Senior Fullstack Platform Engineer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Fullstack Platform Engineer (Gamedev): Building and scaling systems that power BeamNG's ecosystem, including a self-service software delivery platform, mod repository, and authentication services, with an accent on backend services, user interfaces, and smooth, secure experiences. Focus on maintaining a modular monolith approach, lightweight Docker-based deployments, and clear code across multi-national teams.

Location: Flexible, headquarters in Bremen, Germany. Relocation assistance available if applicable.

Company

hirify.global is focused on creating a state-of-the-art, real-time, soft-body physics engine and making it widely available for entertainment and simulation purposes, most known for their game BeamNG.drive.

What you will do

• Design and maintain reliable backend services using FastAPI and modern Python tooling.
• Develop user-facing dashboards and interfaces using Vue 3 and component-driven front-end architecture.
• Build and maintain infrastructure for our software delivery system, mod repository, and authentication services.
• Architect and manage data persistence using PostgreSQL and efficient object storage solutions.
• Implement well-structured RESTful APIs and collaborate with internal teams to ensure stable service integration.

Requirements

• Proven professional experience (ideally 5+ years) in backend or full-stack engineering.
• Ability to independently design and deliver systems end-to-end without micromanagement.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience building RESTful services with FastAPI.
• Solid experience with Vue 3, reusable components, and modern front-end tooling.
• Comfortable using AI-assisted development, including code generation and automated testing.
• Experience with lightweight Docker-based deployments and simple, local-first hosting environments.

Nice to have

• Experience with gaming, simulation, or creator-driven ecosystems.
• Knowledge of Lua, C, or C++, especially when interacting with game engine components or tools.
• Familiarity with modular monolith architectures and scalable, maintainable large systems.
• Background in DevOps or operational reliability.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Language courses and talent development program (training budget, participation in seminars/conferences, etc).
• Personal development program (feedback, leadership, conflict engagement, etc).
• Budget for home office and parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.

Hiring process

• Introductory call with the HR team.
• Technical interview.
• Stakeholder interview.