Lead Game DeveloperLocation: Hybrid (Helsinki)Reports to: Chief Product Officer (CPO)Employment Type: Full-TimeSeniority Level: Senior / LeadershipSalary: Competitive + Equity OptionsAbout BurstBurst is building the next evolution of music and gaming—where creativity becomes gameplay. We’re an independent game studio with global ambition, designing a genre-defining gaming experience that blends music creation, performance, and social play. Backed by top-tier partners and industry veterans, we’re scaling fast and building something the world hasn’t seen before. Role SummaryWe are hiring a Lead Game Developer to take ownership of the next phase of development and lead our in-house technical efforts.
This is a hands-on leadership role with significant creative and technical influence. You will collaborate directly with the founders to shape the product and ensure smooth execution across systems, tools, and features. The ideal candidate is a strong generalist with experience shipping games, capable of balancing structure with speed—and excited by the challenge of building something new from the ground up. Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipLead and implement core systems, architecture, and gameplay mechanics in Unreal Engine. Set coding standards, performance benchmarks, and best practices. Collaborate with design and art to translate creative ideas into polished features.
Production & ExecutionOwn sprint planning and technical scoping together with the team. Balance iteration speed with code maintainability and scalability. Identify technical risks and propose practical solutions. Team & CultureWork closely with the founding team to align technical execution with product vision. Contribute to a collaborative, fun, and ambitious team environment. Required Experience & SkillsProven experience developing and shipping games (mobile or PC/console). Strong Unreal Engine skills (Blueprints and C++). Broad technical understanding across gameplay, UI, tools, and systems. Comfortable working independently and making key technical decisions. Good communication and collaboration skills in small teams.
Desirable AttributesExperience working in start-up or early-stage environments. Background in social or UGC-based games. Passion for music, culture, and creativity. Experience leading a small dev team or managing external partners. Why Join Burst?Play a key role in shaping a game that breaks new ground. Join a founding team with vision, funding, and momentum. Build something culturally relevant with lasting impact. Enjoy real ownership—creatively and financially. To ApplySend your CV and a short message (or portfolio) to jobs@burstworld. io.
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