145350 München Art 38 Full time positions Animation Artist (f/m/d) The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Work hands-on in Unreal Engine 5 across multiple active game projects.

Create, implement and optimize high-quality animations for both humanoid and non-humanoid characters.

Produce animations directly in Unreal Engine.

Set up and maintain animation systems in UE5, including Animation Blueprints, Control Rig, State Machines and Sequencer workflows.

Implement in-game cinematics, cutscenes and scripted animation sequences.

Collaborate closely with designers, programmers, artists and technical artists in agile development teams of up to 15 people.

Contribute to several projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and consistency.

Help improve animation workflows, pipelines and production efficiency.

Define specifications and briefs for outsourced animation work, including feedback and handover processes.

Contribute to exciting game titles across multiple platforms.

Work alongside a passionate and experienced development team.

Primarily work with Unreal Engine 5, contributing hands on work directly in the projects.

Create and optimize animations - both for humanoids (biped) and non-humanoids - in UE or in CC tools (preferably in blender).

Set up and work with animations in UE4/5, including control rig and animation blueprint systems.

Implement sequences and cutscenes.

Work in an agile project team with up to 15 people.

Take part in several projects at a time.

Improve workflows and pipelines.

Work on awesome game titles for various platforms.

Create specifications and briefs for outsourced work and handle handovers and feedback.

Work with a competent, passionate team of developers.

]]> Who are we looking for:

Strong knowledge of 3D animation workflows using Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, or similar software.

Experience working with Unreal Engine 5 animation systems and Animation Blueprints.

Understanding of rigging, skinning and character setup workflows.

Familiarity with modern real-time game production pipelines and industry-standard animation workflows.

Strong understanding of production tools, workflows and optimization practices.

Basic understanding of shaders, materials and PBR workflows.

Proactive mindset with a willingness to research, learn and share knowledge with the team.

]]> The ideal candidate also has one more of the following:

Experience with modeling and texturing.

Basic 2D art or design skills.

Strong eye for visual quality, timingand polish.

Interest in bridging the gap between Art and Technical Art.

Experience creating shaders, VFX, particles, or procedural systems.

Advanced Blueprint knowledge in Unreal Engine.

Experience with cinematic workflows and Sequencer tools.

]]> You are:

A collaborative team player who enjoys solving problems together.

Self-motivated, organized and reliable.

Comfortable communicating in English, both written and spoken.

Interested in working onsite with our team in Munich.

]]> What we offer:

A great motivated, passionate and ambitious team of over 100 people in Munich

A secure job in an up-coming industry with a bright future

38-hour week

We pay for your train / public transport ticket

Flexible remote working time models by arrangement

Relocation support if needed

Free drinks like softdrinks, coffee, tea and a weekly fresh organic fruit basket

A super awesome, modern and unique office

You also get a credit card from us, which we top up with 50€ per month *

Lunch subsidy of 7.50€ per working day

Company-based events for knowledge transfer, fun and recreation

After probation time]]> permanent experienced full-time 2-5 Animation,blender,Unreal,Unity,agile,games,non-games,3ds max,rigging,skinning general_and_other_creative_and_design creative_and_design 2019-09-27T12:50:20+00:00 32400.00 66000.00 € EUR yearly 2385017 München Remote Art 38 Full time positions Art Lead (f/m/d) Your role: As Art Lead, you are responsible for the planning, execution and control of the Art Team’s contribution within complex, multi-disciplinary projects. This role is fundamentally management-driven, combining production ownership, team leadership and creative direction.
You will ensure that art production is structured, predictable and aligned with project goals, balancing creative ambition with technical constraints, timelines and budgets.
Rather than operational creation, your role is to define scope, guide execution, mitigate risks and ensure delivery across all art disciplines (2D, 3D, concept art, animation, VFX, lighting, UI/UX).
You act as a central communication and coordination hub between Art Direction, development team other department leads. You will be part of translating vision into clear plans, actionable tasks and measurable outcomes.]]> The kind of stuff you`ll be doing: Your day-to-day work focuses on planning, coordination and control of art production:

Production Ownership & Planning

Own art production planning within a project, including sprint planning, milestone definition and backlog structuring.
Break down high-level goals into clear tasks, priorities and deliverables for the team.
Prepare and maintain project roadmaps, progress tracking and reporting.
Actively monitor progress, identify risks early and take corrective action.

Scoping & Estimation

Contribute to initial project scoping, defining art requirements, complexity and risks.
Provide realistic estimations and help shape achievable production plans.
Continuously refine scope and priorities throughout development based on project needs.
Define and manage timeboxes, production constraints and quality targets.

