Game Developer

ELK Studios; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

ELK Studios in Stockholm is seeking a Game Client Developer with a passion for bringing games to life. You will implement animations, sounds, effects, and particle systems while ensuring the game’s functionality, flow and server communication across platforms.

You’ll collaborate with fellow developers, animators, artists, backend engineers and product owners to push the creative and technical boundaries of iGaming experiences. English fluency is essential; Swedish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of software development experience.
• Team work: Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for Gaming: A passion for video games and an understanding of what makes them visually engaging.
• Language: Excellent English language skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Swedish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across disciplines to build best-in-class iGames.
• Collaborate with backend developers, math designers and Product owners to realize ideas.
• Push the boundaries of what is possible in iGames to create exciting experiences.

Skills

Software development

Teamwork

English skills

Gaming passion

Job description

Do you want to be part of creating fantastic, unique and entertaining iGaming experiences in a competitive global market?

We are looking for a talented Game Client Developer with a strong passion for bringing life, entertainment and excitement to our growing games portfolio. ELK is a leading developer in the iGaming industry, known for our innovative, visually stunning, and critically acclaimed game titles and IPs. We push the boundaries of gameplay and visual fidelity, setting new standards in the iGaming world.

About the role:

We take great pride in creating and offering our players a wide range of themes and mechanics in our games. As a Game Client Developer, you’ll take on the exciting challenge of implementing animations, sounds, effects, and particle systems in our games, while taking on the responsibility for the game’s functionality, flow, and server communication.

A typical work week as a Game Client Developer can consist of:

• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with other Game Client Developers, animators and game artists to collaboratively build “best in class” iGames.
• Communication: Collaborate with the backend developers, math designers and Product owners to bring their technical ideas into the players view.
• Innovation: Push the boundaries of what is possible in the realms of iGames to create exciting and memorable experiences.

Who are you?

You are both creative and innovative, constantly seeking solutions that enhance the game experience while working within technical constraints. You excel at maintaining and adapting the game’s visual style across multiple platforms, ensuring all visual assets are cohesive and compelling throughout the development process.

To thrive with us, you need to be a team player with a good ability to handle feedback and work together with different disciplines. You are self-driven, and responsible and strive to develop your skill and others constantly. It is important that you are organized and solution-oriented with the ability to tackle challenges and solve problems with a strong sense of ownership and deliver on deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience of software development.
• Team work: Experience working with cross functional teams. Be open to feedback and take the initiative to independently enhance and perfect your work, while still ensuring it aligns with the product team’s vision for the game.
• Passion for Gaming: A passion for video games and an understanding of what makes them visually engaging and immersive.
• Language: The ideal candidate will possess excellent English language skills, both in written and verbal communication, as this is essential for daily tasks and collaboration.
• Proficiency in Swedish is a plus but not required.

We offer

An exciting opportunity to work on innovative gaming projects. With our short project cycles, you’ll have the chance to explore various technologies and contribute to creating immersive, engaging iGaming experiences. Join us to develop your skills in a vibrant, innovative environment where your passion for game development and functionality can truly shine!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

We work on-site at our awesome office, 2 minutes from T-Centralen in Stockholm.

For the right candidate, the recruitment process includes: interviews (digitally and at our studio), as well as a work assignment.