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Do you have background in programming? Whether you have been focused on a specific language or a generalist, there are many different tech-side opportunities waiting.
Create art from small props to epic game environments. Wide range of different positions and possibilities open for talented and up and coming artists.
Keep the game projects on track! You’ll have a good grasp of the industry and all the disciplines that go into making a game.
I had the opportunity to learn new technologies and develop my skills in such a way that I would be an even more attractive IT expert on the job market.
Nelson Makubuya, Software Developer, Kustannusyhtiö Otava
Overall, the training was really good. What surprised me the most was how big an impact a single day of training can have on your competence. I remember a training set about the basics of Python. Although I had used the programming language before, I received a surprising amount of new information from the training. My work has improved dramatically after the training.
Janne Blom, Software Engineer, Etteplan
When I applied to the programme, I was by no means expected to be a ready expert, but the most important thing was the desire to learn new things. Through the programme, I got a permanent job and, above all, I was able to build a unique career in the field I had dreamed of.
Sini Aalto, Test Engineer, Softability
Saranen’s programme was rightly structured with a very detail-oriented guided path. It allowed someone like me who had a long break to get back to the industry in a fairly short period of time. In my opinion, the programme will benefit both experienced job seekers as well as someone who is looking to get into the technology industry without any prior experience.
Shikha Varshney, Project Manager, Surveypal
Olen todella tyytyväinen, että lähdin mukaan. Ohjelman ajan sain oppia tuoreita teknologioita ja vaihtaa arvokkaita näkökulmia muiden osallistujien kanssa. Koulutusohjelma oli itselleni paras vaihtoehto, sillä prosessi on selkeä ja tähtää aina työllistymiseen.
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Code Academy laajensi osaamistani, vaikka osa sisällöstä olikin tuttua aikaisemmista työtehtävistä. Pääsin koulutusohjelman aikana tutustumaan itselleni uusiin teknologioihin ja opiskelemaan mielenkiintoisia uusia aiheita. Parasta koulutuksessa oli hyvin suunnitellut sisällöt ja laadukkaat kouluttajat. Ohjelman jälkeen sain työpaikan yhteistyöyrityksestäni.
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Recruitment training, what is it?
The purpose of the programme is to enhance your expertise through high-quality training days and learning on the job in a new role. The aim of the recruitment training is for participants to secure employment within participating companies upon programme completion.
Games & Software Development F.E.C is workforce training, which is implemented in Uusimaa area with local TE-services and ELY-centre. The programme is targeted for unemployed jobseekers, or people facing the prospect of unemployment.
Grow quickly a new job
Games & Sofware Development -training combines new work and expert training into one package in a convenient way. In addition to the job you're aiming for, you’ll also invest in your own expertise in the long run and boost your skills on topics that are very sought after in the IT and game industry.
The main goal of the training is to employ you with a partnering company at the end of a 6-month program. Did you know that on average, 80 % of our program participants lands the job after the training?
During the 6-month period, you will also get to know the work community and final work assignments in advance, so you’ll have all the right tools to succeed in your future role.
Find positions that suits you
Training program gives you the opportunity to influence on your career development and what your next role might look like. Curiosity about new topics and technologies, as well as your enthusiasm for developing your own professional skills, are your greatest strengths, whether you are in the early stages of your career or an already more experienced expert. We value diversity so come as you are! The final job assignment will be tailored for you to fit your interests and previous experience.
Find more about the roles at the end of this page.
Top quality level training
During the program, you’ll receive quality training from industry leaders and increase your skills that will be beneficial to you now and in the future. The best part of the training is that you’ll get the chance to take all your new skills and traits conveniently into practice in your new role.
Training consists of about 30 % of training days. The other 70 %, participants will be spending working in the hiring companies in real projects.
Find more about the content of the training at the end of this page.
Saranen as your job seeking agent
The Saranen’s competence profile serves as your business card for all the recruiting companies in the program. Through the profile, you can tell us about your background, competence, motivation and your future career goals. Thus, you don’t have to apply for open roles separately and you’ll get the chance to discuss and spar about job opportunities with Saranen’s experts during the application process.
Our goal is to find a role that supports your background and career development in the best possible way, regardless of your background and ambitions.
Recruiting companies & open roles
There are several open positions at different seniority-levels, and the final job description can be customized according to your background and interests as far as possible.
People have been employed from similar programming, gaming and IT expert training programme, for example for the following tasks:
Traditional gaming industry roles include:
- Game Programmer
- 2D/3D Artist
- Technical Artist
- Game Designer
- Associate Producer
Roles in the software industry:
- Frontend Developer
- Backend Developer
- Full Stack Developer
- DevOps
Bugbear Entertainment
Multiple roles
PlayStack Oy
Technical Artist / UI Artist
Social First Oy
Game developer
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Kuuasema
Game developer
Remedy Entertainment Oy
QA tester
Dodreams Oy
Playsome Oy
Game Developer / Player Experience
Fennia
Salesforce developer
We are updating more roles soon!
