IO Interactive is an independent video game development and publishing company with studios in Copenhagen, Malmö, Barcelona, Brighton and Istanbul.
As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform video games in the last decade, we are dedicated to creating unforgettable characters and experiences – all powered by our award-winning proprietary Glacier technology.
A passion for fantasy worlds has long been ingrained in our studio, and at last we can announce we have embarked on a journey into that beloved realm.
With a party of veteran IOI guild members and new wizards and sorceresses of the industry, we are building an ambitious new IP for console and PC that will revolutionize the online fantasy RPG genre.
If you share a similar passion for creating welcoming, heartfelt, bold and impactful worlds, join us and together we will write the next chapter in IOI's history.
As we work on these exciting projects, we need a skilled professional to assist us in the development of our state-of-the-art propriety game development engine, Glacier.
This is a permanent position based in one of our studios, with the option to work from home up to two days per week.
What you will do: Collaborate with Directors to define the online game vision and break it down into actionable goals, ensuring alignment with the overall project objectives.
Lead the team in designing and implementing scalable cloud systems and online features, ensuring they meet technical and project requirements.
Oversee and mentor team members, conducting regular 1:1s to provide feedback, guide personal development, and ensure goals are met.
Foster a collaborative environment by encouraging cross-discipline communication and creating efficient workflows with other teams.
Drive best practices in cloud technologies, security, and development efficiency, ensuring your team delivers high-quality results.
Play an active role in recruitment and onboarding, helping to build a strong, skilled team.
Provide input on team performance and contribute to evaluations, helping shape career growth and progression.
Who you are: You have significant experience leading teams in online services and cloud infrastructure, with a proven ability to guide and develop teams in game development.
You have strong leadership skills, with a focus on mentoring, coaching, and providing regular feedback to help your team succeed.
You have strong experience in C++.
Experience with modern C#/.NET technologies (such as asp.net) would be highly valued.
Experience as a DevOps Engineer in scalable production systems.
Proficient with at least one the major cloud vendors (GCP, AWS, Azure), it is plus if you have knowledge in more than one.
You are a strong communicator who fosters collaboration and creates a supportive, productive work environment.
You have a passion for guiding teams, making strategic decisions, and ensuring the success of projects.
Who we are: IO Interactive is an independent videogame development and publishing company with studios in Copenhagen, Malmö, Barcelona, Istanbul and Brighton.
As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform video games in the last decade, we are committed to creating unforgettable characters and experiences – all powered by our award-winning, proprietary Glacier technology.
We know that to achieve those goals, we need courage, talented people and a great working environment – and we do our utmost to have all of that.
Across our multiple studios, we're working on several projects.
Crucially though, we're all one team.
We value the work and impact that each person brings to the table and we actively encourage new ideas, whilst listening to your insights along the way.
We have a dedicated team of People Managers, who look after you as an individual and as an employee.
With more than 40 nationalities, we know that everyone is different and we are proud to have a reputation for being a friendly workplace with highly-talent people.
Learn more about Project Fantasy.