Quality Control & Guidelines

Develop and refine the visual style, language and aesthetic direction of the project in collaboration with the Art Director.
Apply strong visual judgment to evaluate work, ensuring clarity, consistency and impact across all disciplines.
Use principles of composition, color, form, readability and visual hierarchy to guide decisions and elevate overall product quality.
Establish, maintain and enforce clear art guidelines, pipelines and quality standards.
Ensure deliverables meet defined visual, technical and performance targets, resulting in a cohesive and high-quality product that is both functional and visually compelling.
Initiate and drive process improvements, tools adoption and workflows that enhance efficiency and quality within the department.
Support the team with structured feedback and review processes focused on production goals.
Maintain a balance between quality expectations and delivery constraints.

Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary art team (Concept, 2D, 3D, Animation, VFX, Lighting, UI/UX).
Provide direction, clarity and priorities, ensuring the team works efficiently toward shared goals.
Mentor and support artists while holding the team accountable for delivery and quality.
Ensure alignment between Art, Tech Art, Design and Engineering.

Outsourcing & External Collaboration

Define clear specifications and briefs for outsourced work.
Manage outsourcing pipelines, including handover, feedback and review cycles.
Ensure external contributions meet technical, artistic and production requirements.

Communication & Stakeholder Alignment

Act as the key interface between Art, Art Direction, Product Owner and other Leads.
Ensure a clear understanding of project intent, target audience, budget and timeline.
Communicate status, risks and trade-offs transparently to stakeholders.
Represent the Art Team in cross-department planning and decision-making.

]]> Who are we looking for: We are looking for a production-focused art leader who understands that delivering high-quality visuals in modern game development requires structure, planning and control in addition to an artistic mindset.

7+ years of experience in game development, including leadership roles within an Art Team.
Proven experience in managing production, planning workloads and delivering complex projects.
Strong foundation in visual art, aesthetics and design principles, with the ability to assess and drive visual quality at a product level.
Strong understanding of art pipelines, dependencies and technical constraints across disciplines.
Ability to scope work, estimate effort and manage changing requirements.
Experience with Agile or similar production methodologies (sprint planning, backlog management, etc.).
Solid knowledge of modern production environments (e.g. Unreal Engine 5 pipelines).
Strong communication skills with the ability to align multiple stakeholders and disciplines.
A mindset focused on problem-solving, risk management and accountability.
Fluent in English (German is a plus).

]]> Main responsibilities

Own the planning, execution and delivery of all art-related work within a project.

Ensure artistic quality standards and consistency.

Ensure art production is structured, transparent and predictable.

Define and control scope, quality targets and production constraints.

Identify, communicate and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Establish and enforce guidelines, pipelines and workflows.

Drive cross-team alignment to ensure smooth integration into the overall product.

Support project setup, pitching and early-phase planning with clear art direction and scoping input.

Conduct regular feedback sessions, evaluations and 1:1s to ensure continuous improvement and clear communication.

Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Support project pitching, visual benchmarks and marketing art when needed.

]]> What we offer:

A welcoming and vibrant office fostering creativity and collaboration.

A 38-hour workweek, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Relocation support if needed, making your transition to Munich seamless.

Flexible remote work options tailored to your responsibilities.

Free drinks (coffee, tea, soft drinks) and weekly fresh organic fruit baskets.

Monthly prepaid credit card top-up of €50 for added convenience and lunch subsidy provided.*

Recharge your batteries with table tennis or foosball after intense creative sessions.

Exciting company events that combine knowledge exchange, fun and team spirit.

Public transport ticket
*After the probation period.

]]> permanent experienced full-time 7-10 creative_direction_and_lead creative_and_design 2025-10-14T10:55:02+00:00 66000.00 78000.00 € EUR yearly 2620415 München Management 38 Full time positions Assistant to the CEO (f/m/d) About the company: Aesir Interactive is an independent game development studio building ambitious titles for global audiences.
We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and trusted Executive Assistant to the CEO to support our CEO in day-to-day operations and help keep our Munich office running smoothly.]]> Your role: You will work closely with the CEO on scheduling, coordination, communication, preparation, and follow-up.
You are someone who sees what needs to be done, keeps information flowing, handles sensitive topics with discretion, and brings structure to a creative and fast-moving game development environment.]]> Main responsibilities

Manage the CEO’s calendar, appointments, and priorities, including scheduling internal and external meetings.

Prepare agendas, take meeting notes, and track follow-ups.

Prepare meeting materials, briefings, presentations, and documents for partner visits, board meetings, studio presentations, and other key appointments.

