a Design Manager on the Hearts of Iron team at our development studio in Stockholm, you will be manager of our Designers with the overall responsibility for enabling the team to thrive and deliver on their tasks.
As Design Manager you will also work directly with the game, and you will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
We are seeking people who are able to take on a lead role in a multi domain discipline. The Design team on Hearts of Iron includes UX Design, Content Design and Game Design. As their manager, being able to navigate these elements is an important part of the job.


Responsibilities
Assume personnel responsibilities and directly manage the Designers on the team.



Be able to organize and coordinate the design process for a feature or system, set clear goals and expectations for a design task, and occasionally act as the Coordinator of a feature team



Coordinate between feature teams on a project level and make sure feature teams have feature owners.



Fostering an open and trusting environment



Assure staffing needs are met on our projects



Performance evaluations & feedback



Hands on work with Design and implementation

Required qualifications
Manager experience within a team or department



Passion for leadership, mentoring and coaching, as well as organizational development



Experience working in a role that requires a mix of a mind for strategy as well as excellent communication and collaboration skills



Experience within Narrative, Content, Level Design or Game Design



Scripting experience



Fluent in English, both written and spoken



As a person, we think you are the type who enjoys seeing the people around you improve and who gains satisfaction from helping others overcome their obstacles. You know how to apply your own experience and learnings from working as a designer. As a manager you are attentive and humble and are able to coach your team members to develop on a professional level. You understand the importance of building trust and you know how to be open and approachable. You are not afraid of conflicts and you are able to navigate them in a constructive manner.


You are comfortable in decision making and can easily anticipate the impact and consequences it will have. You also have experience working in a large organization, and understand the organizational challenges and processes associated with company growth.


Practical information
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Operations manager
Location: This position is based in Stockholm.
If you think that this description matches your background, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously for this position. In your application, please show us why your previous experiences and skills would work for this role and why you are interested in working at Paradox. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this. Visa mindre

We're looking for a talented Game Programmer to join our team and work on exciting projects. As a Game Programmer, you will be an essential part of a team that solves challenging problems and develops features and systems that shape our games. You will have a high level of ownership over your work and will need to manage this efficiently.
You will work in a cross-discipline team that collaborates closely to craft the best possible player experiences. You should be good at cooperating with people and passionate about building great games!
If you are willing to learn and constantly push yourself to improve, don't hesitate and send us your application!
What Will You Be Doing?
Build and maintain well-engineered C++ code with high levels of stability and performance.
Design and implement features in different aspects of the game such as gameplay systems, AI, networking, graphics, user interface, scripting and optimization.
Solve interesting problems, ranging from designing and building new systems from scratch to optimizing features to be both performant and scriptable.
Collaborate daily with other programmers, designers and artists.
Continue to level-up as a programmer by sharing knowledge with your team and being open to learning from them.

Who Are We Looking For?
2+ years of C++ game programming.
Good debugging skills.
A sense of independence and an ability to take long-term ownership of your features and ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues.
Comfortable communicating with English, both written and spoken.

The ideal candidate has an interest in creating user-focused systems and is driven to iterate. As a person, you are positive, dedicated, responsible, and love a challenge. An interest in our games will be considered a plus.
Practical information
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Studio Manager/Programming Manager
Location: Stockholm Visa mindre

Your Mission


As a QA Analyst at Studio Gold, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the functional quality of our games, including Hearts of Iron IV as well as other new projects. Together with the QA Team, you will work in close collaboration with all the internal development teams and project leadership to create and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the highest quality standard of our games and processes alike. Serving as an on-site project stakeholder, you'll answer queries with minimal delegation, while simultaneously leading, tracking, and supporting both internal and outsourced QA team members, which you will serve as the primary point of contact for. A key aspect of your role will be to monitor and communicate project health reports and proactively highlighting risks to project leadership. In collaboration with production and project leadership, you'll oversee and execute QA cycles to meet the highest quality standards.
The skills we’re searching for…
2+ years of hands-on QA experience or a relevant game school degree.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of communicating complex subjects to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Fluent in English.

We take all discussions to the round table where we expect everyone to foster a collaborative and supportive environment, where all ideas and opinions are valued. We would love to hear about the specific skill set you bring to the table and how you will contribute to our journey.
Practical Information
Scope: Full-time position.
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Reports to: QA Manager
We do not offer any relocation assistance for this position. Visa mindre

Are you passionate about gaming communities and connecting players with developers? We are looking for a Community Manager to bridge the gap between our player community and the development team. If you have deep game knowledge, thrive on engagement, and want to help shape the player experience, this role is for you!


What You’ll Do:


Manage Community Platforms – Oversee and engage with players on forums, Reddit, Discord, Steam, and modding communities.
Player Feedback & Sentiment Analysis – Gather and compile community feedback, providing valuable insights to the development team.
Plan & Support Developer Engagement – Organize and facilitate developer-led activities such as live streams, Q&As;, AMAs, and in-person events.
Support Marketing & Product Initiatives – Assist in community-involved marketing campaigns and ensure smooth collaboration between the dev team and product team.
Moderation & Community Oversight – Oversee forums, Steam Workshop, and community spaces, including planning dev diaries and managing community ambassadors.
Community Programs & Modding Support – Help organize modding events and other initiatives that involve the developer team.
Crisis & Release Management – Support game launches, updates, and crisis situations from a community perspective.
Beta Programs & Bug Reporting – Manage beta testers, collect feedback, and assist QA with testing and bug reporting when possible.
Cross-Team Collaboration – Work closely with Community Programs Managers, Social Media Specialist, and Influencer Management teams to ensure alignment with studio goals.
What We’re Looking For:


Deep Game Knowledge – Plays the game extensively and understands its mechanics, features, and community dynamics.
Strong Player Engagement – Social, approachable, and comfortable interacting with players online and at live events.
Crisis & Problem-Solving Skills – Able to handle player concerns, especially during updates and releases.
Excellent Communication & Coordination – Works well across teams, ensuring community feedback influences development.
Experience with Moderation & Community Management – Background in managing online gaming communities, including moderation and ambassador programs.
Flexibility & Availability – Willing to engage with players and address game-related concerns during key moments like updates and releases.
Why Join Us?


Be the voice of the player community within the development team. Visa mindre

Are you ready to lead the game with over a million passionate players every month? At Paradox Development Studio Gold, we’re looking for a Tech Lead to guide and inspire our team for the Hearts of Iron franchise. This is more than a tech role – it’s a chance to shape the future of a game that brings history to life, challenges the mind, and unites a global community.
Tech Lead Hearts of Iron
In this role, you’ll blend hands-on programming with strategic leadership, ensuring our team overcomes technical challenges to deliver the next great experiences in Hearts of Iron. If you’re an experienced programmer with an eye for strategy, creativity in problem-solving, and a passion for mentorship, this is the opportunity to make a real impact.
Key-responsibilities:
Provide mentorship to the programming team: coach, guide and develop their technical skills.
Define the technical vision for the game, setting clear technical objectives that support the creative vision and product roadmap.
Drive enhancements to the game, working with the existing codebase to ensure the optimal performance of the game across target hardware platforms.
Make sure the team works efficiently and maintains velocity throughout the development

Your role will include collaboration with other leads on the project to remove blockers, keep production moving forward, and balance technical decisions within the project leadership team. You will also be supporting and developing efficient technical solutions to gameplay problems and keeping an eye on performance & stability as well as (time permitting) practically implementing features and systems as needed. You will be expected to work proactively with your responsibilities and as this is a multilayered role, be able to prioritize among your tasks.
Requirements
Solid C++ Expertise – Experienced in writing clean, efficient code in a collaborative environment.
Passion for Strategy Games – A fan of Paradox grand strategy games and excited to make a mark on Hearts of Iron.
Growth-Oriented – A drive to expand your responsibilities, evolve in your role, and foster growth within the team.
Comfortable communicating with English, both written and spoken

Practical information
Scope: Full-time and permanent
Reports to: Lead Producer
Location: Stockholm, Sweden Visa mindre

Are you ready to conquer the world together with us? Do you want to be part of a humble and learning-focused team that has the players interest in mind? If you are ready to join us in the march towards the next level of Hearts of Iron, and have a strong experience of strategy games or wargames in general, we want you on our team!


