Data Backend Engineer (Game Development)

TL;DR

Data Backend Engineer (Game Development): Build and optimize data pipelines, backend services, and internal tools to support game design and development with an accent on distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and telemetry. Focus on designing maintainable, scalable backend solutions and collaborating closely with game teams to deliver engaging player experiences.

Location: Onsite in Stockholm, Sweden

Company

hirify.global is a game development company focused on creating innovative and engaging games by applying the latest technology and fostering a collaborative culture.

What you will do

• Build and optimize data pipelines and backend services for game telemetry and analytics.
• Instrument backend services to collect data for new game features.
• Create and maintain internal tools and dashboards for game designers.
• Improve engineering practices and automate workflows for deployment and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build player-focused solutions.
• Innovate on telemetry and analytics pipelines focusing on backend services.

Requirements

• Must be located in or able to work onsite in Stockholm, Sweden.
• Experience with Python, Go, GCP, BigQuery, and distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of performance optimization and observability.
• Professional English communication skills.
• Passion for games and interactive experiences.

Nice to have

• Experience with DuckDB or other columnar databases handling large data volumes.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment welcoming diversity.
• Opportunity to work with passionate colleagues on innovative game projects.
• Competitive salaries and knowledge sharing culture.