Support the CEO with email and communication management, including prioritizing topics, drafting responses, and protecting focus time.

Coordinate business travel, accommodation, itineraries, and related documents.

Handle expense reports, receipts, invoices, and administrative follow-ups related to CEO activities.

Support board, investor, and publisher communication through preparation, documentation, and follow-up where needed.

Handle confidential topics with professionalism, discretion, and good judgment.

]]> Additional responsibilities:

Be based in our Munich office and help ensure a welcoming, organized, and well-functioning workplace.

Help organize team events, office gatherings, company meetings, and internal celebrations.

Support routines and processes that contribute to a positive and productive office culture.

]]> Your Profile

2–5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Team Assistant, Office Manager, Management Assistant, or in a similar coordination role.

Experience supporting a CEO, founder, managing director, or senior leadership team is a strong plus.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage several topics in parallel.

Confidence in taking ownership without needing constant guidance.

Good judgment when deciding what is urgent, what needs preparation, and what needs follow-up.

Fluent German skills, as this role involves office coordination, service providers, official documents, and local vendors.

Very good English skills.

]]> You are:

Confident user of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Comfortable working with digital calendars, shared documents, and task lists.

Able to prepare clear documents, presentations, notes, and overviews.

Experience with tools such as Teams, Confluence, or Jira is a plus.

]]> Bonus Points

Experience in the games industry

Basic understanding of HR, finance, invoicing, travel booking, or vendor coordination.

]]> permanent entry-level full-time 1-2 business_unit_management business_and_strategic_development 2026-04-30T19:26:23+00:00 30000.00 48000.00 € EUR yearly 2617239 München Remote Finance 38 Funding & Finance Controller (f/m/d) Regular About the company: Aesir Interactive is an independent game development studio building ambitious titles for global audiences.
We are looking for an experienced and self-driven Controller to take ownership of our financial controlling processes with a particular focus on securing and controlling public and private funding across projects. ]]> Your role: You will independently manage controlling tasks across active projects, own financial reporting, and take the lead on funding controlling from tracking disbursements and eligible costs to preparing all controlling-side documentation for public and private funding programmes.
You work closely with project managers and senior management, and bring the structure and judgment to operate with a high degree of autonomy. ]]> Main responsibilities Recurring Controlling Tasks

Perform monthly and quarterly controlling routines: data collection, plausibility checks, and report updates.
Own and further develop financial templates and reporting frameworks; ensure they reflect current project and cost data at all times.
Monitor actuals vs. budget across projects, analyze deviations, and proactively recommend corrective actions to project leadership and management.

Project Handover Preparation

Lead the financial handover process at the transition from financial planning phase to active project start, and take responsibility for completeness and quality.
Compile budget baselines, cost plans, funding overviews, and cashflow projections into clear, team-ready documents.
Coordinate with project managers and leads to ensure all financial assumptions are correctly transferred and understood.
Maintain handover templates and continuously improve documentation quality.

Funding Controlling

Prepare and maintain all controlling-side documentation for public and private funding across projects: tracking approved amounts, disbursement schedules, and eligible costs.
Reconcile estimated funding income against actual receipts and calculate correction cashflows.
Maintain funding trackers and ensure all documentation meets reporting requirements of stakeholders.

Project Controlling

Conduct ongoing project controlling for active development titles: tracking costs, milestones, and budget consumption.
Prepare regular project status reports and variance analyses for the project leadership and management.
Drive cost allocation and ensure expenses are correctly assigned to the right projects and cost centers.

]]> Your Profile: Controlling & Finance

3–5 years of experience in controlling, finance, or accounting
Solid understanding of financial concepts, including budgeting, cost accounting, and cashflow planning
Able to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize without close supervision

Excel Skills

Solid Excel skills (also without AI)
Ability to work with existing templates, fill them correctly, and spot formula errors
Comfortable building clean calculation structures from scratch
Attention to data consistency

Language Skills

German, as the role involves working with German-language financial documents, funding requirements, official communication, and internal stakeholders.
Very good English skills are required.

Analytical Thinking

Able to follow and verify multi-step financial calculations independently
Strong attention to detail: you notice when something does not add up and you investigate
Structured way of working: your documents can be presented and understood by non-finance stakeholders
Experienced in communicating financial results and risks clearly to non-finance stakeholders and management

]]> Bonus Points

Experience with public funding programmes

Exposure to project-based accounting or milestone billing structures

Knowledge of Power Query or Power BI

]]> permanent experienced full-time 2-5 financial_control accounting_and_finance 2026-04-28T16:06:10+00:00 42000.00 60000.00 € EUR yearly 182897 München Remote Game Design 38 Full time positions Game Designer (f/m/d) Regular / Senior Your role: You will interpret systems and mechanics through the lens of player feel and technical feasibility, producing playable prototypes in Unreal Engine 5 that justify your design choices. Working closely with system designers, artists, and programmers, you will ensure that gameplay systems are not only fun but also scalable and efficiently implemented.]]> The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Rapid Prototyping: Bringing mechanics to life using UE5 Blueprints to test feel, pacing, and flow.