Your mission


As a Content Designer on the Hearts of Iron team you will be a champion of the player experience, and work with the quality and feel of the game. You will be researching, designing, scripting, and writing engaging content for the game. Your work will have a direct impact on how Hearts of Iron is received and perceived by our fans.
You will design and implement gameplay systems and experiences based on 20th century history. Together with the other Content Designers in the team, you will be designing and implementing historical narratives, and writing events in American English that thematically fit within the game. You will be researching related topics and creating believable non-historical storylines that use historical events as an inspiration.
The skills we’re searching for…
An interest in Strategy games and History in general, especially in the Second World War era.
Top notch writing skills, with an excellent command of American English.
Experience in narrative design, game design, or experience performing similar tasks in the modding community.
Experience in code-based scripting.



You will be working in a team that values collaboration and cooperation. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and an ability to get into things quickly are two important aspects.
If you find it motivating to have freedom and the responsibility to take ownership of your task and deliver, but also know when to rely on others for support as well as being a supportive team member, then we’re looking forward to hearing your thoughts on how we can bring Hearts of Iron to the next level.
Practical information
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Design Manager
Location: Stockholm


We will not relocate for this position! Visa mindre

Are you passionate about creating engaging experiences for our players?
As a Game Designer you will be focusing on designing and balancing engaging gameplay mechanics. We are looking for you to join us in building the next generation of Grand Strategy Games!
Game Designer Unannounced Project
We're on the lookout for a game designer driven by a passion for their craft and a fervor for crafting thrilling experiences for our players. If you're someone who finds motivation in the autonomy to lead tasks and deliver outstanding results, you're the ideal fit. Your element is a creative and collaborative space where the enthusiasm for our work is infectious, and everyone around you is not just doing a job but crafting the games we all love.
Your mission
You will be working closely with the Design Lead and be the owner of the design in feature teams. Taking ownership of the designs means that you will be working hands-on from research, to design, implementation and balancing of gameplay systems. This includes being adept at communicating with your peers and colleagues in other disciplines, writing and maintaining design documents as well as testing implemented features and making sure they live up to expectations.
Your role goes beyond crafting engaging game play - it involves actively engaging with our community, giving sneak peaks of yours & the team's latest for work as well as working closely with our marketing team to come up with the best way to showcase the game. In doing this you will be central to shaping the interaction with the people that matters most to us - our players.
Skills that we are looking for
Work experience in system design
Work experience in gameplay design
Experience with scripting
Interest in strategy/war games; PDS games in particular
Fluency in English Visa mindre

Your Mission
As a QA Analyst at Studio Gold, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the functional quality of our games, including Hearts of Iron IV as well as other new projects. Together with the QA Team, you will work in close collaboration with all the internal development teams and project leadership to create and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the highest quality standard of our games and processes alike.
Serving as an on-site project stakeholder, you'll answer queries with minimal delegation, while simultaneously leading, tracking, and supporting both internal and outsourced QA team members, which you will serve as the primary point of contact for. A key aspect of your role will be to monitor and communicate project health reports and proactively highlighting risks to project leadership. In collaboration with production and project leadership, you'll oversee and execute QA cycles to meet the highest quality standards.
The skills we’re searching for…
2+ years of hands-on QA experience or a relevant game school degree.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of communicating complex subjects to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Fluent in English.

We take all discussions to the round table where we expect everyone to foster a collaborative and supportive environment, where all ideas and opinions are valued. We would love to hear about the specific skill set you bring to the table and how you will contribute to our journey.
Practical Information
Scope: Full-time position.
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Reports to: QA Manager
Remote status: Office-based, with weekly optional "work from home" days.
We will not relocate for this position! Visa mindre

Are you a passionate and creative manager, with a strong technical background? PDS Black - home of Crusader Kings - is looking for a Managing Release Engineer to help build our studio towards continued success.


About the role
As a Managing Release Engineer you will fulfill a critical part in delivering our builds to the customers. Additionally you will also be responsible for setting up the pipelines for continuous integration, and improving the processes around it.
You will be reporting to the Tech Director and have managerial responsibilities for parts of the Programmer team.
This role is cross functional and you are expected to work in collaboration with both game teams, central tech teams as well as the product launch team. You will be given - and be expected to handle - a large degree of freedom.
Responsibilities
Work with the Tech Director, Tech Lead, Product, Build and Release Team to ship our builds on all supported platforms and store fronts.


Setup and own strong processes around releases for our games together with our producers & QA.


Setup and maintain branching workflows that enable multiple teams in parallel to work independently on the same game.


Improve our CI/CD pipelines so they are stable, fast and feature complete.

Required Qualifications
Service minded approach with a passion for providing and improving critical development services.


Experience maintaining continuous integration systems such as Jenkins with Groovy.


Experience with Git.


Experience with C++.


Experience of Linux / macOS server administration.


Good verbal and written communication skills (English).

Experience in any of the following will be considered a plus
Familiarity with Paradox Development Studio games.


Experience with Test Automation Frameworks and Technology.


Experience with Python.


Experience of working with and maintaining build system generator systems such as CMake / SCons.


Experience with releasing on Steam and/or other digital stores.


Experience with Gitlab.

On a personal level, you have a strong sense of independence and an ability to take long-term ownership of your features. You also have an ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues.


Practical information
Scope: Fulltime and permanent, hybrid
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Reports to: Tech Director
If you think that this description matches you, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.


At Paradox Interactive we celebrate difference and care deeply about diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage you, no matter who you are, to apply for this job if you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
Or, know someone who would be a perfect fit? Let them know! Visa mindre

At Paradox Development Studio Gold, we're passionate about creating games that bring the most value to our players. We are passionate about our games and believe in a relentless focus on player value, always striving to improve what we do. Trust is a key part of how we operate, empowering each team member to take ownership of their work. We understand that not all solutions can be perfect and that doing something good enough can be better than not doing anything at all. We take pride in our success and know that it's the responsibility of every individual in our studio.
Your mission
As the Release Engineer you are the Studio Golds champion, you lead in build and automation, advocating for best practices and optimizing internal workflows. Operating as a one-person team, you proactively address immediate issues while strategically planning long-term improvements. Your role involves collaborating with Game Teams and the centralized Build Team to deliver builds across platforms and enhance continuous integration pipelines through tool development and process refinement.
You will set up and own strong processes around releases for our games together with our producers & QA. You will also set up and maintain branching workflows that enable multiple teams in parallel to work independently on the same game. As a Release Engineer, you will introduce automations and tools to improve the efficiency of the development team and improve our CI/CD pipelines so they are stable, fast and feature complete.
Required knowledge:
Understanding CI/CD
Proficiency in scripting with Python and Bash
Knowledge of version controlling with Git
Experience of Linux / macOS server administration
Good verbal and written communication skills (English)



Additionally, it’s a bonus if you have hands-on experience with GitLab pipelines and automation tools like Jenkis. You're familiar with C++ programming language and possess a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle. Moreover, if you have experience playing Grand Strategy Games in general, with a particular focus on Hearts of Iron 4, that would be an added advantage.
On a personal level, you like to take initiative and have a strong sense of independence and ownership of what you do. You thrive when you get to communicate and collaborate with the team and look forward to making games with us.
At Paradox we firmly believe in nurturing our talent, we offer opportunities for professional development and learning. Our open collaborative environment encourages the sharing and implementation of ideas. Visa mindre

As a Game Designer you will be focusing on designing and balancing engaging gameplay mechanics. Hearts of Iron, the grand strategy wargame, have over a million players monthly (and growing) expectantly waiting for what’s next for their favorite franchise.
Game Designer Hearts of Iron
We're on the lookout for a game designer driven by a deep passion for their craft and a fervor for crafting thrilling experiences for our players. If you're someone who finds motivation in the autonomy to lead tasks and deliver outstanding results, you're the ideal fit. Your element is a creative and collaborative space where the enthusiasm for our work is infectious, and everyone around you is not just doing a job but crafting the games we all love.
Your mission
You will be working closely with the Design Lead and be the owner of the design in feature teams. Taking ownership of the designs means that you will be working hands-on from research, to design, implementation and balancing of gameplay systems. This includes being adept at communicating with your peers and colleagues in other disciplines, writing and maintaining design documents as well as testing implemented features and making sure they live up to expectations.
Your role goes beyond crafting engaging game play - it involves actively engaging with our community, giving sneak peaks of yours & the team's latest for work as well as working closely with our marketing team to come up with the best way to showcase the game. In doing this you will be central to shaping the interaction with the people that matters most to us - our players.
Skills that we are looking for
Work experience in system design
Work experience in gameplay design
Experience with scripting
Interest in strategy/war games; PDS games in particular
Fluency in English



As a creative force at Paradox, you are expected to have a genuine passion for Grand Strategy Games and a good understanding of what makes them so appealing to our players. Visa mindre

We are working on a new Grand Strategy game led by veterans from several of our previous titles such as Hearts of Iron 4 and Crusader Kings 3. We are now looking for a Content Designer to join our team in Stockholm. You will be focused on designing, scripting, and writing engaging game content, with a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
Your Mission
As a Content Designer, you will use our in-house scripting language to design and implement gameplay systems and content, following the creative vision and scope of the project. You will be creating believable non-historical storylines that immerse the player in our world, writing events in American English that thematically fit within the game.