Note that not all company needs are publicly visible! We also seek company placements based on applicants' interests, so feel free to apply and share what your career aspirations are!
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Bugbear Entertainment
Multiple roles
We are looking for talented individuals for example to game programming, 3D art and producer roles. We hope that you share our passion for racing games on PC & Console.
PlayStack Oy
Technical Artist / UI Artist
We are looking to hire a technical artist and/or UI Artist to join us. Interest or previous experience working as an AD helps a lot
Social First Oy
Game developer
Kuuasema
Game developer
Remedy Entertainment Oy
QA tester
Remedy is a pioneering game studio bringing you thrilling experiences you can’t find anywhere else. We push our imaginations and our unique technology to the limit to create extraordinary worlds that stay with you long after you switch off.
QA tester
Remedy Entertainment, the creator of Control®, Max Payne®, Alan Wake® and one of the leading independent game studios in the world is looking for a Junior QA Tester to help create high quality gaming experiences for the next generation of games.
This role is a fixed term position from the beginning of December 2024 to the end of May 2025. The role is located at our Espoo studio, Finland.
What you get to do
- Executing planned test passes, identifying encountered issues
- Reporting found bugs in detail and providing qualitative feedback
- Creating and updating test cases
- Collaborating closely with QA and other teams to ensure quality
- What you bring to the role
- Good knowledge of gaming consoles, PC Hardware and software
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Good inter-personal communication skills
- Good observational skills, analytical and detail-oriented approach
- Good organizational skills
- Passion for video games
What is in it for you
- At Remedy you get to work on helping to create awesome, memorable gaming experiences for our players, in a studio where your input is valued, and your creative freedom is encouraged.
- We work in an environment that values both individual and teamwork, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard & workload stays sensible. We believe in and support work-life balance. Happy people work better!
- Our studio is embracing a hybrid work model that gives you the flexibility to work from home and have valuable face-to-face time with your colleagues.
We enthusiastically welcome diverse viewpoints and backgrounds. We at Remedy value and are committed to ensuring an inclusive and safe work environment for all our team members.
Dodreams Oy
Playsome Oy
Game Developer / Player Experience
Fennia
Salesforce developer
We are updating more roles soon!
Note that not all company needs are publicly visible! We also seek company placements based on applicants' interests, so feel free to apply and share what your career aspirations are!
Have questions? We got answers!
Do you have any questions about the programme, training, open positions, or anything else? Check out the frequently asked questions here or contact us directly. We're happy to help.
Emilia Ropponen
044 460 2340 (on Mondays and Fridays from 14 to 15 excluding 20.9. and 23.9)
emilia.ropponen@saranen.fi
For whom is the program targeted?
You can apply to this recruiting training program if you are currently unemployed or facing the prospect of unemployment, and your job search is active at TE-Services. The training is suitable for both recent graduates at the beginning of their careers and more experienced professionals.
The target group of the training program are those who know programming, software development or graphic design either through education or work experience. The educational background is suitable as a Master of Science in Technology or an applicable degree in technology/business combined with work experience. In graphics-related positions, applicants are also expected to have education/work experience in the field of graphic arts and Game industry. Applicants are also expected to have strong motivation to develop their own competence.
All the job positions in the program are found in Uusimaa area.
Content of the training?
The training content is built together with partner companies. Preliminary plan of the content (20-25 days):
Especially in gaming roles
- 2D & 3D graphics
- Game design
- Game engines (Unity + Unreal)
- Game testing
- Game Jam
- Modern working life skills
In more traditional software industry roles:
- Backend development
- Frontend development
- DevOps
- Gamification
- Modern working life skills
Duration and schedule of the program?
Application period: 13.9.2024-9.10.2024
Program schedule: 4.11.2024-8.5.2025 (6 months)
Employment
The purpose of the training is to employ you in a cooperative company through the program. This can happen at the end of the program, or even during the program. On average, more than 80 % of the participants are recruited into a new role at the end of the training program.
Application process
From Saranen, you get individual support from the beginning of the recruitment process in the form of sparring, guidance and coaching.
1. After TE-service's application processing and pre-selection, we will invite you to interview with us.
2. Once we have gotten to know you in more detail, we will start advancing your application process.
3. We offer and arrange times for pre-interviews. After the selections, we conclude a training contract between you and the company for the duration of the program. The goal of the training is to employ you in a cooperative company for a permanent employment relationship at the end of the program.
You can find out more about the application process and the progression of the program here!