Game Developer (backend)

Hacksaw Studios AB; Stockholms län; On-site; SEK 431,778 - 647,668; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness allowance

In-office massage

Opportunities for personal growth

Job summary

Hacksaw Studios AB is seeking a Game Developer in Stockholm to transform game concepts into high-performing gaming experiences. You'll collaborate with designers and product owners to implement backend gameplay mechanics and ensure smooth communications for frontend development.

The ideal candidate has a solid backend development background and programming experience in languages such as C#. Join a passionate team in a modern office and enjoy perks like wellness allowances and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Solid backend development background.
• Experience with programming languages like C#, Java, or C++.
• High interest in or education in mathematics or statistics.
• Experience with unit testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement backend gameplay mechanics.
• Ensure backend communications support front-end development.
• Collaborate with design teams to implement game ideas.
• Perform statistical modeling and testing.

Skills

Backend development

C#

Mathematics

Statistics

Education

University degree in a related field

Job description

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.

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.