Malmö: Senior VFX Artist

As a UX Design Lead on this project, your focus will be coordinating the other UX designers on the team, and representing the UX design discipline in communication with project leadership as well as other disciplines. Your work will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
We are seeking people who are able to take on a lead role in UX discipline. Being able to navigate the discipline is an important part of the job. It’s important that you enjoy working in a team where everyone supports each other, and also that you get 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 enjoy their jobs and the games we make.
Responsibilities
Coach team members and support managers in providing feedback for personal development.
Provide input cross-discipline from a UX Design perspective.
Aid Producer in sprint planning and recommend feature/task ownership among the UX Designers on the team.
Balance UX Design decisions in the project leadership team, informing and supporting the team to make good decisions for upcoming features.
Responsible for ensuring the team finds a good balance between quality, end-user value and cost / time required.
Coordinate with designers, programmers, and artists and make changes to both UI and gameplay mechanics if necessary.
Creating and maintaining game project documentation and processes.
Work with the Design Director on departmental initiatives.
Align the team on and execute the Game Director’s creative vision.

Required Qualifications
Strong interest to work in a leadership role.
Professional experience in UX Design.
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
Experience in code-based scripting.
An interest in Strategy games.

We are looking for people who want to actively collaborate with the people around them. 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 an ability to get into things quickly are two important aspects.


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: Design Director
Location: Stockholm, Sweden

At IKEA of Sweden Business Area Food (BA Food) we are passionate food lovers that from our Malmö office develop and provide food for the many people around the world. Every year 680 million visitors experience a taste of Sweden in the IKEA Restaurants, Swedish Food Markets, Cafes and Bistro´s in our different markets. With Food at the heart of everyday life, we offer honest food for the many people and the planet.

Our Food business is a strong contributor to the IKEA brand and business growth and we have the ambition to drive positive change in the food industry. The journey ahead in Food is very exciting. Over the next years, we will continue to strengthen the core of what we do -developing food that is good for people and the planet.  We dare to challenge ourselves, living our values, every day and we embrace the future and face the opportunities to enable success.

We are in search of a highly motivated and engaged Graphic Designer for our Packaging design and Artwork team at Business Area Food. 

As Graphic Designer you will be part of a team responsible for the graphic design and creation of final artwork for packaging and labelling of the product range at IKEA Food, that is to say all our products in the Swedish Food Market including for example coffee, salmon, meatballs and more. Your responsibilities include producing, editing and updating printing originals for original packaging on time and with excellent quality.

In this position you will:
Design and create final artwork for packaging and labelling of the IKEA Food products.
Ensure, in co-operation with the Laws & Standards and Quality functions, that packaging complies with legal and other demands for all markets concerned.
Secure, in co-operation with the Laws & Standards and Quality functions, overall quality (linguistically, typographical and visually) of packaging to ensure clarity and comprehensibility.
Perform quality checking and approval of all packaging and printed matter.
Contribute to packaging design development by creating mock ups and visualization of the new products.
Update, support, document and archive all final artworks.


Does this sound like your next challenge? 

We look forward to receiving your application in English latest the 2nd of September 2022. Please note that we will be interviewing continuously, which means that we may close the application process earlier than stated if we find the right candidates.

Please note that this is a temporary assignment until August 2023.

If you have any questions regarding the positions, please contact Albina Makhmudova Marketing & Communication leader, BA Food at albina.makhmudova@inter.ikea.com. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Louisa Jörgensen, Recruiter on +46 704 219 743.

As our team continues to grow, we are thrilled to invite a curious and results-driven Senior Producer to join us in Malmö. In this dynamic role, you'll support the production team, ensuring the seamless execution of the project. Be a crucial part of our journey and help bring our latest project, Exoborne, to life!
Reporting to a Lead Producer, you'll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the studio, ensuring we have the best organizational structure, processes, and practices that allow them to produce high-quality work on time and within budget.
The ideal candidate understands the creative chaos of AAA game development and can create comprehensive goals for the teams to work towards.
Responsibilities Lead feature teams to deliver on their goals through problem-solving, motivation, and support.
Collaborate with Production leadership, Directors, and Leads to turn creative vision into actionable, scoped plans, maintaining a long-term view of planning while embracing the iterative nature of the creative development process.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve development effectiveness and quality of life.
Identify and solve complex project problems with minimal supervision.
Mentor less experienced Producers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Build and maintain a positive team culture and morale.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices, integrating learnings into game development.
Track and report on development team progress, morale, and potential risks, proactively solving issues as they arise.
Requirements Demonstrable experience as a Senior Producer or 4+ years as a Producer within a large development team.
Experience in all stages of AAA/AA development from concept to release as a Producer. Post-launch experience with a Live Service is a plus.
Expert understanding of modern project management methodologies and how best to apply them. Experience in coaching and training individuals in agile/lean concepts and practices is a plus.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Passionate about building a positive team culture and improving development efficiency.
Who we are
Sharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights.
Currently, we are working on two major projects: Exoborne – a Sharkmob original game created in Malmö, is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a United States torn apart by apocalyptic forces of nature. The second project, developed in London, is another Sharkmob original IP yet to be announced. Our first game, Bloodhunt - a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe, was released on 27 April 2022.
At Sharkmob, we are committed to building an inclusive team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets – because we believe that helps us create great games. We welcome all candidates who are aligned with our core values of shared ownership, smart decisions, and, last but not least – having fun! We hope you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, visit our homepage.

