Lediga jobb Paradox Development Studio AB i Umeå

Are you a creative and dedicated games industry professional with experience in quest creation and writing? Are you a humble and learning-focused individual who is interested in helping Paradox Arctic take our games to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
As a Content Designer on the sci-fi game Stellaris at our development studio in Umeå, you will be focused on designing, scripting, researching, and writing engaging game content. Your work will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game you work on.
We are seeking storytellers that are passionate about their craft and about creating exciting experiences for our players. It’s important that you enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other, and also that you are motivated by having the freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and deliver. You care about quality and you’re motivated by the idea of our many fans around the world praising your work after release. You thrive in a creative environment where people around you love their jobs and the games we make.




Responsibilities
Designing and implementing short narratives as well as other types of content for various gameplay systems
Writing text for in-game content in (American) English that thematically fits within the game
Scripting game logic, game databases, and branching narratives using our in-house scripting language
Engaging in research on related topics to find inspiration for crafting entertaining content that creates memorable gaming experiences
Taking ownership of tasks and working independently to ensure quality and timely delivery in coordination with the other Content Designers
Defining audiovisual asset needs and communicating them to the producer and art and audio departments



Required Qualifications
Professional experience in narrative design or content design.
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
Experience with or interest in code-based scripting.



Desirable Qualifications
Experience modding Paradox Grand Strategy Games (preferably Stellaris)





As a person, you like to actively collaborate with the people around you. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and the ability to get into things quickly are two important abilities.
Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in writing samples and any other content that you have produced for games or other media.
Scope: Full time and permanent
Reports to: TBD
Location: Umeå, Sweden


If you think that this description matches you, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.
At Paradox Interactive we celebrate difference and care deeply about diversity and inclusion. We, therefore, encourage you, no matter who you are, to apply for this job if you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
While the role is stationed at Paradox Arctic in Umeå, Sweden, we believe that the role could start working remote and relocate to the office within ~6 months after joining.






Some of our benefits include:








If you think that this description matches you, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.


At Paradox Interactive we celebrate difference and care deeply about diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage you, no matter who you are, to apply for this job if you think you’d be a great addition to our team. Visa mindre

Are you a dedicated game designer with a passion for management and strategy games? Can you nerd out in details, balancing, and problem solving? Then you might be the one we’re looking for!Paradox Arctic is developing Deep, Appealing and Personal games within the management and strategy genres in anything from historic and contemporary to fantasy and sci-fi environments. As a Game Designer on a new and unannounced title, you will be a vital project team member where you will be involved in designing gameplay features and systems under the guidance of the Project Lead and Game Director. You will lead a small team of junior and mid-level designers and have a direct and substantial impact on the game.We work as a team and support each other but we expect every individual to have the responsibility to take charge of tasks and see that they are delivered. We care about quality and are motivated by the love and respect from our fans and to release a title we can all be proud of. ResponsibilitiesDesigning and documenting gameplay features and mechanicsWorking closely with the Game Director, making sure the gameplay aligns with the visionExpand on the design details and identify issues with the existing game designBalance gameplay features and systemsDefining asset needs required for the game design and communicating those effectively to the Game Director, Project Lead, Artists and Audio DepartmentWork closely with the Artists and Programmers to make sure the design is properly implemented according to the specificationRequired QualificationsAt least 5 years of professional games industry experience as Game DesignerAbility to translate design goals into tangible mechanics and balancing valuesAbility to work independently with assigned tasks and take responsibility for delivering game design specifications according to the project’s scheduleGood problem solving skillsAbility to reach consensus in an interdisciplinary team of subject matter expertsInterest in management and/or strategy gamesSince our games are within the management and strategy genres, it’s a big plus if you’ve worked with that before. If you have experience in programming and scripting, that will be advantageous for you in this role, and so will experience from designing economic systems for management and/or strategy-games - though it’s not required. Having designed games for XBox & PS4 is also a plus.At Paradox Arctic Studio, we desire individuals that are capable of open and clear communication skills within their team and co-workers. As Designers, we strive to cooperate with each other by sharing and receiving constructive feedback while trying to be a positive influence on other team members and support each other.If you think that this description matches you, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will interview candidates continuously. If you don't match all the requirements, please demonstrate how your passion, attitude and interest in Paradox might compensate for this.At Paradox Interactive we celebrate difference and care deeply about diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage you, no matter who you are, to apply for this job if you think you’d be a great addition to our team. Visa mindre