System Implementation: Translating design docs into functional game systems, ensuring a smooth hand-off to the programming team.

UI/UX: Designing and scripting the technical backend of menus and HUDs to ensure a frictionless player experience.

Input & Feel: Refining character control, camera behaviours, and input schemes for PC and Console.

Validated Documentation: Creating and maintaining design documents informed and supported by prototypes created using Figma, UE5 or any other necessary tools.

Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Working with programmers and artists to see through final implementation while maintaining the creative direction.

]]> Who are we looking for: You are as comfortable in the Unreal Editor and you thrive on the iterative process of "fail fast, fix fast."

3+ years of experience in Game Design with a focus on technical implementation or rapid prototyping.
A strong portfolio showcasing your design work, for PC/console titles.
Experience shipping at least one commercial game title PC/Console.
Proficiency with design and rapid prototyping tools like Figma.
Advanced proficiency in UE5 and a deep understanding of the Blueprint visual scripting system.
Solid understanding of UX principles, interface design, and user-centred design practices.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset.

]]> Main responsibilities

Designing and implementing intuitive gameplay systems that communicate the creative vision.

Building, testing, and iterating on prototypes based on team and player feedback.

Defining interaction behaviors, player movement variables, and combat/system logic.

Maintaining technical consistency and clean Blueprints and project structures.

]]> Additional responsibilities:

Pushing standards and quality of game design within the studio.

Defining and communicating best practices.

Championing UX-led mechanics and system design.

Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of evolving industry standards for game design.

]]> The ideal candidate also has one more of the following:

Advanced scripting skills or understanding of blueprints in Unreal Engine.

Experience with version control systems (e.g., Perforce, Git) and other project management industry standards such as Jira and Confluence.

]]> What we offer:

A 38-hour workweek, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Relocation support if needed, making your transition to Munich seamless.

The flexibility of remote work options, tailored to your individual needs and responsibilities.

Free drinks, including soft drinks, coffee, tea to keep you refreshed and energized.

Weekly fresh organic fruit basket for a healthy and happy team.

Monthly credit card top-up of 50€ for added convenience*.

Recharge your batteries after completing demanding tasks; play a game of table tennis or table soccer to invigorate your spirit.

Exciting company-based events, offering knowledge transfer, fun activities, and opportunities for recreation.

We pay for your train / public transport ticket and a subsidy for lunch*

*After the probation period]]> permanent experienced full-time 5-7 general_and_other_creative_and_design creative_and_design 2020-01-31T15:22:57+00:00 48000.00 60000.00 € EUR yearly 2441969 München Production 38 Full time positions Head of Producing (f/m/d) Your role: As Head of Producing, you are the driving force behind all production activities at Aesir Interactive. You lead a passionate team of Producers and Project Managers across multiple projects, ensuring our games are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
In this senior leadership role, you are responsible for the strategic and operational development of the Production Department, aligning workflows, resources, and priorities with Aesir’s long-term vision. You collaborate closely with the Chief Production Officer (CPO) and studio leadership to define production culture, establish best practices, and empower your teams to operate with excellence and clarity.
You combine entrepreneurial thinking, structured leadership, and a strong execution mindset. You bring well-defined plans, know how to explain them in detail, and ensure they are executed effectively, without unnecessary meta-discussion. Your focus lies on building robust production pipelines and processes that drive consistent delivery across all projects.]]> Who are we looking for: We’re looking for a decisive and structured leader, someone who comes with a clear plan, can explain it precisely, and knows how to put it into action.

You understand how to separate and align Producing and Project Management effectively.
You balance creative ambition with operational excellence.
You inspire ownership through clarity, consistency, and accountability.
You value collaboration and communication as the foundation of great production.
You believe that process discipline and creative freedom are not opposites, but partners in great game development.