As a Content Designer, you’re passionate about your craft and thrive on creating exciting experiences for our players. It’s important that you find motivation in having the freedom and responsibility to take ownership of tasks, driving your progress by actively requesting feedback and support as needed. You care about player experience and you’re energized by the idea of our many fans around the world enjoying your work after release. You thrive in an open, and creative environment where people around you love their jobs and the games we make, and where your participation is encouraged in discussions ranging from technical implementation to art direction and game design.
Skills we are looking for
Fluent in English with solid command of written American English
Professional experience in game content design, quest design or experience performing similar tasks in the modding community
A general interest in Strategy games
A pronounced and varied interest in fiction (in particular alt-history, science fiction, fantasy, steampunk, post-apocalyptic, and others)

Our team values collaboration and cooperation between all disciplines. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, continuously look for improvements and try to inspire your colleagues at all times. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and a drive to get into things quickly are two important aspects.
As a creative force at Paradox, you are expected to have a genuine passion for Grand Strategy Games and a good understanding of what makes them so appealing to our players.
Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in game projects, game mods and any other content that you have produced for games or other media, or even for tabletop roleplaying games. Visa mindre

About the role
The Studio Manager is the equivalent of a Managing Director of a local company.
As such, the Studio Manager is responsible for developing, maintaining and executing on the long term Business Plan of the studio. This plan contains long- and short term goals as well as a roadmap for studio growth.


The Studio Manager is responsible for the execution of the business plan together with an adequately staffed leadership team of their choice. Managing this leadership team means providing guidance and delegating responsibilities to executives in their duties. As well as overseeing the Studio's business operations, financial performance and providing strategic leadership to all employees.


It is also the responsibility of the Studio Manager to assure that all legal and regulatory documents are filed to the Legal team at HQ. And monitoring compliance with local laws and regulations as well as being the contact person for local authorities.


Creating an environment in which people excel with high levels of passion, commitment and engagement should be a top priority for a Studio Manager!


Running a local business also means contributing to the Studio Group and Paradox as a whole. The long-term goals and strategy of Paradox mark the boundaries in which you operate your business. We want a Studio Manager to consistently achieve and deliver repeatable project success.


The Studio Manager is encouraged to share knowledge and contribute to the development of the Studio Group. This is particularly important to studios who use the same game engine. Keeping an open dialogue with stakeholders and fellow Studio Managers will drive organizational success and help us make better games.


Qualifications
Proven skills of making great games
Business minded and with a drive to improve
Successful track record of building efficient solutions with external studios on a variety of platforms,
Grand Strategy Game experience,
Previous experience of managing managers in a similar context
Experience in senior management of an organization or department
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Great understanding of how to achieve studio goals and how to develop the organization for future success Visa mindre

Join us in pioneering the next evolution of Paradox Grand Strategy, where your creativity and passion for games drive exceptional player experiences! We are in development of a brand new non-historical game led by veterans from several of our previous titles such as Hearts of Iron 4 and Crusader Kings 3, going all the way back to Europa Universalis 3.


Your mission
We're looking for a C++ Game Programmer who thrives in collaborative environments and is eager to take on challenges. The perfect candidate is someone who understands strategy games and wants to create the best experience for the player. We value prior experience from playing or modding our games, but a general interest in game design and UX is also good.
For this role we will prioritize candidates that already are located in Sweden.
We’re entering the production phase of development on a new Grand Strategy game and we have a programming team with a lot of experience. Our team champions an open culture where you’re encouraged to contribute in all aspects of the game and we regularly discuss technical design, art direction and game design. We’re encouraging every team member to play an important role in our games success. You will be supported in your work by your tech lead and more senior programmers. The team works mainly from the office, where we find collaboration to be at its best, but there are also options to work remotely on some days.
If you’re passionate about making strategy games, want to take ownership of the features you develop, and grow alongside a team of experts, then make sure to contact us!


Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain well-engineered C++ code with high levels of stability and performance.
Design and implement features in multiple areas such as gameplay systems, user interface, graphics, and our scripting language.
Collaborate daily with other programmers, designers and artists.
Continue to level-up as a programmer through feature work, code reviews, guidance, and feedback.

Requirements
Solid C++ knowledge
An interest in strategy games in general and Paradox grand strategy games in particular
Comfortable communicating with English, both written and spoken
A drive to learn and grow into more responsibility and ownership over time

Paradox Development Studio
At Paradox Development Studio we enjoy working close to our products and our fans and our developers regularly interact with players through forums and events, such as PDXCon. We think it’s important to get to know our colleagues so we end each Friday with a social hour at 4pm where we embrace our nerdy culture by chatting over a beer or breaking out into meeting rooms with board games and old video game consoles. Visa mindre

Are you an accomplished UX Designer looking for new and exciting challenges? Do you have an interest in making the complex seem simple? Do you have the drive and passion to push for new and innovative experiences for strategy gamers?
Your mission
As a User Experience Designer, you will be helping us create efficient and engaging interfaces, and ease the learning curve of deep and complex strategy games on a grand scale. You will be a challenging force that will try to innovate and push new ideas, leading to better games that are more approachable while retaining their deep gameplay. Together with other designers, you will develop style guides and methods for securing a better user experience for our players.
Create mockups, wireframes, and prototypes of new interfaces, and evaluate and improve existing ones
Coordinate with designers, programmers, and artists and make changes to both UI and gameplay mechanics if necessary
Share input and ideas around sound effects for interfaces with the Audio Director
Drive innovation and provide a fresh perspective to User Experience in User Interface design
Effectively document and present your designs to the rest of the team



The skills we're searching for
Professional experience as a UX Designer, UI Designer, or equivalent
Fluency in English both written and spoken
Familiarity with and/or interest in Paradox Development Studios games and brands
Interest in or experience with scripting, to be able to Iterate on your designs in-game using our in-house scripting language.
Interest in history: especially, the medieval period.



If you have experience with UI animations, user-testing, or any kind of programming that will be beneficial, but is not a requirement. On a personal level, you are driven towards innovation and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. You know how to inspire others by shedding new light on existing problems and coming up with new solutions. You have excellent communication skills and can easily communicate with fellow designers, programmers, and other team members. You are also very structured and able to keep style guides and other design documents up-to-date.
Practical information
Scope: Full-time and permanent
Reports to: Design Manager
Location: Stockholm
We do not offer any relocation assistance for this position. Visa mindre

Are you passionate about strategy games? Do you have a solid C++ background? At Paradox Development Studio, we're offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Gameplay Programmer to join our dedicated team working on our latest grand strategy project, Victoria 3.
Your mission
Embark on a Grand Strategy Journey with Victoria 3 as a Gameplay Programmer at Paradox Development Studio
At Paradox, we are a vibrant mix of game developers and publishers, known worldwide for our strategy games. We're passionate about our gamers, with an active player base of over five million each month across the globe. We bring our games to life, creating immersive experiences for our ever-growing community.
We're offering you a chance to contribute to Victoria 3, a game that simulates a transformative century, starting from 1836. Your input will directly impact the game mechanics and systems, bringing to life our representation of global population dynamics, the industrial revolution, and diplomatic endeavors on a grand scale.
The skills we’re looking for:
Proficiency in C++, with the ability to develop and maintain well-engineered code, focusing on stability and performance.
Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, with the aptitude to take full ownership of features from understanding the design to implementing the code.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken, to effectively collaborate in our international team.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, capable of contributing positively to team dynamics and achieving project goals.



Working at Paradox means being part of a team that values creativity and quality, where you can make a difference and shape the world of strategy gaming. We embrace our nerdy culture, regularly interact with our fans through forums and events, and end each Friday with a social hour to unwind and connect.
If you're ready to take ownership of your work and grow as a game developer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Paradox and the Victoria team! Visa mindre

How to keep Audio fresh after 1,000+ hours of playtime? At Paradox Audio, that’s the main driver that influences every decision we make. We believe our players deserve to get an engaging, dynamic soundscape that will provide the best audio feedback while continuously evolving with each story they decide to play out in any of our titles.


