TL;DR

Backend Engineer (GameDev): Designing, developing, implementing, and debugging a high-performance, reliable, and highly scalable backend infrastructure for games with an accent on game integration, proprietary technology, and risk identification. Focus on building innovative technology, solving complex concurrency challenges, and ensuring system reliability for multiplayer game titles.

Location: Fully Remote (Global)

Company

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What you will do

Design and coordinate the implementation of a new high-performance, reliable, and scalable backend infrastructure.
Collaborate with other developers to integrate online backend features into the game.
Work with proprietary existing software technology and build innovative solutions.
Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions.
Provide feedback regarding the time allotted to assigned tasks.

Requirements

2+ years designing robust, high performance scalable systems, or solid experience with C++.
Working knowledge of both backend and game-side languages.
Experience using Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with cloud technologies, preferably AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
Experience with Unix-like operating systems.
Commitment to code quality, documentation, and sound testing procedures.
Realtime multiplayer peer-to-peer or client-server experience.
Shipped one or more game titles.

Nice to have

Experience developing for game consoles.

Culture & Benefits

Fully remote work, supporting team members nearly anywhere in the world.
Prioritize honesty, autonomy, and a culture of play and constant improvement.
Generous PTO allowance, with separate Summer and Winter holidays studio closure.
Private Medical & Dental Healthcare and Private Mental Health scheme.
Generous annual Health & Wellbeing allowance and Discretionary Studio Bonus.
Top-range tech for your home setup.

Hiring process

Apply by completing an application along with a Resume / CV.
A member of the Recruiting Team will reach out if moving forward.