]]> Main responsibilities Strategic Leadership

Define and execute the production strategy in alignment with Aesir’s studio vision and CPO directives
Establish clear departmental goals, KPIs, and success metrics across all projects
Build and continuously evolve a strong production framework with well-defined pipelines and interfaces
Represent the Production Department in leadership meetings and cross-departmental initiatives
Ensure a clear separation and effective collaboration between Project Management and Producing functions

Operational Management

Oversee planning, tracking, and delivery across multiple productions
Ensure quality, budget, and timeline alignment within established production frameworks
Support the CPO in project forecasting, capacity planning, and financial awareness (P&L support responsibility)
Identify bottlenecks and risks early, act decisively, and establish solutions with a “foot-down” mentality
Implement and refine production standards, tools, and hybrid processes (Jira, Confluence, milestone frameworks, agile/waterfall integration)

Team Development & Leadership

Lead, mentor, and coach Producers, Product Owners, and Project Managers
Foster a positive, transparent, and empowering team culture built on ownership, accountability, and trust
Ensure clear communication structures between Producing, PM, and other departments
Encourage continuous learning and improvement through structured feedback and performance reviews
Align resource allocation, workload, and project priorities effectively

Production Strategy & Process Ownership

Develop and maintain a strong production pipeline concept, ensuring scalability and efficiency across projects
Establish and enforce best practices for production planning, milestone definition, and delivery control
Translate the studio’s product strategy into actionable production structures that reflect both vision and execution
Understand each product in development to navigate priorities, dependencies, and cross-project requirements

Authority & Decision-Making

Take operational ownership of production-related decisions in alignment with studio leadership
Represent Aesir’s production perspective in internal and external negotiations
Maintain a solution-oriented, hands-on approach to leadership with a strong focus on implementation and accountability

]]> Your Profile

10+ years of experience in game production or project leadership within the games industry

Proven track record in leading multi-disciplinary production teams and managing Producers and/or Project Managers

Demonstrated success in building and maintaining production pipelines and cross-departmental processes

Strong understanding of both agile and hybrid development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, waterfall integration)

Highly structured mindset, capable of developing, communicating, and executing detailed production plans

Strategic understanding of product vision and the ability to translate it into production execution

Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills

Strong organizational and analytical capabilities with proactive problem-solving attitude

Fluent in English (German a plus)

]]> Benefits

A welcoming and vibrant office located just 10 minutes from Munich’s central station

Hybrid or remote work options tailored to your individual needs

38-hour workweek ensuring a healthy work-life balance

Free drinks (soft drinks, coffee, tea) and fresh organic fruit every week

Monthly credit card top-up of 50€ for added convenience*

Public transport ticket coverage and lunch subsidy*

Team activities, knowledge-sharing events, and studio celebrations

Table tennis and table soccer to recharge your energy

Relocation support if needed
*After the probation period

]]> permanent experienced full-time 10-15 it_project_management it_software 2025-11-27T10:48:35+00:00 90000.00 105000.00 € EUR yearly 2526520 München IT 38 Full time positions IT System Administrator / IT Specialist in System Integration Your role: You’ll own and evolve our on-premises and cloud infrastructure — from the server rack in our Munich office to our Azure environment. The role is hands-on: you’ll design storage and virtualization setups that can handle terabytes of game assets, keep build servers running efficiently, manage identity services, and automate everything you can. Once the core infrastructure is running smoothly, there’s room to get involved with our DevOps team and help shape how we build and ship our games.

]]> The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Build and maintain our on-prem server infrastructure — rack hardware, networking, and virtualization (we’re moving to Proxmox).

Design and manage high-capacity storage for game assets (we’re talking terabytes) — performance, redundancy, and backups included.

Keep our build servers fast and reliable — game builds in Unreal Engine can run for hours, so build infrastructure performance directly impacts the team’s productivity.

Administer and secure our Linux servers and Azure cloud resources.

Manage hybrid identity with Active Directory and Azure Entra ID.

Automate routine tasks and infrastructure provisioning — ideally with an Infrastructure-as-Code approach (Ansible, Terraform, or similar).

Support our ~110 Windows endpoints alongside our M365 environment.

Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to improve build and deployment workflows as the role grows.

]]> Your Profile Must-haves

Completed training or degree in IT / system integration, with approximately 3–5 years of hands-on experience.
Strong Linux server administration skills; you’re comfortable living in the terminal.
Experience designing and building server, storage, and virtualization infrastructure — ideally at a scale where performance and capacity planning matter.
Solid understanding of network architecture, firewalls, and IT security practices.
Familiarity with hybrid identity management (Active Directory & Azure Entra ID).
Automation mindset — you’d rather script a repeatable task than do it twice. Bash and Python are your friends; bonus points for IaC tools like Ansible or Terraform.
Independent, solution-oriented, and comfortable communicating in English across departments.