Your mission
You will be tasked with forging that soundscape through producing, implementing, and mixing sound effects, music, and dialogue. You’ll be collaborating with Audio Directors as well as fellow sound designers, composers, content designers, game designers, artists, programmers, etc., for a variety of projects across all of Paradox Development Studios.
You are a specialist in your field and own your work, so we trust you to funnel all the wisdom and skill that you’ve developed through your previous game audio seasons and help us achieve greatness.
This means: being responsible for the sound creation from beginning to end, working with audio libraries, recording equipment, or any new approach you might bring with you. We encourage curiosity, embracing change, and learning from mistakes. We serve our development and marketing teams and engage in several other audio initiatives across the organization. We strive to make others better and get shit done. Our team structure offers you an opportunity to influence high-level decisions and push yourself to learn skills you lack.


The skills we’re searching for...
Experience working as a sound designer in the games industry.
Knowledgeable in sound design and implementation and the stages game audio goes through from start to finish.
Experience with authoring and mixing in surround formats.
Experience with Wwise and FMOD.
Experience scripting game audio into a project.
Strong organizational skills, documentation, and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with cross-discipline teams



We would love to hear if you share our passion for Game Audio, and are looking for an opportunity to challenge yourself further. A great sound designer needs focus and sharp critical listening skills, while also being independent in problem-solving, and highly adaptable. However, it takes a team to prevail, and in roundtable discussions, we thrive. Everyone’s ideas are equally valued, and we're looking forward to hearing your thoughts on what we can do better and how!


Practical information
Scope: Full-time, permanent
Reports to: Head of Audio
Location: Stockholm, Södermalm Visa mindre

Are you ready to explore the universe? Fly among the stars and expand the horizon? Do you want to be part of a vision that inspires, not only us, but also our players? If you are ready for a journey among the stars, with a crew that offers freedom, trust and ownership. We'd love for you to come on board and help us in our journey towards the future.
Your Mission
As a Content Designer on Stellaris, it is your mission to conceive and implement captivating narratives, allowing players to explore their fantasies on a galactic scale. Additionally, you will be designing mechanics that will challenge and delight hardcore fans and new players alike.
As a team, we concept and prototype, write narratives, and edit one another's work. Using our in-house scripting language, we bring our ideas to life. We research diligently and hunt everywhere for inspiration. We collaborate, challenge ourselves, and take pride in what we create.
We aim to be the best in the business, and we set our sights on the stars.
The skills we’re searching for…
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
Experience in narrative design or game design.
Experience with or interest in code-based scripting.
Ability to work independently or in collaboration with other developers with assigned tasks and take responsibility for delivering work according to the project’s schedule
A strong passion for and interest in Stellaris and/or knowledge and experience of other Paradox Development Studio Grand Strategy Games



We are seeking new team members who enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other, but every individual designer is also given the freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and to deliver. We care about quality and are motivated by the idea of our many fans around the world praising our work after release. Content Designers thrive in a modern, creative environment, where our colleagues enjoy their jobs as well as the games we make. The perfect candidate will not be afraid to raise issues, continuously strive to improve, and seek to inspire their teammates.
We were never meant to journey alone and we can’t wait to hear how you can contribute to our crew.

Practical information:
Scope: Full-time and Permanent
Reports to: Design Director
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Remote status:
We do not offer any relocation assistance for this position. Visa mindre

Are you a crafty planner with a knack for QA? Do you share our dedication of providing the ultimate experience for the players and community of Crusader Kings? If so, then apply to our fantastic QA department where you will help us make great games, for everyone.
Your Mission
As a QA Analyst at Studio Black, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the functional quality of the Crusader Kings franchise. Together with the QA Manager, you will work in close collaboration with the internal development teams and project leadership to create and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the highest quality standard of our games and processes alike.
Serving as an on-site project stakeholder, you'll answer queries with minimal delegation, while simultaneously leading, tracking, and supporting both internal and outsourced QA team members, which you will serve as the primary point of contact for. A key aspect of your role will be to monitor and communicate project health reports and proactively highlighting risks to project leadership. In collaboration with production, project leadership, and QA management, you'll oversee and execute QA cycles to meet the highest quality standards.
The skills we’re searching for…
2+ years of hands-on QA experience or a relevant game school degree.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of communicating complex subjects to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Fluent in English.



We take all discussions to the round table where we expect everyone to foster a collaborative and supportive environment, where all ideas and opinions are valued. We would love to hear about the specific skill set you bring to the table and how you will contribute to our journey.
Practical Information
Scope: Full-time position.
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Reports to: QA Manager
Remote status: Office-based, with weekly optional "work from home" days.
We do not offer any relocation assistance for this position. Visa mindre

Are you ready to conquer the world together with us? Do you want to be part of a humble and learning-focused team that has the players interest in mind? If you are ready to join us in the march towards the next level of Hearts of Iron, and have a strong experience of strategy games or wargames in general, we would like to see your application!
Your mission
As a Content Designer on the Hearts of Iron team you will be a champion of the player experience, and work with the quality and feel of the game. You will be researching, designing, scripting, and writing engaging content for the game. Your work will have a direct impact on how Hearts of Iron is received and perceived by our fans.
You will design and implement gameplay systems and experiences based on 20th century history. Together with the other Content Designers in the team, you will be designing and implementing historical narratives, and writing events in American English that thematically fit within the game. You will be researching related topics and creating believable non-historical storylines that use historical events as an inspiration.


The skills we’re searching for…
An interest in Strategy games and History in general, especially in the Second World War era.
Top notch writing skills, with an excellent command of American English.
Professional experience in narrative design, game design, or experience performing similar tasks in the modding community.
Experience in code-based scripting.



You will be working in a team that values collaboration and cooperation. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and an ability to get into things quickly are two important aspects.
If you find it motivating to have freedom and the responsibility to take ownership of your task and deliver, but also know when to rely on others for support as well as being a supportive team member, then we’re looking forward to hearing your thoughts on how we can bring Hearts of Iron to the next level.
Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in writing samples and any other content that you have produced for games or other media, or even for tabletop roleplaying games. Visa mindre

Are you ready to explore the universe? Fly among the stars and expand the horizon? Do you want to be part of a vision that inspires, not only us, but also our players? If you are ready for a journey among the stars, with a crew that offers freedom, trust and ownership. We'd love for you to come on board and help us in our journey towards the future.
Your Mission
As an AI Designer on Stellaris working internally with the development studio in Stockholm, you will work closely with the coding team and help define the architecture and structure of the AI behavior as well as implement and test the intended AI behavior. Another part of your responsibilities will be identifying issues with the existing AI behavior and help expand and improve upon it by carefully weighing cost vs benefit. You will write documentation for AI behavior, gameplay features and mechanics under the direction of the Game Director.


The skills we’re searching for…
At least two years of professional games industry experience in Game Design
A strong passion for and interest in Stellaris and/or knowledge and experience of other Paradox Development Studio Grand Strategy Games
Ability to read and understand code
Experience with scripting
Fluent in speaking English and able to write design documentation in English
Ability to work highly independently with assigned tasks and take responsibility for delivering game design specifications according to the project’s schedule



We are seeking new team members that enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other but you are also given the freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and deliver. We care about quality and are motivated by the idea of our many fans around the world praising your work after release. You will thrive in a modern, creative environment where people working with you enjoy their jobs and the games we make.
Do not be afraid to raise issues, continuously strive to improve, and seek to inspire your colleagues.We were never meant to journey alone and we can’t wait to hear how you can contribute to our crew.
Practical information
Scope: Fulltime and permeant
Reports to: Design Director
Location: Stockholm, Sweden Visa mindre

Are you a passionate Game Designer looking for new and exciting challenges? Are you interested in designing systems and features that are deep and fun? Do you have the drive and passion to push for new and innovative experiences for strategy gamers?
Your mission
We’re looking for a Game Designer to join our team for an unannounced non-historical project. You will be responsible for designing game systems and features together with the Game Director. You will write documentation and help to keep the design documentation up to date. You will come up with ideas and creative contributions and work closely with other members of the team and make sure it’s implemented according to the design.
The perfect candidate will have a solid understanding of strategy games and has experience with designing complex game systems. You should be a strong communicator and team player, as you will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game. You need to be able to work independently and be proactive in helping the project reach its goals.
If you want to be an important part of shaping the next generation of strategy games, don’t hesitate to apply!

