Tools Programmer

3 Months ago • 3-5 Years • Game Programmer

Job Summary

Job Description

Starbreeze seeks a Mid-Experienced Tools Programmer for their Central Tech team in Stockholm. Responsibilities include developing, improving, and maintaining in-engine tools for multiple projects (PAYDAY, D&D game, etc.), supporting internal services infrastructure, and enhancing user experience. The role requires experience as a Tools Programmer on AA+ PC/console games, Unreal Engine 4/5 proficiency, strong programming skills, and a proactive approach to workflow improvement. Hybrid work model with set office days (Tues-Thurs).
Must have:
  • Develop, improve, maintain in-engine tools
  • Support internal services infrastructure
  • Unreal Engine 4/5 experience
  • Strong programming skills (scalable, maintainable)
  • Proactive, identify workflow improvements
  • AA+ PC/console game experience
Good to have:
  • CI/CD pipeline experience
Perks:
  • Competitive salaries with annual reviews
  • Generous occupational pension and referral bonuses
  • Private medical insurance, annual wellness benefit, 30 days paid vacation
  • Free monthly office massages, weekly D&D club

Job Details

We are looking to hire a Mid-Experienced level Tools Programmer to join our Central Tech team supporting multiple in-development projects. As a Tools Programmer, you will be responsible for developing, improving and maintaining in-engine tools for your colleagues across production.

The Central Tech team is responsible for delivering software and software infrastructure which is shared across Starbreeze projects from the cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons® adventure and beyond.

Please note that this role must be based in Stockholm with Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday as set office days.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop, improve, and maintain in-engine tools to support production teams;

  • Support our internal services infrastructure;

  • Actively work to improve the tools related user experience for people within the studio.


Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Tools Programmer or similar on a AA+ PC/console game;

  • Experience working with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5;

  • Strong programming skills with a focus on scalable, maintainable solutions;

  • A proactive approach and the ability to identify and suggest workflow improvements.


Nice to have:

  • Experience working with CI/CD pipelines.


Interview process:

  1. 30-minute introductory video call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team

  2. 60-minute video call with two members of our Central Tech team

  3. 60-minute video call or onsite interview with our Technical Producer and a member of an adjacent team

  4. 15-minute introductory video call with our Head of Technology


About Starbreeze

At Starbreeze, we believe games are more than just entertainment—they’re a way to bring people together. From the pulse-pounding, cooperative heists of PAYDAY to our upcoming Dungeons & Dragons adventure, we create experiences that thrive on teamwork, strategy, and the thrill of emergent gameplay. Our mission is to build vibrant games that offer infinite replayability, allowing players to forge their own stories and adventures together.

Every Starbreeze employee helps shape this vision. Whether you’re crafting intricate game worlds or developing the systems that bring players together, your creativity and passion will drive the future of cooperative gaming. Join us in our journey to create innovative, immersive experiences that unite players and redefine what gaming can achieve.

Starbreeze values diversity and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you as who you are, no matter where you are from or what games you play. If there are preparations or accommodations that we can make to help ensure that you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.


What more do we offer?

  • Competitive salaries with annual reviews, generous occupational pension, and referral bonuses.

  • Comprehensive benefits, including private medical insurance, annual wellness benefit, and 30 days of paid vacation.

  • Unique perks such as free monthly office massages, weekly D&D club and other fun activities!


Sound good? Then we can’t wait to see your CV and look forward to meeting you. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continuously. Please submit your CV and cover letter in English.


Recruitment agencies may not submit CVs through this website or directly to hiring managers. Starbreeze Entertainment does not accept unsolicited recruitment agency CVs, and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with us.

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About The Company

Starbreeze is an independent developer, publisher, and distributor of PC and console games targeting the global market, with studios in Stockholm, Barcelona, Paris and London. Housing the smash hit IP PAYDAY™, Starbreeze develops games based on proprietary and third-party rights, both in-house and in partnership with external game developers.


Starbreeze shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm

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