Nice-to-haves

Experience with Proxmox VE or VMWare.
Familiarity with game development infrastructure — e.g. Unreal Engine build pipelines, asset storage, or version control for large binary files (Perforce, Git LFS).
Windows endpoint administration (Intune, Group Policy, M365).
German language skills.
Interest in DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

]]> What we offer:

Flexible 38-hour workweek with a real focus on work-life balance.

Free drinks, snacks, and fresh organic fruit.

Monthly transport subsidy and lunch vouchers (after probation).

Access to the latest gaming tech and room to grow your skills.

Team events, game jams, and industry conferences.

Note: Depending on seniority, “knowledge of” requirements may be expected at a “good/very good” level for senior candidates.

]]> permanent experienced full-time 5-7 general_and_other_it_software it_software 2026-02-11T12:56:32+00:00 70000.00 90000.00 € EUR yearly 2127006 München Remote Game Design 38 Full time positions Lead Game Designer (f/m/d) Your role: The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Collaborate closely with the Design Director and the Project Owner (or Creative Producer) to define and uphold the creative vision of the game.

Take ownership of the design pipeline, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery of design deliverables.

Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of game and level designers to achieve their best work.

Define and document core game systems, mechanics, and features, ensuring they align with gameplay goals.

Oversee and iterate on game systems through player feedback, playtesting, and internal reviews.

Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams, including artists, writers, and engineers, to bring the game to life.

Review and provide constructive feedback on design documents, prototypes, and ingame implementations.

Conduct competitor analysis and stay updated on industry trends to ensure innovation and relevance.

]]> Who are we looking for:

8+ years of experience in Game Design, including 3+ years in a leadership role.

Proven track record of working on at least 2 shipped titles, ideally including AA or AAA console or PC games.

Expertise in gameplay, systems, and mechanics design, with experience leading teams on projects with complex requirements.

Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine and familiarity with tools like Photoshop or other 2D/3D design software.

A deep passion for gaming and an analytical mindset to learn from and improve upon industry best practices.

Strong understanding of UX/UI principles and how they impact player experience.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Stays composed and productive under shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and creative setbacks. Is able to translate ambiguity into clear next steps for the team rather than passing pressure downward.

Delivers consistent design output across long production cycles, balancing iteration and polish with the discipline to ship on time and within scope.

Leads designers through difficult phases (crunch risks, scope cuts, direction changes, playtest feedback) while protecting team morale, focus, and creative confidence.

Gives and receives feedback with directness and care. Holds the quality bar without bruising relationships across different departments like design, art, programming, and production.

Communicates progress proactively, and surfaces problems early with proposed solutions, and if needed through escalations.

Builds credibility with peers and leadership by making reasoning transparent, explains design decisions in terms of player value, project goals, and trade-offs others can engage with.

Maintains perspective during conflict or criticism, separating the work from the person, and keeps the conversation focused on what's best for the game.

A motivational leadership style, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

]]> Additional responsibilities:

Collaborate on high-level pitches and presentations to secure buy-in from stakeholders.

Work with narrative teams to ensure missions and scenarios align with the overarching narrative and world-building.

Create and implement strategies for team development, including growth plans for junior and mid-level designers.

Ensure that team workflows and pipelines are efficient, scalable, and welldocumented.

]]> The ideal candidate also has one more of the following:

Experience designing open-world systems or working on fighting/combat gameplay.

A strong eye for cinematic direction and narrative design, including story arcs and dialogue writing.

Ability to conceptualize and implement world-building, lore, and immersive game elements.

Prior experience in roles requiring collaboration with technical departments on tools and pipeline improvements.

]]> You are:

A natural leader who can motivate and inspire a team through passion, communication, and mentorship.

Highly organized and able to juggle multiple priorities and projects effectively.

Open to critique and adept at giving constructive feedback.

Adaptable and eager to learn new tools and approaches.

Driven to create exceptional player experiences through innovation and collaboration.

]]> What we offer:

A welcoming and creative workplace

A 38-hour workweek, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Flexible remote work options tailored to individual needs.

Perks like free drinks, a weekly organic fruit basket.

Monthly credit card top-up of €50 and a lunch subsidy (available for employees based in Germany, after the probation period).

Public transport ticket coverage (only for employees working in Munich).

]]> permanent experienced full-time 7-10 creative_direction_and_lead creative_and_design 2025-05-23T11:06:50+00:00 60000.00 75000.00 € EUR yearly 2650009 Remote München QA 38 Full time positions QA Lead Games (f/m/d) The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Direct and manage the entire QA testing protocol from early game design to final release, including black box/functional, regression, and end-phase testing.

