Senior Backend Engineer (Go)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Engineer (Go): Building and optimizing distributed, high-performance shared game services and internal tools for operations and automation with an accent on backend architecture, scalability, and Go programming. Focus on designing fault-tolerant systems, solving complex concurrency challenges, and ensuring system reliability for mobile puzzle games.

Location: On-site in Sarıyer, Istanbul, Turkey. Fully remote work is not offered.

Company

hirify.global is a product company founded in 2017, aiming to provide unique and unforgettable gaming experiences to a global audience with games reaching over 3.5 billion people.

What you will do

• Build distributed, high-performance shared game services.
• Develop internal tools for operations, data analysis, and automation.
• Support and empower teams across hirify.global.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher preferably in Computer Science, Math, or Physics (or equivalent work experience).
• 4+ years of experience in backend development.
• Strong experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining distributed, highly scalable, low latency, fault-tolerant backend architectures.
• Fluent in Go programming language and strong understanding of advanced Go syntax and concepts.
• Strong engineering, design, and architecture skills.
• Strong experience with AWS, NoSQL/in-memory databases, DevOps practices, and CI/CD tools.

Nice to have

• Passion for Match Villains and mobile puzzle games in general.

Culture & Benefits

• Feedback and transparency are at the heart of everything we do.
• Exceptional and passionate people/team members.
• Team events and trips.
• On-site gym and great food.
• Full health benefits and compensation for paid military service.
• hirify.global Coin Program that lets you have unforgettable experiences.