Junior Gameplay Programmer

Game Developer (Frontend)

Hacksaw Studios AB

About us Hacksaw Studios is a Stockholm-based game studio focused on creating innovative, high-quality gaming experiences. With a focus on performance and precision, we bring ideas to life through technical expertise and creative collaboration. We have wide distribution, and our games are played by millions of people every month by players all over the world. We are currently seeking to expand our development team with 2-3 additional developers and are looking for both junior and senior candidates. You will be part of our game development team and work in a tight-knit team involving both front-end developers and designers. Your task will be to bring our game ideas to life in cooperation with the designers and product owners. The Role As a Game Developer at Hacksaw Studios, you will play a key role in bringing our game concepts to life on screen. Gameplay design is a key part of your role, as you help shape how each game feels and plays. Your task will be to bring our game ideas to life in cooperation with designers and product owners. We offer a nice office in central Stockholm, an opportunity to work with other experienced game developers, as well as a co-ownership program for suitable candidates. Your key responsibilities include: Work with the development and design team to create new games and update old games, as required. Maintain and implement new features into our game development framework. Participate in code reviews and merge requests. Collaborate with colleagues who have similar roles, both in-house and with our partners. What We’re Looking For: Experience with a programming language suited for game development, such as C#, Haxe, C++, Javascript, TypeScript, or similar. Experience with game development, or a solid development background, and a strong desire to learn. An eye for detail and an interest in performance and player experience. A strong sense of responsibility and the ability to take initiative in your work. Nice-to-have: Experience with some form of game development library, such as Unity, Unreal Engine, Pixi, or similar. Shader programming experience. 3d programming experience, such as OpenGL. A working knowledge of how a browser communicates with a back-end server. Experience in debugging. Social gaming experience. A personal interest in games and an understanding of the industry, or a desire to learn. Practical Details This is an on-site position in Stockholm. Unfortunately, we cannot assist with relocation or visa sponsorship. Ready to Join the Game Makers? Apply now! We review applications on a rolling basis.

Game Developer (backend)

Hacksaw Studios AB

About us Hacksaw Studios is a Stockholm-based game studio focused on creating innovative, high-quality gaming experiences. With a focus on performance and precision, we bring ideas to life through technical expertise and creative collaboration. We have wide distribution, and our games are played by millions of people every month by players all over the world. We are currently seeking to expand our development team with additional developers and are looking for both junior and senior candidates. You will be part of our game development team and work in a tight-knit team involving both back-end developers and designers. The Role As a Game Developer at Hacksaw Studios, you’ll play a key role in transforming game concepts into high-performing experiences. Your task will be to bring our game ideas to life in co-operation with the designers and product owners. Your key responsibilities include: Working with the development and design team to implement the backend gameplay mechanics behind our various games Working with the front-end development team to ensure the backend communications protocols make their work as simple as possible Working with the game design team to implement their game ideas Implementing the mathematical model underlying the games Performing statistical modeling and testing to ensure the games behave as intended (We'll teach you this part) Learning about the online gaming industry and staying up to date on current trends and what is popular with players Participating in code reviews and merge requests Co-operating with colleagues with similar roles, both in-house and with our partners What We’re Looking For: You value clean code, smart solutions, and the impact your work has behind the scenes. You bring: A solid backend development background. Experience with a programming language suited for game development, such as C#, Java or C++ (We use C#). A high interest in or education in mathematics or statistics. Nice-to-have: Experience with unit testing. University degree in a related field. A personal interest in gaming. What We Offer A modern office in central Stockholm. Work with experienced, passionate colleagues in the gaming industry. The opportunity to create games with a global audience. Real influence, ownership, and personal growth opportunities. Wellbeing perks including wellness allowance and regular in-office massage. Practical Details This is an on-site position in Stockholm. Unfortunately, we cannot assist with relocation or visa sponsorship. Ready to Join the Game Makers? Apply now! We review applications on a rolling basis.

