Full-time · On-site
Design Manager
This is a people-centric leadership role at a premier Swedish studio, focusing on the growth and operational excellence of the design team. It is ideal for a veteran designer who has transitioned into management and finds joy in enabling others' success rather than hands-on creation. The role is critical for maintaining Arrowhead's high standards during a period of significant industry influence.
Arrowhead Game Studios · Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden · Posted 17 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a people-centric leadership role at a premier Swedish studio, focusing on the growth and operational excellence of the design team. It is ideal for a veteran designer who has transitioned into management and finds joy in enabling others' success rather than hands-on creation. The role is critical for maintaining Arrowhead's high standards during a period of significant industry influence.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support design developers across various disciplines and seniority levels
- Align individual work with the studio's broader vision and project goals
- Foster a culture of high standards, continuous improvement, and professional development
- Ensure the team has necessary tools, resources, and clarity to meet high-quality bars
- Navigate creative and technical challenges with empathy and confidence
Essential
- Prior experience in a Lead or Managerial capacity within game design disciplines
- Proven track record of managing and supporting developers across diverse experience levels
- Ability to lead through influence and coaching rather than direct production oversight
- Strong understanding of player needs and project-wide requirements
- Resilience and stability when navigating high-pressure creative or technical environments
Preferred
- Experience in the development of high-profile cooperative multiplayer titles
- Deep familiarity with the specific creative culture of Arrowhead Game Studios
Key Skills
People managementMentorship and coachingStrategic alignmentConflict resolutionProcess optimizationEmpathetic leadershipResource management
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Collaborative and fun work environment
- Opportunity to work on world-leading co-op titles
- Culture of professional growth and skill development
- Work with a team of industry-leading game makers
Next step
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