C++ Tools Engineer (Level/World)

Our client is looking for an experienced Tools Engineer to join their development team and help build high-quality in-engine tools that empower level designers and world builders. In this role, you will work directly in Unreal Engine, creating robust, user-friendly tools that streamline world creation, iteration, and content workflows in a AAA production environment.

Start: ASAP

Length: 6 months with possible extension

Location: Must be on-site in Stockholm 4 days per week

You will collaborate closely with level designers, artists, and engineers to identify workflow bottlenecks and translate creative needs into efficient technical solutions. The focus is entirely on in-engine tooling, not external or backend tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain in-engine tools directly within Unreal Engine

• Create tools that improve level creation, world building, and iteration workflows

• Work closely with level designers and level artists to understand production needs

• Ensure tools are performant, stable, and scalable for AAA production

• Support and iterate on tools based on feedback from content creators

• Collaborate with gameplay, engine, and technical art teams

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience working with Unreal Engine

• At least 5 years of professional C++ experience

• Proven experience developing tools (tooling is a must)

• Strong experience creating in-engine tools within Unreal Engine

• Previous experience working on AAA games or AAA-scale productions

Bonus skills

• Strong understanding of level design, world building, or level art workflows

• Hands-on experience creating or supporting large-scale game worlds