The skills we’re searching for…
5+ years of experience working in the game industry with at least one shipped title
A demonstrable experience with system design
A solid understanding of core loops and player experience
A genuine passion for strategy games
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work and inspire in a team environment Visa mindre

Are you excited about building the foundation for great games with passionate fans? Being part of the Tech & Services Engine team, you will develop new and existing systems in our Clausewitz Engine that powers world-class games such as Stellaris, Crusader Kings III, Victoria 3, and many more. Are you ready to make an impact?
Your Mission
You will be a key player in an autonomous scrum team, delivering robust, efficient, and flexible systems that bring our Grand Strategy Games to our passionate fans. In collaboration with game programmers, artists, and content designers, you will ensure their needs are met by improving their experiences using our in-house Clausewitz engine. Day-to-day you will design and develop new functionality, as well as improve and optimize the existing engine. We pride ourselves in providing opportunities to develop and learn new skills, so if you’re interested in expanding your talents and working with new technologies, you’ve come to the right place.
What we’re searching for..
A Senior C++ Programmer
Excellent profiling, debugging, and optimization skills
Comfortable communicating in English, both spoken and written
Experience developing on Windows (Visual Studio)

We would love to hear more about what you specifically bring to the table. If you have experience within the industry, especially developing for Xbox X|S, PS5, Mac or Linux, please let us know.
As we work closely with our game studios and teams across the company, we expect you to be a great collaborator with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility. If you, like us, believe in an environment where autonomy and trust is key - you will thrive. We can’t wait to get to know you!

Practical information:


Scope: Full-time and permanent
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Remote status: Office based, with two weekly optional “Work from Home” days Visa mindre

Are you ready to lay out plans, and lead the charge? The Lords and Ladies of Studio Black call upon your service. Together we shall prevail in releasing content of the highest quality to our passionate fans! Will you pick up the gauntlet?
Your mission
Your mission will be to make our development processes as frictionless as possible, optimizing efficiency and removing roadblocks before others even spot them. You will plan and execute assigned projects in the Studio, leading the day-to-day development and ensuring that production is running accordingly, meeting targets for schedule, budget, and quality.
You will be responsible for JIRA administration, cost tracking, financial reporting and making sure the team has what they need to succeed. This will include facilitating meetings such as sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives. Because we want you to continuously improve our processes and develop better ones. You will also work as part of a production team under a lead producer and in close collaboration with project leads and game director. You will ensure that production plans align with the game vision and overall studio goals. You will align on the product roadmap, priorities, and deliverables while keeping stakeholders updated and well-informed.


The team behind Crusader Kings 3 is extremely proud of the game, the history it brings to life, and the mechanics that make it run under the hood. With over 50 people, the team is composed of a whole bunch of specialists and experts and as a producer you will get to interact with them all.

The skills we’re searching for ..
Demonstrable skills as a Project Manager or Producer
Knowledge, interest, and experience in various methodologies and processes
Knowledge or experience in a leadership role will be considered meritable



As you will be leading a group of developers, you will need to be comfortable talking in front of people, or leading discussions and meetings in English. As there are many people, tasks, and processes to keep track of, structure and transparency are expected. We’d love to hear more about the expertise and service that you specifically offer, hoping that you are our next recruit.


Practical information
Scope: Full time
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Remote status: Office based, with two weekly optional “Work from Home” days. Visa mindre

Are you an inventive artist, skilled in a variety of techniques and developing inspiring concepts? Are you ready to define and develop the art-style in close collaboration with our Art Director? Here’s your chance to join a tight group of creatives, take full artistic control over your own project, and help us shape both the current game and future expansions and updates. We'd love you to join us on our journey towards a Grand Tomorrow!
Your mission
You will be working closely with the Art Director to develop and define the art style, texture and richness of our newly released Victoria 3. A game that starts in 1836 and will require you to do meticulous research and extensive iterations in order to produce concepts that maintain the historical accuracy we are proud of. Additionally, you will create other required artworks, such as small or full-screen illustrations and marketing materials. You will be expected to contribute with your expertise in the development of style guides, creative briefs, and art quality benchmarks, both for in-house and outsourced work. Depending on your level of seniority, you may also be called upon to review and provide feedback on the work of external artists. You will have the opportunity to closely collaborate with our producers in breaking down tasks, while being offered a high amount of trust and autonomy in your role.
Our Art Team for Victoria 3 is a small but tightly-knit group of specialists, spanning seven nationalities, with a seniority span from junior to veteran. We cover all disciplines internally, and our goal is to provide all art that is needed for the current and future development of the game. As such, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills by working with many different disciplines and a variety of tasks.

The skills we’re searching for…
3 years experience in creating a variety of high standard concept art from scratch
Solid understanding of 2D art fundamentals, such as anatomy, composition, lighting, material expression, and use of color
information gathering, research, thumbnailing, detailing, and iterations
Articulate decisions, communicating ideas and giving and receiving feedback in English
Vision and restraint to create concepts with tangible value over technical intricacy


We’re intrigued to hear if you share our interest in World culture and History or if your aim is learning to love it. If you have additional skills in other 2D and 3D softwares let us know that too.
We want you to be able to take on the conductor seat, driving your own improvement and exploration while communicating your ideas. We embrace innovation and learn from our mistakes, and we will have your back, if you steer off track!
Practical information:
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Art Manager
Location: Stockholm
Remote status: This position is based in the office with weekly, optional, work from home days.


As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to perform a test. Visa mindre

Are you a creative and dedicated games industry professional with experience in quest creation and writing? Are you a humble and learning-focused individual who is interested in helping Paradox Interactive take our brands to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
As a Content Designer on the Hearts of Iron team at our development studio in Stockholm, you will be focused on designing, scripting, and writing engaging game content. Your work will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
We are seeking storytellers that are passionate about their craft and about creating exciting experiences for our players. It’s important that you find motivation in having the freedom and responsibility to take ownership of a task and deliver, but also know when to rely on others for support, as well as being able to provide that support to your team members. You care about quality and you’re energized by the idea of our many fans around the world praising your work after release. You thrive in a laid-back, open, and creative environment where people around you love their jobs and the games we make, and where your participation is encouraged in discussions ranging from technical design to art direction and game design.
Responsibilities
As a Content Designer you will design and implement gameplay systems and experiences. You will be designing narratives and writing events in American English that thematically fit within the game. You will be researching related topics and creating believable non-historical storylines that use historical events as an inspiration.


In your day-to-day work you will Scripting gameplay systems using our in-house language and take ownership of tasks and working with other Content Designers as well as with other disciplines.


Required Qualifications
Professional experience in narrative design, game design or experience performing similar tasks in the modding community.
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
Experience in code-based scripting.
An interest in Strategy games and History in general, especially in the Second World War.



Desirable Qualifications
Experience with or interest in code-based scripting.
Experience with or interest in creating believable, immersive worlds.
Familiarity with and/or interest in Paradox Development Studio’s games and brands

You will be working in a team that values collaboration and cooperation. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and an ability to get into things quickly are two important aspects.
Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in writing samples and any other content that you have produced for games or other media, or even for tabletop roleplaying games. Visa mindre

Are you passionate about creating processes and developing workflows? Do you have a wealth of knowledge about console QA that you can’t wait to share with others? This role might be perfect for you!

About the role
The Compliance QA Analyst will have a lot of autonomy while also working closely with the QA Director and Project Leadership as well as the Compliance Designer to create a comprehensive console testing strategy for the project. Additionally, this role will also require interfacing with a variety of other departments, and will eventually act as a point of contact for external testing partners.
As the Compliance QA Analyst you will be responsible to develop and run compliance testing procedures on our unannounced title to ensure that the game is developed in accordance with 1st party requirements. The main responsibility for this position is to create a compliance framework together with our Compliance Designer, the QA Director and QA Lead but will in addition to this also perform more hands-on QA work, such as creating testplans, forecast testing efforts, and assist in monitoring the overall testing progress of the certification process.
In this role you will become the main point of contact for any and all compliance related issues and concerns on the project and have a strong voice and say in how & when and what the certification process for the project will look like.

Requirements
We are open to all applicants at different levels of game industry experience and we strive to create and maintain a diverse workplace, therefore we highly encourage everyone to apply!