Attend planning and sprint meetings as the QA representative, actively listening for scope, features, or changes that require testing coverage or dedicated QA development effort, and advocating for QA needs before they become blockers.

Team Coordination: Liaise closely with the development and creative teams to facilitate communication and address issues promptly. Guide QA testers in their daily tasks and project goals.

Oversee daily smoke tests and performance checks across all game versions and platforms. Ensure defects are reported and tracked systematically.

Develop, enhance, and maintain detailed test cases and scripts to cover all aspects of game quality, including functionality, performance, and user experience.

Identify, analyze, and report issues, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvements in the game’s design, functionality, and performance.

Lead titles through crucial phases of submission testing, ensuring that every game version meets the highest quality standards before public release.

Feedback Integration: Collaborate integrating player and team feedback to enhance game quality and player satisfaction.

Own the assigned project end to end, maintaining awareness of the timeline and ensuring QA needs are represented at every stage.

Formulate clear, structured test plans and communicate them to the team, including timelines, priorities, and ownership.

Delegate tasks across the QA team and any outsourced QA resources, track progress, and make sure priorities are understood and followed throughout the build cycle.

Chase information proactively rather than waiting for it to come to you, and respond to cross-department requests in a timely manner.

Identify patterns in defect data and team workflows, surface them to relevant stakeholders, and propose concrete solutions including process changes, tooling improvements, or preventive testing strategies.

Bring forward ideas to improve QA practices at Aesir over time, including future-looking solutions.
Stay current with QA tooling and AI-assisted testing tools, applying them where they genuinely improve efficiency or coverage.

]]> Who are we looking for:

Proven QA lead experience, having overseen at least 3 game projects from conception to release, including console game testing.

Proven track record in successfully leading similar teams in previous role(s)

Advanced skills in bug/defect tracking using tools like JIRA and a deep understanding of game development components and QA methodologies.

Excellent communication abilities to facilitate seamless coordination between departments and teams.

Experience managing outsourced QA partners.

Strong written communication skills for documenting and presenting test plans clearly to the full team.

]]> You are:

Capable of analyzing complex issues and delivering actionable insights for continuous improvement.

Able not to just manage, but lead, inspire, and enhance the team’s capabilities and morale even in challenging times.

A true gaming enthusiast, committed to delivering exceptional gaming experiences through meticulous QA practices.

]]> permanent experienced full-time 5-7 software_quality_assurance quality_assurance_and_saftey 2026-05-28T11:36:30+00:00 48000.00 56000.00 € EUR yearly 2397319 München Tech 38 Full time positions Tech Director (f/m/d) Your role: As Tech Director, you will help shape the technical direction of Aesir across all projects. You will lead our programming and tech disciplines, make sure teams have the right foundations in place, and help turn company-level strategy into practical decisions that support production.

You will report to the CTO and act as disciplinary manager for our Programmers and Tech Leads. This includes people development, hiring, feedback, performance, and helping leads grow into stronger technical and managerial roles.

This is not a pure management position, though. We expect you to stay close to the code. You will not work as a regular production developer, but you should be comfortable building prototypes, running technical spikes, and validating ideas before teams commit to them. When we are considering a new architecture, rendering approach, engine workflow, or pipeline change, we want someone who can test the idea hands-on and give the team confidence in the direction.

]]> The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Help build the future of Aesir’s Tech Department together with the other directors, with real ownership and a focus on long-term quality.

Lead Programming Leads and Tech Leads as their disciplinary manager, including 1:1s, growth conversations, hiring, performance, and feedback.

Prototype and validate important technical directions before teams invest production time in them.

Stay close to current technology trends, including UE5 releases, Angelscript, rendering tech, AI-assisted development, animation pipelines, and build infrastructure.

Drive technical quality across projects by reviewing architecture decisions, assessing technical risk, encouraging automated testing where it makes sense, and escalating issues when a different approach is needed.

Work closely with Game Directors, Producers, and the Tech Art Director to make sure technical and creative goals support each other.

Coach leads through difficult technical and people decisions, especially as some of them grow into formal management roles.

Represent technology in cross-departmental and production discussions, with the authority and experience to make decisions rather than simply pass on information.

]]> Your Profile Must-haves

Senior-level experience in game programming, with a track record of shipped titles, ideally AA or larger.
Several years of disciplinary leadership experience with engineers, including hiring, development, evaluation, and giving clear feedback.
Strong Unreal Engine experience, including UE4 and UE5, with a good understanding of where the engine is strong and where it can create challenges.
Solid C++ and software architecture skills. You can read an unfamiliar codebase and form a useful technical opinion quickly.
A practical prototyping mindset. When an idea needs validation, you are comfortable opening a project and testing it directly.
The ability to move between strategic and hands-on thinking. You can set direction across several projects, but also spot risks in an architecture review.
Clear and direct English communication skills, including with non-engineers and other departments.
Confidence in discussions where not everyone agrees, with the ability to challenge decisions constructively.

