Arrowhead Game Studios AB jobb

If you’re looking to make the best co-op games in the world, you’ve come to the right place. We're proud to have some of the best game makers and collaborators in the industry working with us. What's more, we're a fun bunch of game developers, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Our games are not for everyone. Are they for you? We are now looking for a Backend Developer As a Backend Developer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of our backend systems. You will work closely with a collaborative team of developers and engineers, focusing on technologies such as C#, Microsoft Orleans, ASP.NET Core, Azure, and SQL Server. If you are passionate about building scalable and efficient backend solutions, we want to hear from you. Who you are: Proven experience in backend development using C# and ASP.NET Core. Familiarity with Microsoft Orleans or other actor model frameworks for distributed and scalable systems. Strong expertise in designing and optimizing database structures, preferably with SQL Server. Experience with cloud technologies, particularly Azure. Understanding of different backend architectural styles and best practices. Not required but beneficial if you have experience with Kubernetes and frontend development What you'll do:  Application Development: Design and develop backend solutions using C#, ASP.NET Core, and Microsoft Orleans, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability. Cloud Integration: Utilize Azure services to build and optimize cloud-based backend components, ensuring seamless integration with our applications. Database Management: Design and implement efficient database structures using SQL Server, optimizing data storage, and retrieval for optimal system performance. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and ensure the successful delivery of projects. Third-party platforms: Build, monitor and maintain integrations with third party platforms. Our tech stack NET/C#, Docker, Kubernetes/AKS, Azure, SQL Server, CosmosDB, Redis, Grafana, Angular, TypeScript How to apply If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible. We ask that your application always include relevant work samples or a link to your portfolio. We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit. Practical Information Scope: Full-time: 40 hours per week with initial 6 month probation period. Location: Office first, hybrid solution possible. You need to be eligible to work in Sweden. We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find dogs and occasionally some cats around. What we offer Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 100+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Located in a newly built, custom-tailored offices on the Hammarby Kaj waterfront, we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. A thriving game dev scene, along with all types of activities are immediately available on our doorstep. Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We’re committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high. We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here!

If you’re looking to make the best co-op games in the world, you’ve come to the right place. We're proud to have some of the best game makers and collaborators in the industry working with us. What's more, we're a fun bunch of game developers, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Our games are not for everyone. Are they for you? We are looking for a Senior UI Designer (Contractor) We are looking for a Senior UI Designer to join the Helldivers 2 team. In this role, you will design, improve, and lead the development of intuitive, accessible, and immersive UI systems, spanning both the heat of combat and the meta game around it, from Galactic War and strategy planning to social and squad systems. Your work will ensure clarity in and out of chaotic combat scenarios without breaking immersion. Join us in creating the world's best co-op games! As a Senior UI Designer, you will: Lead the design of complex, high-impact UI systems such as HUD, inventory management, strategy planning interfaces, or social menus. Drive the UI design workflow from wireframing and prototyping to creating art assets and supporting implementation within our current UI ecosystem. Collaborate closely with other UI and game designers, artists, and engineers to ensure cohesive and functional UI solutions. Ensure UI systems align with the overall creative vision in a live-service game. Optimize UI assets for performance, accessibility, and a seamless user experience. Contribute to UI-related discussions in design meetings and actively influence decision-making. Mentor and exchange knowledge with fellow UI designers. At Arrowhead, every team member has a meaningful impact on the game and is involved in key decisions. Who you are: We're looking for someone who is friendly and collaborative, but also hardworking, efficient, and dedicated to the game development craft! You thrive in a fast-paced environment and take ownership of your work. Senior level experience in a similar role within the games industry, for AA or AAA titles and/or for co-op or live-service games. Proven experience designing and implementing high-quality, intuitive UI systems, end to end, from wireframe to prototype to final art asset. A strong understanding of UX principles and best practices in game UI design. Comfortable working with UI middleware such as Noesis GUI. Familiar with design tools such as Figma, Illustrator, InDesign, or even Photoshop. The ability to work independently, take responsibility, and spot issues before they become problems. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments (kanban, standups, design reviews). Enjoys mentoring and knowledge-sharing. Strong communication skills with a cooperative attitude. Excellent written and spoken English skills. Bonus points if you have: Experience with Stingray or a comparable proprietary engine. Console certification experience (PlayStation TRC / platform conventions). Accessibility design experience (colorblind modes, subtitle/HUD scaling, controller remapping). Have worked in a Contractor/Plug & Play model. How to apply If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible. We ask that your application always include relevant work samples or a link to your portfolio. We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit. Practical Information Contract type: Fixed-term, 9 months (ideal start: January 2027). Scope: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Location: Stockholm office, hybrid setup possible. Eligibility: You must already have the right to work in Sweden and be based in or near Stockholm. We're not able to offer visa or relocation sponsorship for this role. We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find dogs and occasionally some cats around. What we offer Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 140+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Located in the heart of Södermalm, in Fatburen in the middle of the Game Dev scene we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. The is a a lot of different types of activities immediately available on our doorstep. Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We’re committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high. We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here!

