Senior Tools Programmer

We are looking to hire a Senior Tools Programmer to join our Central Tech team supporting multiple in-development projects. As a Tools Programmer, you will be responsible for developing and improving in-engine tools and automated CI/CD pipelines 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.

As a Senior member of our studio, you will be expected to contribute at a more advanced level, whilst also guiding and mentoring less experienced colleagues. You will also collaborate with peers and other departments to achieve optimal outcomes and solutions, and bring the Central Tech team’s perspective into cross-departmental discussions and look at how tech can aid our ideas and products.

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;

• Implement and refine automated CI/CD pipelines for smooth development workflows;

• Contribute to the building of and support our internal services infrastructure;

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

• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues within the Tools and Central Tech teams.

Requirements:

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

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

• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines;

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

• A proactive approach and the ability to identify, develop and implement workflow improvements;

• Previous experience in a Senior position mentoring less experienced colleagues.

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.

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