The Game Assembly (TGA) is a Higher Vocational Education institution that focuses on education within game development. Since 2008, we've been passionate about offering practical and creative programs to nurture and inspire future talent for both the Swedish and international games industry. Recognized by The Rookies as one of the best game and design schools globally, we're proud to supply the industry with employees who possess in-demand skills, such as animators, technical artists, level designers, graphic designers, procedural artists, and programmers. Today, nearly 10 percent of professionals active in the Swedish games industry were educated at The Game Assembly. Our schools are located in Malmö and Stockholm.
The Game Assembly (TGA) is a vocational higher education institution for adult education in Malmö, Stockholm, and Liverpool that educates game developers for the national and international games industry.
The Game Assembly was founded in 2008 and educates game developers in six different professional categories: programming, graphics, animation, level design, technical art, and procedural art. To date, The Game Assembly has educated over 10% of the Swedish games industry, making the school a strong player in the video games industry ecosystem. The school is LGBTQI+ certified through RFSL and actively works on inclusion and diversity.
About the Position
We are looking for someone who wants to educate our second-year students in network programming and applied software development. We are also seeking a colleague who can complement our expertise and work together with three other game programming instructors to advance the program. The position includes teaching and associated preparation and follow-up work.
Who Are We Looking For?
To thrive in the role of instructor, we see that you are communicative and have a genuine interest in people and game development. You have strong pedagogical abilities combined with a humble attitude and patience. Additionally, you have a deep interest in programming. You need to have a good understanding of the Swedish language as the entire program is conducted in Swedish.
Your Experience:
Strong knowledge of programming in C++
Strong knowledge of network programming and software development
Experience developing and working in your own game engine
(Preferred) Experience within the games industry
Experience with agile work methods
We consider it a bonus if you have studied at The Game Assembly or have experience working in education, particularly at a vocational higher education institution.
The Game Assembly strives for increased diversity and more balanced gender representation and therefore encourages women, non-binary individuals, and people with an international background to apply for the position. We consider it a bonus if you have previous experience with diversity and inclusion work.
Why The Game Assembly?
We offer a creative, energizing, ambitious, and pleasant work environment. Working to educate driven and curious individuals is incredibly rewarding and developmental, both on a personal and professional level. We are a cohesive team where everyone has great commitment and drive, and everyone contributes in different ways based on their own experiences and circumstances.
Work Location: Malmö
Start Date: October 12 or preferably earlier if possible
Application Deadline: Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the final application deadline. Therefore, please submit your application as soon as possible (no later than 2026-09-27)
Scope: Full-time, October 12, 2026 through March 8, 2027 with possibility for extension.
Employment Type: Fixed-term contract
The Game Assembly is part of the Academedia Group and applies collective agreements between Almega and Unionen as well as Sveriges Ingenjörer.
For more information about the position, please contact Head of Department Olivia Mis at [email protected]