Department Managers

Avalanche Studios is the leading independent game developer in Sweden employing approximately 80 people. Our first game, Just Cause, was released in 2006 and has sold over 1 million copies worldwide. Released in March 2010 the follow-up, Just Cause 2, has already received rave reviews. Focused on original IP projects and high-profile licenses we are currently working on multiple high-end titles for PS3, XBOX and PC. Avalanche Studios is a technology focused company where it's important that our staff is feeling great and are having fun together. Friday beer, massage in the office and sport activities are just some of the things that makes it so easy to enjoy working here. Furthermore you will work as part of a cross functional team together with some of the most talented and experienced individuals in the gaming industry. Avalanche Studios also owns Expansive Worlds who develop theHunter, the world's most realistic hunting simulator. We are looking for the right individuals to head the Technical, and Content departments at Avalanche Studios. Their priority will be to ensure that the departments continue to consist of motivated individuals that have the knowledge and skill to keep Avalanche at the forefront of game development. They will have staff responsibility for ca 40 people which includes performance evaluations, recruitment, salary negotiations and general administration. Another responsibility is to set up and maintain relations with educational institutes e.g. universities, research centers etc. Key requirements are . Excellent people skills . Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English . Previous experience from personnel responsibility like staff development and staff performance evaluation . Previous experience from recruiting . Good understanding of the challenges in software development or content creation and the skills needed to overcome them Favourable . Previous experience in project management . Previous experience in having a leading role within the gaming industry . A university degree Favourable for Technical Department Manager . Programming experience Favourable for Content Department Manager . 3D, animation or game/level design experience To apply for this position please register below with a detailed CV and cover letter. All further information is provided under non-disclosure agreement only. All applicants are required to relocate to work full-time in Stockholm, Sweden.