As the Manager for User Insights, you will centralize the understanding of our gaming community, ensuring that our products and strategies align with user needs, sentiments, and behaviours. Acting as the bridge between user research, in-game analytics, market trends, and company/product strategy, this position has a critical impact on product development, marketing, and competitive positioning.
Central to the Manager's mission is building, scaling, and refining our current user research and data teams while also exploring the future potential of a market research team. Recognizing each unit's unique strengths and challenges, the Manager will be pivotal in ensuring these teams are well-resourced, strategically aligned, and operate at the forefront of industry best practices.
One of the Manager's key challenges will be ensuring the seamless integration of user insights into our development teams' daily operations. The Manager will ensure insights are translated into actionable development directives by championing close collaboration, fostering open communication channels, and facilitating regular feedback loops.

ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy
Lead, mentor, and grow the User Research and Data teams.
Plan for the potential integration and leadership of a future Market Research team.
Set strategic goals for the Insights department in alignment with company and project objectives.
Champion a data-informed culture, ensuring insights and research are at the forefront of decision-making processes.

User Research
Oversee user research initiatives, from usability studies to in-depth interviews, ensuring actionable and relevant insights.
Promote the integration of user feedback into product development and design processes.
Advocate for the user, ensuring their needs and behaviors are well understood and addressed.

Data Analysis & Management
Guide the Data team in extracting, analyzing, and presenting data from various sources.
Ensure the integration of quantitative data with qualitative findings for a holistic understanding of user behaviour and preferences.
Oversee the development and maintenance of data infrastructures, ensuring robustness, scalability, and compliance with data privacy regulations.

Data Maturity & Integration
Drive the growth of data maturity, championing the consistent and meaningful use of data in all facets of our operations.
Develop and oversee comprehensive training and education initiatives to empower teams with data literacy and analytical capabilities.
Engage with stakeholders at all levels to garner buy-in, ensuring that insights are fully integrated into our game development processes and strategies.

Collaboration & Communication
Act as the primary liaison between the Insights department and other teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Present insights and findings to stakeholders, ranging from developers to senior management.
Foster cross-functional relationships to facilitate the effective implementation of recommendations from research and data analytics.

Continuous Improvement
Stay updated with the latest methodologies, tools, and trends in user research and data analytics.
Drive innovation in research methods and data interpretation.
Establish and maintain best practices and standards for the Insights department.
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., psychology, sociology, statistics, data science, market research). Advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in user research, data analysis, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., , Python, R) and research tools (e.g., usability testing software, survey platforms).
Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Who we are
Sharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights.
Currently, we are working on two major projects: Exoborne – a Sharkmob original game created in Malmö, is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a United States torn apart by apocalyptic forces of nature. The second project, developed in London, is another Sharkmob original IP yet to be announced. Our first game, Bloodhunt - a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe, was released on 27 April 2022.
At Sharkmob, we are committed to building an inclusive team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets – because we believe that helps us create great games. We welcome all candidates who are aligned with our core values of shared ownership, smart decisions, and, last but not least – having fun! We hope you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, visit our homepage.

With the upcoming release of Exoborne, we are looking to strengthen our Art Outsourcing team with an Outsourcing Supervisor focusing on Character Art. Your main responsibility will be to ensure high technical and aesthetic quality of the assets produced by our outsourcing partners.
This role provides a great opportunity to collaborate with both internal and external art teams and make a big impact on our upcoming AAA-game, using your artistic as well as communication skills. As an Outsourcing Supervisor, you will be essential to the realization of the project and improving how we work with our art outsourcing partners.
Key elements of the role Reviewing assets submitted by outsourcing partners according to project needs and requirements
Managing the backlog of assets and preparing briefs according to project needs while ensuring assets align sufficiently with technical requirements, target quality and direction
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for all collaborations and workflows as a part of the Art Outsourcing team
Requirements Experience as a Character Artist, preferably with realistic art styles
Self-reliant and structured/organized
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Good sense of art quality
Able to work methodically with tools such as Jira and Confluence
Bonus points Previous experience as a Lead, Producer or Supervisor
Experience giving feedback on outsourced art for games
Experience managing outsourcing pipelines and collaborating with external partners

You don't need to be a gamer to join us, but we consider it a bonus (and hopefully, you do too!).
Who we areSharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights.
Currently, we are working on two major projects: Exoborne – a Sharkmob original game created in Malmö, is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a United States torn apart by apocalyptic forces of nature. The second project, developed in London, is another Sharkmob original IP yet to be announced. Our first game, Bloodhunt - a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe, was released on 27 April 2022.
At Sharkmob, we are committed to building an inclusive team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets – because we believe that helps us create great games. We welcome all candidates who are aligned with our core values of shared ownership, smart decisions, and, last but not least – having fun! We hope you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, visit our homepage.