Senior Backend Developer (GameTech)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Developer (GameTech): Building and optimizing high-load backend services for monetization platforms, evolving both new microservices and existing legacy PHP systems with an accent on improving stability, performance, and architecture. Focus on refactoring and migrating legacy codebases, designing scalable APIs, and optimizing database performance for distributed systems.

Location: Remote

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is a global commerce company providing robust tools and services to help game developers fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain backend services using PHP and Go.
• Refactor and migrate legacy PHP codebases to modern architectures.
• Design scalable APIs and microservices for high-availability systems.
• Optimize PostgreSQL/MySQL queries, schemas, and data models.
• Improve performance, reliability, and observability across distributed services.
• Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams.

Requirements

• 5+ years backend experience with PHP and/or Go.
• Proven experience working with legacy PHP systems and leading refactoring or migration efforts.
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs, microservices, and database design.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with backend testing and monitoring tools.
• Proficiency in English.

Nice to have

• Experience with Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ.
• Background in gaming, fintech, or high-load platforms.
• Cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure).

Culture & Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off.
• Personalized career roadmap for professional development through training and educational opportunities.
• Supportive environment fostering physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.