Game development QA experience
Compliance testing experience
In-depth understanding of the TRCs/XRs and tools pertaining to at least one console
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
In-depth experience in using Jira or other bug databases



We believe that for you to succeed in this role, it’s important that you are people-oriented, since you will be the contact point for a lot of your stakeholders. When in contact with them, it’s going to benefit you greatly to be as concise and clear in your communication, while keeping it relevant. Additionally, we are looking for a person with a strong process-oriented mindset, constantly looking for ways to improve existing structures or outright build new ones.
Paradox is a growing company in a changing industry. We are looking for a curious and adaptable team member who likes to actively collaborate with the people around them. You are not afraid to raise issues, continuously strive to improve, and seek to inspire your colleagues.
Practical information
Scope: Full time
Reports to: QA Director
Location: Stockholm, this position is based in the Stockholm office, with 2 weekly, optional, "Work from home" days. Visa mindre

We are looking for an experienced Art Producer to join our Art Department within PDS Green. Together with the other Art Producer you will define and drive art department initiatives to help grow and develop the team's skills, knowledge and experience so they can continue to produce stellar art content for current and future games to come!
As part of the Art Production Team you will help in the planning/tracking to maintain efficiencies of the team while they are executing against their goals. The role requires intimate knowledge of the Art team's structure and process, how the various departments work together, and above all organizational and communication skills.
You will be responsible for updating various live documents, gathering information, driving initiatives and ensuring a smooth external development process so the Art Team can expand their capabilities to support the Projects within PDS.
What you will do:
Be a driver in supporting the Art Department in establishing priorities, scope and estimates to help maintain project schedules and identifying capacity requirements
Align regularly with Project and Studio stakeholders and communicate relevant department information ensuring the development team is aligned and informed of plans, goals & expectations from Art
Work with leads, Art Directors and project Producers to identify blockers and provide solutions for the Art Production
Support projects in tracking art content within Jira and Shotgrid
Manage direct reports and support their professional development, support your artists growth and enable them to step up into greater responsibilities
Identify, set up and maintain efficient workflows and pipelines for internal and external development with the support of the internal art team.
Ensure art leaders within each of the disciplines are building effective and efficient external development plans for art content



Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit:
5+ years experience working in an organizational capacity in a video game dev team
Knowledge / experience of Game Art production
Posses strong organization and communication skills with an attention for detail
Have the ability to communicate with varying levels of stakeholders, within your team and throughout the company on topics such as production, art and business
Knowledge of standard game production tracking tools and software



Paradox is a growing company in a changing industry. We are looking for a curious and adaptable team member who likes to actively collaborate with the people around them. You are not afraid to raise issues, continuously strive to improve, and seek to inspire your colleagues.
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Production Director
Location: Stockholm, Sweden Visa mindre

Are you an accomplished UX Designer looking for new and exciting challenges? Do you have an interest in making the complex seem simple? Do you have the drive and passion to push for new and innovative experiences for strategy gamers?
Paradox Development Studio is looking for a UX Designer to join our Crusader Kings III team in Stockholm. As a User Experience Designer you will be helping us ease the learning curve of deep and complex strategy games on a grand scale. You will be a challenging force that will try to innovate and push new ideas, leading to better games that are more approachable while retaining their deep gameplay. Together with other designers you will develop style guides and methods for securing a better user experience for our players.
Responsibilities
? Create mockups, wireframes, and prototypes of new interfaces, and evaluate and improve existing ones
? Coordinate with designers, programmers, and artists and make changes to both UI and gameplay mechanics if necessary
? Share input and ideas around sound effects for interfaces to the Audio Director
? Drive innovation and provide a fresh perspective to User Experience in User Interface design
? Effectively document and present your designs to the rest of the team
? Iterate on your designs in game using our in-house scripting language
Requirements
? Professional experience as a UX Designer, UI Designer, or equivalent
? Fluency in English both written and spoken
? Familiarity with and/or interest in Paradox Development Studios games and brands
If you have experience with UI animations, user-testing or any kind of programming that will be beneficial, but is not a requirement. On a personal level you are driven towards innovation and are not afraid to challenge the status-quo. You are able to inspire others by shedding new light on existing problems and coming up with new solutions. You have excellent communication skills and can easily communicate with fellow designers, programmers, and other team members. You are also very structured and able to keep style guides and other design documents up-to-date.
Practical information
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Development Manager
Location: Stockholm Visa mindre

Are you a creative and dedicated games enthusiast with experience in world building, quest creation, or writing? Are you a humble and learning-focused individual who is interested in helping Paradox Interactive take our brands to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
About the role
We are in early development of a brand-new non-historical game led by veterans from several of our previous titles such as Hearts of Iron 4 and Crusader Kings 3, going all the way back to Europa Universalis 3. As a Content Designer on this new team at our development studio in Stockholm, you will be focused on designing, scripting, and writing engaging game content. Your work will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
We are seeking storytellers that are passionate about their craft and about creating exciting experiences for our players. It’s important that you find motivation in having the freedom and responsibility to take ownership of a task and deliver, but also know when to rely on others for support, as well as being able to provide that support to your team members. You care about quality and you’re energized by the idea of our many fans around the world praising your work after release. You thrive in a laid-back, open, and creative environment where people around you love their jobs and the games we make, and where your participation is encouraged in discussions ranging from technical design to art direction and game design.
Responsibilities
As a Content Designer you will design and implement gameplay systems and experiences. You will be designing narratives and writing events in American English that thematically fit within the game. You will be researching related topics and creating believable non-historical storylines that use historical events as an inspiration.
As a Senior Content Designer you will be a part of owning the vision for Content and Storytelling as well as aligning the Content Design team.
In your day-to-day work you will Scripting gameplay systems using our in-house language and take ownership of tasks and working with other Content Designers as well as with other disciplines.
Required Qualifications
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
A general interest in Strategy games.
A pronounced and varied interest in fiction (in particular alt-history, science fiction, fantasy, steampunk, post-apocalyptic, and others).

Desirable Qualifications
Professional experience in narrative design, game design or experience performing similar tasks in the modding community.
Experience with or interest in code-based scripting.
Experience with or interest in creating believable, immersive worlds.
Familiarity with and/or interest in Paradox Development Studio's games and brands.



You will be working in a team that values collaboration and cooperation. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and an ability to get into things quickly are two important aspects.
Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in writing samples and any other content that you have produced for games or other media, or even for tabletop roleplaying games.
This position is Hybrid remote and consists of both, weekly, mandatory days at the office and optional work from home days. Visa mindre

Are you a creative and dedicated games industry professional with experience in game design and content creation? Are you a learning focused individual with a knack for documentation who is interested in helping Paradox Interactive take our brands to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
About the Role
As a Game Designer for content on Victoria 3 you will be focused on designing engaging content for our Grand Strategy fans all around the world! Your work will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
While all Game Designers at the Victoria 3 team work with designing and implementing features, mechanics and systems, for this role we are looking for someone with a special interest in narrative and content design.
We are seeking storytellers that are passionate about their craft and about creating exciting experiences for our players. It’s important that you enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other, and also that you are motivated by having the freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and deliver. You care about quality and you’re motivated by the idea of our many fans around the world praising your work after release. You thrive in a creative environment where people around you love their jobs and the games we make.
An interest in Paradox Grand Strategy Games is a great advantage, though we are mainly open to applicants with a couple of years of games industry experience.
Responsibilities
Designing and implementing short narratives as well as other types of content for various gameplay systems.
Writing text for in-game content in (American) English that thematically fits within the game.
Scripting game logic, game databases, and branching narratives using our in-house scripting language.
Engaging in research on related topics to find inspiration for crafting entertaining content that creates memorable gaming experiences.
Taking ownership of tasks and working independently to ensure quality and timely delivery in coordination with the other Game Designers.
Defining audiovisual asset needs and communicating them to the producer and art and audio departments.
Dedicate time to playing the game to be able to build a connection with real player experience and a better understanding of game mechanics.



Actively collaborating with the people around you is key to this role. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and an ability to get into things quickly are two important abilities.
Required Qualifications
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
Experience with or interest in code-based scripting.
Deep and genuine interest in strategy games; PDS games in particular.

Desirable Qualifications
Experience working with PDS games (for example modding).
Professional experience in narrative design or game design.

Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in example game content and related work that you have previously designed or produced.


Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: Production Director
Location: Stockholm, Sweden Visa mindre

Are you a Passionate and dedicated Character Artist with experience working in the game industry? Are you interested in being a part of Paradox Development Studio and taking the Art of Crusader Kings 3 to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
About the role:
You will work collaboratively with the rest of the art team to develop and set the new standard for character art in Crusader Kings 3! You will work on creating new assets with a focus on historical accuracy, You will work on characters, clothes, armor, weapons, and everything in between.
Your main work duties consist of gathering references for new assets while ensuring historical accuracy, creating blend shapes and assisting in the skinning of character assets, implementing assets through the use of our in-house scripting language, and keeping an eye out for consistency and readability in your own and other's work. You will communicate your ongoing progress and your ideas to your lead and Art Director, while also assisting in documenting the processes throughout development. You will also take part in the project planning, helping the Leads & Producers with task estimates when needed, and participate in feedback sessions with your fellow artists as well as providing feedback for outsourcing.
To succeed in this role, we believe you have effective verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback with a friendly, helpful, and collaborative mindset in a team-based environment.


