Backend Engineer (Golang)

TL;DR

Backend Engineer (Golang): Prototype and build cloud-based backend microservices for multiplayer game features with an accent on high-performance Go services, scalable non-relational data, and smooth live releases. Focus on integrating with cloud providers and partner studios while solving complex backend challenges that directly impact player experience.

Location: United States (Remote)

Salary: $100,000–140,000/year

Company

hirify.global is a co-dev game studio building multiplayer game backends with a focus on ownership and technical growth.

What you will do

• Prototype and build cloud-based backend microservices.
• Develop new services and write software design documents.
• Support live features and releases.
• Collaborate with partner studios by providing and taking technical feedback.
• Contribute to a technical culture that encourages engineers to learn and grow.
• Partner with designers to iterate on features and optimize for a smoother player experience.

Requirements

• United States-based (remote-eligible) or able to work hybrid from the office in Saratoga Springs, NY (Tue–Thu).
• 3+ years of professional experience using Go to write high-performance applications.
• 1+ year of professional experience with C++.
• Ability to dive into a game engine to complete tasks.
• Proficiency with scalable non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis).
• Comfort integrating with one or more cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Nice to have

• Experience with game server scaling and orchestration frameworks.
• Experience with message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka, Amazon SQS).
• Experience with PlayFab, Epic Online Services, or similar backend game services.
• Experience integrating Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo APIs and following their TRCs.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid option (office in Saratoga Springs, NY on Tue–Thu) or fully remote for Eastern United States candidates.
• 9 paid holidays plus flexible PTO and an annual winter break closure.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Annual video game budget.
• 401(k) retirement plan and paid parental leave.

Hiring process

• Interviews focused on backend engineering experience and collaboration with partner teams.
• Technical evaluation of Go backend skills and ability to work with game-engine codebases.