Nice-to-haves

Experience with Unreal Engine Angelscript, the Hazelight fork, or similar scripting layers on top of Unreal Engine.
Familiarity with Tech Art, tools, or pipeline work, even if they are not your main discipline.
Experience with AI-assisted development workflows such as Claude Code, Copilot, or agentic pipelines.
Work-for-hire or publisher-facing experience.
Experience managing technology across multiple projects.
German language skills.

]]> What we offer:

A welcoming and vibrant office fostering creativity and collaboration.

A 38-hour workweek, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Relocation support if needed, making your transition to Munich seamless.

Flexible remote work options tailored to your responsibilities.

Free drinks (coffee, tea, soft drinks) and weekly fresh organic fruit baskets.

Monthly prepaid credit card top-up of €50 for added convenience and lunch subsidy provided.*

Recharge your batteries with table tennis or foosball after intense creative sessions.

Exciting company events that combine knowledge exchange, fun and team spirit.

Public transport ticket
*After the probation period.

]]> permanent experienced full-time 10-15 software_and_web_development it_software 2025-10-21T13:42:55+00:00 78000.00 100000.00 € EUR yearly 2348717 München Tech 38 Full time positions Unreal Engine Tech Lead (f/m/d) Your role: As the Lead Unreal Engine Programmer, you will take strategic and operational leadership of the Programming Department while keeping a solid, hands-on understanding of Unreal Engine 5 and C++.
You are responsible for shaping the technical vision, ensuring efficient workflows, and guiding a team of programmers to create high-quality Double-A games for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch.
Your leadership will drive innovation, foster cross-departmental collaboration, and ensure the successful delivery of our projects in line with Aesir’s long-term goals.]]> The kind of stuff you`ll be doing: Your day-to-day work combines leadership with technical direction:

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Programming Department, aligning goals and processes with Aesir’s corporate objectives.
Set the technical direction of our projects, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with industry best practices.
Oversee testing strategies (Unit, Smoke, Integration, Feature, and Functional Tests) to safeguard quality.
Coach, mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and innovation.
Coordinate and collaborate closely with other departments (Art, Design, Tech-Art, QA) to enable the integration of new features and enhancements.
Initiate and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and stability within the Programming Department.
Communicate proactively with the management team to ensure alignment of corporate objectives and departmental requirements.

]]> Who are we looking for: We are seeking a proven technical leader with a passion for Unreal Engine and game development.

Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in games and/or software engineering, including several years in a senior or supervisory role.
Solid knowledge of C++ and experience with Unreal Engine 4/5, with the ability to set direction and guide technical discussions.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a programming team, including setting goals, providing feedback and supporting professional growth.
Strong understanding of software architecture and modern development workflows.
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, and the ability to foster cross-departmental collaboration.
A high level of strategic thinking combined with sufficient hands-on technical skills to provide guidance and direction.

]]> Main responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Programming Department in line with Aesir’s corporate goals.

Ensure quality standards and timely delivery of all programming tasks within the financial framework of the company.

Drive the adoption of effective technologies and best practices in Unreal Engine development.

Plan and manage training and development measures to strengthen the team’s expertise.

Conduct regular feedback sessions, evaluations and 1:1s to ensure continuous development and clear goal-setting.

Promote cross-departmental collaboration to maximize synergies and project success.

Develop and maintain frameworks to monitor and ensure technical quality.

]]> Benefits

A welcoming and vibrant office located just 10 minutes from the central station, fostering creativity and collaboration.

A 38-hour workweek, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Relocation support if needed, making your transition to Munich seamless.

The flexibility of remote work options, tailored to your individual needs and responsibilities.

Free drinks, including soft drinks, coffee, tea to keep you refreshed and energized.

Weekly fresh organic fruit basket for a healthy and happy team.

Monthly credit card top-up of 50€ for added convenience*.

Recharge your batteries after completing demanding tasks; play a game of table tennis or table soccer to invigorate your spirit.

Exciting company-based events, offering knowledge transfer, fun activities, and opportunities for recreation.

We pay for your train / public transport ticket and a subsidy for lunch*

*After the probation period]]> permanent experienced full-time 5-7 software_and_web_development it_software 2025-09-19T09:05:16+00:00 66000.00 85000.00 € EUR yearly