Skills & Requirements
A solid portfolio demonstrating your work and passion for Character Art with an excellent understanding of Character Art fundamentals
Experienced in Maya, Substance Designer & Painter, Marvelous, and Zbrush
Good understanding of proper PBR workflow and the ability to deliver high-quality textures
Awareness of game engine budgets, limits, and memory constraints.
Ability to consistently resolve issues from a visual, production, and technical perspective

The right candidate is passionate about maintaining historical accuracy, which is very central to many of our IPs. At Paradox, we take pride in providing opportunities for our artists to work on varying projects and titles, and to develop and learn new skills. Therefore we also actively look for people who are interested in expanding their talents. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced open work environment, you’re going to like it here.


This position is based in the Stockholm office with weekly, optional, "Work from home" days. Visa mindre

Paradox Development Studio is looking for a C++ Game Programmer to build features and game systems on top of our in-house engine for Hearts of Iron. You will be a fundamental part of creating fun and rich strategy games that keep players engaged for years.
About the Role
As a Senior Game Programmer you will be working in a small team solving challenging problems using C++. You will be developing features and systems alongside designers and artists that fundamentally shape the games we release. Our developers have a high level of ownership over their work and it’s important that you can plan and manage your work efficiently. As a Senior Developer we expect you to solve problems and provide guidance using your expert-level knowledge and help raise the level of other programmers that you work with.
Our cross-discipline teams are excited to collaborate regularly and work together to craft the best possible experiences. As such, you should be good at cooperating with people while also being passionate about games. Our company culture is built around an atmosphere of dedication and mutual growth, in which what we create and how we work is driven by a common goal and vision. If you think this describes you - you should drop us a line!
As a Senior Game Programmer you will…
Build and maintain well-engineered C++ code with high levels of stability and performance.
Design and implement features in at least 2 different focus areas such as gameplay systems, AI, networking, graphics, user interface, our scripting language and optimization.
Offer specialist insight and guide others in at least one of the focus areas above.
Solve interesting problems, from designing and building new systems from scratch to optimizing features to be both performant but scriptable.
Collaborate daily with, and estimate tasks for other programmers, designers and artists.
Continue to level-up as a programmer by sharing knowledge through internal workshops and giving / receiving guidance and feedback with other programmers.
Raise the level of other programmers within the studio, for example, by mentoring other programmers and/or supporting recruitment.

Requirements
3+ years of professional experience with C++.
At least 3 years of C++ game programming.
Good debugging skills.
A sense of independence and an ability to take long-term ownership of your features and ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues.
Comfortable communicating with English, both written and spoken.

Paradox Development Studio
At Paradox Development Studio we enjoy working close to our products and our fans and our developers regularly interact with players through forums and events, such as PDXCon. We think it’s important to get to know our colleagues so we end each Friday with a social hour at 4pm where we embrace our nerdy culture by chatting over a beer or breaking out into meeting rooms with board games and old video game consoles. Paradox consists of employees from all around the globe and we’re happy to offer relocation support for people applying from outside of Sweden.
To find out more about Working at Paradox, please click here.
Practical Information
Scope: Full-time and permanent
Reports to: Programmer Manager
Some of our benefits include:








If you think that this description matches you, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.


At Paradox Interactive we celebrate difference and care deeply about diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage you, no matter who you are, to apply for this job if you think you’d be a great addition to our team. Visa mindre

Paradox is looking for a dedicated and passionate Test Automation Engineer to join our tech team in Stockholm. Read on, to learn how you can be part of a fun and talented team!
As a Test Automation Engineer, you will be critical in ensuring that our development teams can work efficiently with quick access to feedback and information, collaborating with many different parts of the organisation. This will be done in a fun and engaging work environment that is always looking to build and improve


Responsibilities
Administration and deployment of CI, dashboard, and reporting servers for test automation.
Management of services and processes for testing of internal builds and public game releases.
Development of systems that provide timely feedback and analytics to developers and service users.
Document processes and provide user guides for developers and other service users.
Investigate and promote the use of new technologies and better testing procedures.

Required Qualifications
Experience of Windows / Linux / macOS server administration.
Experience managing CI systems such as Gitlab.
Experience of writing tests using Python and associated frameworks.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Service-minded approach with a passion for providing and improving critical development services.

Experience in the following will be considered a plus
Familiarity with Paradox Development Studio games.
Experience of working with configuration management systems such as Ansible or Chef.
Experience of working with cloud infrastructure.



The right candidate is passionate about our games and believes that developer efficiency is key to making great experiences. As a key member of the PDS Tech team, many developers will rely on your expertise and the services you maintain so you should be both service-minded and confident in accepting responsibility. At Paradox, we pride ourselves in providing opportunities to develop and learn new skills so we are looking for candidates who are interested in expanding their talents and working with new technologies.
Practical Information
Scope: Full-time and permanent
Location: Stockholm
Reports To: PDS BAT Tech Lead

If you think that this description matches your background, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously for this position. In your application, please show us why your previous experiences and skills would work for this role and why you are interested in working at Paradox. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude, and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.
Since we strive for a more even gender distribution we highly encourage women to apply to this role. Visa mindre

Paradox is looking for a dedicated and passionate Build Engineer to join our tech team in Stockholm. Read on to learn how you can be part of a fun and talented team!
About the role
As a Build Engineer you will be critical in ensuring that our development teams can work efficiently with quick access to feedback and information, collaborating with many parts of the organization. Together with your team, you will also support bringing our in-house titles to hundreds of thousands of gamers in a fun and engaging work environment that is always looking to build and improve.
In this role you will be responsible for the administration of source control and continuous integration servers, and the management of services and processes for deployment of internal builds and public game releases. Your responsibilities also include the development of systems that provide timely feedback and analytics to developers and service users as well as the investigation and promotion of new technologies and better testing procedures.
Requirements
Experience of Linux / macOS server administration.
Experience managing continuous integration systems such as Gitlab CI or Jenkins.
Experience managing version control systems such as Git and Subversion.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Service minded approach with a passion for providing and improving critical development services.

Experience in the following will be considered a plus
Experience with Bash scripting or Python.
Experience of working with and maintaining provisioning systems such as Terraform.
Experience of working with configuration management systems such as Ansible or Chef.
Experience building and configuring networks and server installation or maintenance.

The right candidate is passionate about our games and believes that developer efficiency is key to making great experiences. As a key member of the PDS Tech team many developers will rely on your expertise and the services you maintain so you should be both service minded and confident in accepting responsibility. At Paradox, we pride ourselves in providing opportunities to develop and learn new skills so we are looking for candidates who are interested in expanding their talents and working with new technologies.
Practical Information
Scope: Full-time and permanent
Location: Stockholm
Reports To: PDS Tech Lead Visa mindre

Are you a creative and dedicated games artist with experience in leading teams? Are you interested in being a part of Paradox Development Studio and taking the Art of Crusader Kings 3 to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
About the role
As 3D Character Art Lead your primary responsibility will be to guide the character artists on our projects, in order to maintain the vision and quality set by the Art Director (with your input) during pre-production. You will work closely with the Project leadership team, 3D Character artists, and other project disciplines to ensure smooth communications with the Art team as well as being the main contact for our outsourcing partners. We believe you are knowledgeable of current and future 3D industry trends and you will develop and establish best practices for the team.
You will be working with the Producer and the Art Manager to assist in project planning and ensure a smooth transition through the various project phases, as well as providing rationale and thought-out time estimates for art assets production. We have dedicated Art Managers, so you won’t have personnel responsibility, but you will have continuous one-on-ones with project team members to keep up to date on developments, enable growth for the team members, and make sure the projects have a good peer-to-peer review environment. You will also be the main responsible in cooperation with the production team to communicate, plan, brief, follow up and feedback for assets and artworks we outsource from our 3rd party partners.
Requirements
6+ years of experience in games industry as a 3D Character Artist/Lead Artist/Outsourcing Artist with demonstrated ability in character art and 3D in general
In-depth understanding of the art production process, from concept to final in game assets
Ability to create, adapt, and iterate, within a variety of artistic styles.
Articulate in contextualizing decisions, communicating ideas and giving and receiving feedback in English
Knowledge of technical constraints, optimization and implementation

Nice to haves
Experience as an Art Lead
Experience with art outsourcing and working with external partners
Experience in scripting

The right candidate is passionate about maintaining historical accuracy, which is very central to many of our IPs. At Paradox we take pride in providing opportunities for our artists to work on varying projects and titles, and to develop and learn new skills. Therefore we also actively look for people who are interested in expanding their talents. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced open work-environment, you’re going to like it here.