We are now looking for a Head of People to join us on a 12 month contract. This is a key leadership role overseeing HR and the Craft Manager group across the studio for a 12 month period, temporarily assuming the people responsibilities currently held by our Chief of Staff. Reporting to the CEO, you will directly lead the Craft Managers and HR Business Partners across the studio. You will ensure that recruitment, people processes, performance management, and day to day people leadership operate smoothly and consistently. At the end of the contract, you will oversee a clear and well documented handover to the permanent Chief of Staff. Who you are: You are an experienced HR leader who is equally comfortable leading the HR function and developing managers. The right person can distinguish great from good and sets the bar accordingly. You bring sound judgment to sensitive situations such as employee relations cases, union matters, compensation decisions and know how to handle and document them properly. You build trust quickly. You can step into an existing organization, understand how it already works, and lead its people functions without a long ramp-up. You combine strategic leadership with a practical approach and are comfortable taking an active role in performance cycles, compensation processes, and recruitment when needed. You have high integrity, strong communication skills, and a genuine desire to help both people and the organization succeed. What you'll do: As Head of People, you will lead HR and the Craft Manager group, with all Craft Managers and HR Business Partners reporting directly to you. In short, the Head of People will: Lead, prioritise, and develop the HR team. Lead and align the Craft Manager group, making sure they are equipped, supported, and held accountable. Own workforce planning, talent management, and organisational design, working closely with studio leaders. Lead performance management cycles, including ratings, reviews, performance improvement plans, and development plans. Handle and support employee relations cases, including documentation and follow-through Lead compensation processes, including salary reviews and profit share elections. Represent the studio in union negotiations and statutory employee representation meetings, including preparing for and participating in these discussions. Shape and reinforce the studio’s culture by promoting effective collab oration and recognising the behaviours and contributions we value. Set strategic priorities and oversee workload planning for HR and the Craft Manager group, reporting progress to senior management. What we're looking for An experienced HR leader who can quickly take responsibility for an established people function and provide direction to both HR professionals and people managers. Sound judgement and discretion, with the confidence to navigate complex employee relations, union, performance, and compensation matters. A collaborative and credible communicator who can build trust and influence stakeholders at every level of the studio. A practical, adaptable approach and the ability to make a meaningful impact within a 12 month assignment while preparing for a smooth handover. Professional fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken How to apply If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible.  We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit. Practical Information Scope: Full-time, 12- month contract, reporting to the CEO Location: Office first, hybrid solution possible. You need to be eligible to work in Sweden. We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find dogs and occasionally some cats around. What we offer Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 140+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Located in the heart of Södermalm, in Fatburen in the middle of the Game Dev scene we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. The is a a lot of different types of activities immediately available on our doorstep. Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We’re committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high. We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here!

We are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner  At Arrowhead, the Senior HR Business Partner shapes and leads the people strategies that carry our studio's vision forward. They work closely with leadership to drive change, plan for what's ahead, and lead initiatives that reach across the whole organization. This is a role for someone who brings deep HR and Labour Law expertise together with real business understanding, someone who can advise on complex matters, scale initiatives, and coach managers into stronger people leaders. Stakeholders can rely on you for a wide number of areas such as strategic guidance on people growth and workforce planning and talent management initiatives. At its core, this role is about shaping a people first culture that aligns with where the studio is headed. What you'll own: Managing employee relations cases, including investigations and conflict resolution Guiding leadership through reorganizations, restructuring, and workforce changes in line with Swedish employment law Advising on and handling performance matters Serving as an advisor and partner to senior leaders on people matters Aligning HR strategy with business goals and the studio's long term vision Leading change initiatives, performance strategies, and organizational design efforts Driving engagement, inclusion, and development across the studio Leading and executing high impact, cross functional HR projects Supporting workforce planning and recruitment strategy for key roles and teams Using HR and organizational metrics to inform strategic planning and improvements Supporting leadership in planning for structural changes, growth, and succession What you'll bring Solid, proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar senior HR role. The ability to work independently and make sound judgment calls without needing close oversight Professional fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken Strong practical knowledge of Swedish employment law and labour relations To be successful in this job, we believe you act as a key partner who drives both people outcomes and business outcomes. We believe you proactively spot gaps or risks and lead solutions that scale across the whole studio. We believe you can influence leadership decisions with clarity, data, and strong business context. We also believe you show sound judgment and empathy in high pressure situations, and that you educate and empower managers to lead better through clear frameworks and support rather than just answers. How to apply If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible.  We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit. Practical Information Scope: Full-time: 40 hours per week with initial 6 month probation period. Location: Office first, hybrid solution possible. You need to be eligible to work in Sweden. We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find dogs and occasionally some cats around. What we offer Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 140+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Located in the heart of Södermalm, in Fatburen in the middle of the Game Dev scene we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. The is a a lot of different types of activities immediately available on our doorstep. Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We’re committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high. We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here!