Senior Client Programmer, Project R.I.S.E

Supercell

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Client Programmer who specializes in Unreal Engine to join our Shanghai Studio. You will be working on one of our new projects. You should be able to independently design new features and systems, and support their implementation, but the ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in crafting second-to-second action gameplay, including, but not limited to level mechanics, layout design and enemy/AI behavior.As a client programmer at Supercell, you are responsible for delivering gameplay and mechanics, but will need to collaborate with game designers, game artists and other programmers to deliver on the product vision. If you think that describes you, then we’d love to hear from you！ WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING * Work closely with designers and artists to architect and implement new features and systems that facilitate the creation of new and exciting gameplay experiences * Own the end-to-end development of combat gameplay modules from scratch, including gameplay code frameworks, editor tools, and production workflows. * Maintain and evolve character and ability pipelines, providing ongoing technical support to designers to enrich combat gameplay experiences. * React to design changes and related feedback with thought-out solutions, plan effectively and iterate quickly to achieve the goals * Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize existing codebase * Support the development of the game with any additional skills, act as a problem solver WHAT YOU HAVE * 8+ years combined industry experience. * Experience with C++ programming * Good understanding of Unreal Engine’s gameplay framework * Demonstrable mastery of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and game design principles * Highly motivated, positive and personable, and passionate about gameplay, system design, and methodologies * Adaptable and ability to multi-task and prioritize work based on changing schedules and feedback/critiques * Effective cross-discipline communication and problem solving skills * Being a great teammate - we believe making games is a team sport * A self-starter approach to use AI: you've found ways to use it in your day-to-day work, you experiment, figure things out and bring the same energy to every new challenge. WOULD BE NICE IF YOU ALSO HAVE * At least one shipped project * Good understanding of AI coding tools, hands-on experience with AI Agents and AI-assisted workflows. * Comprehensive project development experience and understanding of technical focus at each stage of development, from inception to online release * Extensive knowledge of Unreal's GAS - from Gameplay Effects to Abilities * Experience extending editors in Unreal to improve development efficiency WHERE YOU'LL BE This role is based in our Shanghai office. If you are not local, our relocation team would be excited to help you with your move to Shanghai,China. We provide comprehensive support not only for you, but also for your family! ––– That's it about the role! Below, we've gathered some things we feel are important for you to know. Totally optional, but a highly recommended read. Once you're ready to apply, just send us your application through the form on the bottom of the page. ––– About Supercell Supercell is a games company from Helsinki, Finland, with offices also in San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, and London. You might know us as the makers of Hay Day, Clash of Clans, Boom Beach, Clash Royale, Brawl Stars, and Squad Busters. Our mission is to create great games that as many people as possible play for years and that are remembered forever. So, how do we make great games? By putting together the best teams and giving them the freedom and independence to succeed. And by taking risks, failing, sharing learnings, and killing lots of projects. The Shanghai studio As Supercell’s first international game development studio, the Shanghai studio is one of the most exciting things happening in Supercell and a unique opportunity to join at a relatively early stage to help shape our path. Our vision is to be a world-class international studio, making new global hit games while leveraging the unique advantages of the game development scene in China and broader Asia. Hey, you Might Love It Here! Independent cells and trust are at the core of our culture. But it takes more than that to make great games. We take good care of our people, providing them with the compensation, work environment, and resources they need to succeed while having fun along the way. You Are Not Your Job Title ™ Here, you won’t need to focus on chasing titles or climbing ladders. Internally, our job titles don’t include prefixes like Senior, Junior, Principal, or Director. Recognition isn’t tied to your title, as it doesn't define the impact you can have around here. Benefits and Compensation Luring you in with glitter, glamour, and gems isn't what we're about. We want you to enjoy your time here fully, so we structure our compensation and benefits with that in mind. It starts with perceiving you as a human being, not a resource. Relocation? Yes! No matter where you’re moving from, our dedicated mobility team and partners will support you throughout your move. We’ll ensure the process is as smooth as possible for you and anyone joining you – whether they’re family members of the human or animal kind! Not sure if you should apply? Many candidates with great skills and experience second-guess themselves. The bar is high, but if this role excites you, apply! We’re here to help you succeed. Also, we're happy to learn about any specific accommodations you may need to fully engage in our recruitment process. Wishing you all the best, The Supercell Recruitment team