This position is based in the Stockholm office with weekly, optional, "Work from home" days. Visa mindre

As a member of the QA team at Paradox Development Studios, you will be a part of delivering the best possible games by testing our Grand Strategy titles in various stages of development. As an Embedded QA for Hearts of Iron 4 you will be part of the development team where we test and analyze every aspect of the game.


About the role
You will be doing traditional bug-testing as well as supporting the developers by providing feedback on soft values such as game design and the general fun factor of the game. This means you need to be apt at interpersonal skills, to be able to nurture relationships with the developers, and communicate feedback that is constructive and relevant. Skill development in areas such as leadership and mentorship to others is encouraged, so our team can collectively spread their passion for quality.
It would benefit you in this role to have an analytical mindset and strong attention to detail, while retaining the ability to take a step back and see the full picture. We value people who not only love the gaming industry, but those who understand the importance of Quality Assurance and are dedicated to attaining the best gaming experience possible for our players and community.


Some of your Responsibilities would be to..
Identify and report issues in our Bug Tracking Database according to internal standards
Help create effective strategies around testing all aspects of Hearts of Iron 4
Assist in managing the Bug Tracking Database to ensure it reflects the most current state of the product
Provide a wide range of constructive feedback to developers around the product at every step in development
Communicate & collaborate with Outsourced QA where needed
Assist with testing areas that fall outside of the feature set of the product (ie compatibility testing)



Requirements
Experience working in Quality Assurance, ideally on a full game development cycle or in other entertainment software
Experience in playing or modding for Hearts of Iron 4
Familiar with testing on a variety of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac, etc.) and release platforms (Steam, Game Pass for PC, etc.)
Proficiency with bug reporting tools such as Mantis or JIRA
Strong analytical skills in reviewing all design-related information and interpreting areas of risk in testing
Proficient in communicating constructive feedback in both written and verbal form
Fluent in English, both spoken and written

The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and effectively learn and execute their tasks, while collaborating with the rest of the development team in a constructive and supportive manner


Practical information:
This position is based in the Stockholm office with weekly, optional, "Work from home" days.
There is no Relocation support offered for this position. Visa mindre

Paradox Development Studio makes world-leading grand strategy games that our fans spend hundreds of hours in, and our artists make sure we do it in style! We are now looking for a creative Concept Artist to develop inspiring concepts and illustrations in our Stellaris art team!


About the role:
You will work collaboratively with the rest of the art team to develop and refine the art style, texture and richness of the Stellaris game, through thoroughly researched, richly detailed and extensively iterated concept art with a focus on creating both amazing ships, and the characters to man them. The role also involves creating additional 2D art for our games as needed, such as model sheets, small or full-screen illustrations and marketing materials. You will articulate and contextualize your decisions and communicate your ideas in English, as it is our company language.
You will also take part in visual development/style guide work, help the Art Director & Producer with task estimates if needed, and participate in feedback sessions with your fellow artists.
Essential
5+ years of experience creating concept art and illustrations for in-game purposes - for both soft surface design and illustrations such as characters, clothing and environments as well as hard surface design and illustrations like architecture-, technical-, and vehicle design.
Prestigeless when giving/receiving feedback from leads or peers, and having no issues taking up another artists task or putting down their own work to let others finish it
Solid understanding of 2D art fundamentals: Anatomy, Architecture, Technical Design, Composition, Lighting, Material Expression, Color Use, etc and skilled in Photoshop,
Strong creative process to translate gameplay requirements into visual designs: information gathering, research, thumbnailing, detailing, and iterations.

Desirable:
A passion or liking for Sci-fi, Strategy games, and desirably our game Stellaris
Familiarity with tools such as ZBrush, Blender, Maya &, Keyshot, Octane or 3D Coat would be a bonus but not essential.

It’s important that you enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other, and that you are motivated by having the creative freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and deliver. You care about quality and you’re motivated by the idea of our many fans around the world interacting with your work.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to perform a test. Visa mindre

Paradox Development Studio makes world-leading grand strategy games that our fans spend hundreds of hours in, and our artists make sure we do it in style! We are now looking for a creative 3D Artist to develop ships and other 3D Assets in our Stellaris art team!


About the role:
You will work collaboratively with our art team to develop and refine the art style, texture and richness of the Stellaris game, through thoroughly researched, richly detailed and extensively iterated 3D art with a focus on spaceships and hard surface. The role also involves creating additional 3D art for our games as needed, such as space creatures, space stations and marketing materials. You will articulate and contextualize your decisions and communicate your ideas in English, as it is our company language.
You will also take part in visual development and style guide work, while helping the Art Director & Producer with task estimates if needed, and participate in feedback sessions with your fellow artists.


Essential
3+ years of experience in 3D Art for in-game purposes - both for hard- and soft surface.
Prestigeless when giving and receiving feedback from leads or peers, and having no issues taking up another artist’s task or putting down your own work to let others finish it
Solid understanding of 3D art fundamentals: Anatomy, Composition, Lighting, Material Expression, Color Use, etc and skilled in Photoshop,
Strong creative process to translate gameplay requirements into visual designs: information gathering, research, thumbnailing, detailing, and iterations.

Desirable
A passion or liking for Sci-fi, Strategy games, and desirably our game Stellaris
Familiarity with tools such as ZBrush, Blender, Maya &, Keyshot, Octane or 3D Coat would be a bonus but not essential.

It’s important that you enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other, and that you are motivated by having the creative freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and deliver. You care about quality and you’re motivated by the idea of our many fans around the world interacting with your work.


As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to perform a art test. Visa mindre

Paradox Development Studio makes world-leading Grand strategy games that our fans spend hundreds of hours in, and our artists make sure we do it in style! We are now looking for a talented 3D Artist to join our Hearts of Iron team in Stockholm!
About the role
We are looking for an experienced 3D artist with a broad skillset who could take on a variety of tasks, from environments to vehicles and characters.
You will be creating vehicles, prop 3D models, characters and textures for Hearts of Iron IV, our WW2 grand strategy game. Your work will also entail establishing effective work pipelines with other departments, task estimations, and planning milestones, as well as working with external development partners, writing briefs, regular communication and feedbacking, implementation of outsourced assets into the game engine.
Requirements
3+ years of experience creating environments, 3D models and textures in the games industry
Strong portfolio demonstrating experienced level 3D art skills and creativity
Expert knowledge in Maya/Max and Substance Painter
Strong skills in Zbrush and Photoshop.
Knowledge of World Creator, World Machine or similar terrain generation software
Knowledge of technical constraints, optimization and implementation
Ability to properly research and work independently in absence of concept art
Excellent communication skills (English, spoken and written)



The right candidate is passionate about Paradox grand strategy games and has an interest in WW2 and about maintaining historical accuracy, which is very central to our IP’s.
As part of the recruitment process, you may be asked to perform a test.
Please note that this position is based in Sweden, and for this role we don't have the opportunity to offer relocation ?assistance. Visa mindre

As a member of the QA team at PDS Red, you will help us deliver the best possible games by testing our Grand Strategy titles in various stages of development. As an Embedded QA Tester for Victoria 3, you will be working as part of the development team and provide valuable data and breakdowns on all aspects of the game.


About the role
Your role would encompass a wide range of QA responsibilities, including but not limited to traditional bug-testing duties, analyzing the quality of the game from a player’s perspective, and support the developers by providing feedback on game design choices, and assessing the general playability and fun factor of the game.
Day-to-day work will involve working closely with outsourced test partners, maintaining bug databases, playtesting and collaborating with the wider team. This will require strong interpersonal skills, to be able to nurture relationships with the developers, and communicate feedback that is constructive and relevant. In addition, you are expected to create and execute test plans tailored for specific content, based on documentation from developers & QA.
We encourage applicants from a range of experiences and backgrounds, even if they might not expressly fit the requirements listed below.


Responsibilities
Help create effective strategies around testing all aspects of Victoria 3
Help create & maintain test cases in collaboration with the QA Lead
Identify and report issues in our Bug Tracking Database according to internal standards
Assist in managing the Bug Tracking Database to ensure it reflects the most current state of the product
Provide a wide range of feedback to developers around the product at every step in development



Requirements
Experience working in Quality Assurance, ideally on games or other entertainment software
Experience in or high level of knowledge of the entire game development cycle
Proficiency with bug reporting tools such as Mantis or JIRA
Strong skills in reflecting on and reviewing all design-related information and interpreting areas of risk in testing
Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Nice-to-haves
Experience playing Paradox Grand Strategy titles

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