Backend Software Engineer Co-op

2K; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a Backend Software Engineer Co-op to join their team in Vancouver. This role offers a hands-on experience in developing the tools and systems behind popular games, fostering collaborative skills and allowing interns to impact game production directly. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with knowledge in C#, Node.js, or C++. This position promises invaluable exposure in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible benefits and reward programs

Snacks and swag

Qualifications

• 3rd or 4th year in a post-secondary Bachelor's program.
• Solid understanding of C#, Node.js or C++.
• Exposure to mobile application development.

Responsibilities

• Writing, testing, and maintaining code.
• Collaborating with team members and participating in code reviews.
• Debugging and resolving software issues.

Skills

C#

Node.js

C++

Agile

Kanban

Education

Bachelor's program in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent

Job description

At Kabam, we’re constantly raising the bar of excellence in free-to-play gaming. We hire for passion and diversity so that we can triumph in our collective skill. Our teams are made up of a fusion of personalities and interests bound together by a collaborative nature, fun-loving culture, and a drive to do what it takes to make great games. And this is where you come in…

We are looking for a curious and driven Backend Software Engineer Co-op to join our team and gain hands-on experience building the tools and systems that power our games. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to support high-performance development environments, streamline workflows, and make a real impact behind the scenes of our game production. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to the technology that brings our games to life.

In this role, you can expect to be involved in:

• Writing, testing, and maintaining code in alignment with coding standards and best practices
• Collaborating effectively with team members, participating in code reviews, and following established development processes
• Debugging and resolving software issues by providing effective solutions
• Maintaining clear and concise documentation for code and project-related materials
• Continuously learning and improving technical skills and domain knowledge
• Communicating progress, challenges, and updates to team members and stakeholders
• Adhering to project deadlines and milestones while managing tasks efficiently
• Seeking mentorship and sharing knowledge to contribute to team growth

What you'd bring to the team:

• You're a 3rd or 4th year in a post-secondary Bachelor's program in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• A solid understanding of C#, Node.js or C++
• The ability to write clean, simple, well-documented code from design requirements
• A proven track record of working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team setting
• Exposure to Android / iOS Mobile application development
• Up-to-date knowledge on the latest mobile gaming trends
• The ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical team members
• Experience working in Agile, Kanban, or similar project management methodologies

Perks of being a Kabam intern:

• Our success is due to the hard work of our people. We share our success with our people through flexible benefits and reward programs, sweet swag, snacks, and more.

Excited by this opportunity? Kabam is dedicated to growing our diverse and inclusive workforce, so if your past experience doesn’t perfectly match the listed requirements we encourage you to apply anyways - you could be a great fit for this or other positions.

We invite you to apply now and start the conversation with us. Together, we can create and support some of the best games ever made and entertain the world!

About Kabam

Kabam is a world leader in developing entertaining, immersive, and highly social multiplayer games, bringing high-quality graphics, next-generation technology, and revolutionary gameplay to players around the world.

Kabam’s games, Marvel Contest of Champions, Shop Titans, and more have generated hundreds of millions of downloads and have received multiple awards including Apple’s Editor’s Choice and Google Play’s Best Game of the Year.

Founded in 2006, Kabam has studios and offices in Vancouver, Montreal and Charlottetown in Canada, Los Angeles and San Francisco in the United States, and in Seoul, South Korea. Kabam is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Netmarble Games.

Kabam is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and equitable workplace, and inclusive environment for all existing and potential employees. Employment decisions are based on candidate qualifications and business need, not race, color, ancestry, place of origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, political belief, religion, creed, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, prior criminal conviction or any other protected class in accordance with federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.