Backend Developer

Supaglu Pty Ltd; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tech-driven workplace

Cross-cultural environment

Growth in game infra

Job summary

Supaglu Pty Ltd is seeking a seasoned Backend Engineer to own the backend architecture for our game systems, primarily building in Go and maintaining PHP on Linux. You will design, implement, and optimize scalable microservices and APIs while managing databases and caching layers.

You will work closely with designers, project managers, and frontend developers to align backend systems with gameplay needs and performance goals, leveraging Docker/Kubernetes for deployment in a Linux environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Golang and PHP proficiency; Linux environment.
• Strong API design and microservices knowledge.
• Experience with MySQL/PostgreSQL, Redis/Memcached.
• Docker/Kubernetes experience for containerization.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent.
• Legal rights to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement high-performance backend systems and microservices.
• Develop core features in Golang; maintain legacy PHP code.
• Manage databases and caching, with performance tuning.
• Leverage Docker and Kubernetes for deployments in Linux environments.
• Translate game requirements into clean technical specs.
• Collaborate with designers, PMs, and front-end developers.

Skills

Golang

PHP

Linux

Backend system design

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Redis

Memcached

Job description

About The Company

Our client is a dynamic game development studio creating engaging, high-performance gaming experiences for a global audience. Operating in a collaborative and cross-cultural environment, they bring together technology, art, and design to build robust game worlds. They are dedicated to supporting their team’s technical growth while delivering successful, sustainable titles.

The Role - What You’ll Do

In this role, you will take ownership of the backend architecture for our client's game systems. You will analyze complex business and game requirements to design, implement, and optimize scalable technical solutions. This is an engineering-focused role where you will build modern systems primarily in Golang, maintain existing frameworks in PHP, and manage containerized deployments.

• Architecture & Implementation: Design, build, and optimize high-performance backend architectures and microservices.
• Core Development: Utilize Golang for new feature development while maintaining and enhancing legacy systems using PHP.
• Database & Caching Management: Work extensively with MySQL and PostgreSQL (including deep performance tuning) and implement caching mechanisms using Redis and Memcached.
• DevOps & Infrastructure: Design robust APIs and leverage Docker and Kubernetes for seamless containerization and orchestration within a Linux environment.
• Requirement Translation: Deconstruct complex game requirements and translate them into clean, reliable technical specifications.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with designers, project managers, and frontend developers to align backend systems with gameplay needs.

What You Bring - Key Skills & Traits

Essential

• Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant backend development experience, preferably within a fast-paced game or product environment.
• Technical Stack Mastery: Practical experience with Golang, proficiency in PHP, and comfort working daily in a Linux environment.
• System Design Knowledge: Strong understanding of API design, microservices architecture, and backend systems tailored for turn-based or real-time games.
• Data & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL), caching tools (Redis/Memcached), and container tools (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Problem Solving: A proven ability to troubleshoot complex problems, identify root causes, and utilize debugging tools effectively.
• Education & Citizenship: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
• Candidates must have valid legal rights to work in New Zealand (NZ Citizen, Permanent Resident, Resident, Australian Citizen, or a valid Work Visa).
• Communication: Exceptional cross-cultural communication skills. Absolute proficiency in English is required.

Desirable

• Game Tech Familiarity: Understanding of game-specific server frameworks and real-time communication protocols.
• Multilingual Skills: Depending on project regions, proficiency in local languages such as Mandarin or Cantonese is highly advantageous for international collaboration.
• Team-First Mindset: A positive, collaborative approach to peer reviews, teamwork, and cross-functional problem-solving.

Perks & Culture

• Supportive, technically driven workplace where backend engineering directly shapes player experiences.
• Collaborative and inclusive cross-cultural team environment.
• Clear opportunities to tackle complex scaling challenges and grow your career in game dev infrastructure.