If you’re looking to make the best co-op games in the world, you’ve come to the right place. We're proud to have some of the best game makers and collaborators in the industry working with us. What's more, we're a fun bunch of game developers, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Our games are not for everyone. Are they for you? We are now looking for a Commercial Manager Who you are: An analytically and commercially minded professional who's motivated by connecting Players with content they'll love. This is a hands-on, business-facing role, you don't need a background in games, but you do need a genuine interest in gaming and an understanding of what makes a creative product tick. What you'll do The Commercial Manager at Arrowhead works in a data-driven way: formulating hypotheses, analyzing data, and acting on the results. You'll systematically define test cases, analyse outcomes, and model business cases for hypothetical scenarios to help inform decision-making. You'll also build and run our in-game store, from constructing offer bundles and setting prices, to planning and executing commercial campaigns. You'll also lead audience-segmented initiatives with purposes like reactivation, engagement, and conversion, using our in-game tools directly. Specific role responsibilities are: Own and run in-game store offers and life-cycle initiatives from the ground up. Construct bundles of in-game items and set pricing. Strategize for and execute commercial campaigns (e.g. seasonal bundles), coordinating closely with Narrative and Art to bring them to life. Own and drive initiatives such as compliance and publishing-focused projects. Build a strong understanding of Player pain points related to commercial factors, through data, research, and community feedback. Report on daily/weekly performance against KPIs. We believe that you: Find satisfaction in driving business value, and can back that up with a background in finance, economics, business, or another quantitative field. Understand the creative process behind making games and gaming in general. Have positions and assumptions grounded in data, not sentiment. Are comfortable working with data across different tools, from Excel/Sheets for modeling to reading dashboards in BI tools. Are comfortable pivoting from set plans when required. Are communicative and collaborative, with strong project management instincts. Have a high degree of integrity. You tell it like it is (with compassion). Have strong initiative and the ability to build new processes from the ground up. Nice if you also have: Hands-on A/B testing experience. Platform storefront experience (PlayStation, Steam) How to apply If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible.  We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit. Practical Information Scope: Full-time: 40 hours per week with initial 6 month probation period. Location: Office first, hybrid solution possible. You need to be eligible to work in Sweden. We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find dogs and occasionally some cats around. What we offer Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 140+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Located in the heart of Södermalm, in Fatburen in the middle of the Game Dev scene we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. The is a a lot of different types of activities immediately available on our doorstep. Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We’re committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high. We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here!

If you’re looking to make the best co-op games in the world, you’ve come to the right place. We're proud to have some of the best game makers and collaborators in the industry working with us. What's more, we're a fun bunch of game developers, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Our games are not for everyone. Are they for you? We are now looking for a Data Engineer! As a Data Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, optimization, and operation of our data infrastructure and backend systems. You will work closely with a collaborative team of engineers, focusing on technologies such as SQL Server, Azure Data Factory, Azure, C# and ASP.NET Core. If you are passionate about building scalable, efficient, data-driven backend solutions, we want to hear from you. Who you are: You have experience tuning all aspects of SQL Server, including query and execution-plan analysis and know exactly where to place the right index. Your savvy troubleshooting skills include identifying and mitigating locking and concurrency issues. You know what is important when it comes to observability and monitoring, what needs acting on as well as identifying blind spots. You are comfortable automating and orchestrating repetitive tasks such as reports and data exports. You are experienced with data classification and different retention needs. You have experience in backend development using C# and ASP.NET Core. You are familiar with cloud platform providers such as Azure and their data infrastructure services. What you'll do: Database management: Design and implement efficient database structures using SQL Server, optimizing data storage, and retrieval for optimal system performance. Database operations: Ensure database operations under sustained production load are healthy and performant, supporting both players, designers and fellow developers in their day-to-day activities. Database observability: Create and maintain alert rules, the SQL metrics exporter, Grafana dashboards, and Extended-Events-based performance diagnostics. Data pipelines: Operate and evolve the Azure Data Factory pipelines, maintenance, and telemetry events. Application development: Design and develop backend solutions using C#, ASP.NET Core, and Microsoft Orleans, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability. Cloud integration: Utilize Azure services to build and optimize cloud-based backend components, ensuring seamless integration with our applications. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and ensure the successful delivery of projects. Our tech stack Azure SQL Server, Azure Data Factory, NET/C#, ASPNET Core, Docker, Kubernetes/AKS, CosmosDB, Redis, Grafana, MS Orleans, Kafka How to apply If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible. We ask that your application always include relevant work samples or a link to your portfolio. We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit. Practical Information Scope: Full-time: 40 hours per week with initial 6 month probation period. Location: Office first. We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find cute dogs and occasionally some cats around. What we offer Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 140+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Located in the heart of Södermalm, in Fatburen in the middle of the Game Dev scene we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. The is a a lot of different types of activities immediately available on our doorstep. Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We’re committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high. We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here! Öppen för alla Vi fokuserar på din kompetens, inte dina övriga förutsättningar. Vi är öppna för att anpassa rollen eller arbetsplatsen efter dina behov.