Senior Technical Sound Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Sound Designer (Wwise/FMOD): Implementing and optimizing end-to-end game audio pipelines for grand strategy and management franchises with an accent on technical depth in proprietary engines. Focus on bridging the gap between creative sound design and engine development to enhance audio systems and tools.

Location: Stockholm, Sweden (primarily on-site with some flexibility)

Company

hirify.global is a developer and publisher of iconic strategy and management games.

What you will do

• Own the full audio pipeline from asset creation to integration, optimization, and delivery.
• Work across multiple titles including grand strategy, management, and city builders.
• Implement audio and music using FMOD and Wwise based on production needs.
• Collaborate with the engine team to drive audio-related technical improvements.
• Improve shared tools and workflows to raise the audio quality bar across the studio.
• Manage priorities independently across multiple active live and unannounced projects.

Requirements

• Several years of professional game industry experience with multiple shipped titles.
• Hands-on expertise with Wwise and FMOD, from systems design to implementation.
• Ability to write scripts, read code, and communicate effectively with engine developers.
• Proven track record of working independently without close supervision.
• Location: Must be based in or able to work from Stockholm, Sweden.

Nice to have

• Experience with proprietary game engines.
• Familiarity with Unity's audio systems.
• Passion for grand strategy or management game audio.
• Experience contributing to audio tooling or pipeline improvements.

Culture & Benefits

• Work with a passionate, knowledgeable central audio team supporting all Paradox studios.
• Opportunity to shape audio production across a wide portfolio of iconic games.
• Inclusive environment that celebrates difference and diversity.
• Permanent employment with a structured probation period.