Hardware Integration Engineer & Backend Developer (.NET)

Futuretek; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A gaming technology company in Toronto is seeking a Hardware Integration Engineer & Backend Game Developer to integrate hardware for gaming cabinets and develop backend services using .NET. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in .NET development and solid skills in hardware integration with peripheral devices. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in an innovative gaming environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in .NET (C#) backend development.
• Proven experience in hardware integration with peripheral devices.
• Strong knowledge of communication protocols (RS232, USB, TCP/IP).

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of hardware peripherals via RS232, USB, or TCP/IP.
• Develop and maintain backend systems using C# for slot game cabinets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and communications issues.

Skills

3+ years of experience in .NET (C#) backend development

MongoDB/NoSQL

Hardware integration with peripheral devices

Knowledge of communication protocols

Troubleshooting skills for hardware/software issues

Familiarity with device SDKs and low-level hardware

Experience with multithreading and real-time systems

PC hardware knowledge

Tools

C# (.NET Core)

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Hardware Integration Engineer & Backend Game Developer (.NET)

This is a full-time IN OFFICE position. We are seeking a Hardware Integration Engineer & Backend Developer to work on land-based gaming cabinets. In this role, you will focus on hardware integration of peripheral devices (e.g., printers, bill validators, buttons, monitors) while also developing backend services that support game logic and hardware communication. You will bridge the gap between game development and hardware, ensuring smooth operation of our slot games and cabinet systems.

This position requires someone who is passionate about hands‑on hardware work and also has solid .NET backend development skills for gaming applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of hardware peripherals (printers, bill validators, buttons, monitors, etc.) via RS232, USB, or TCP/IP, ensuring seamless communication with game boards.
• Develop and maintain backend systems using C# (.NET Core) for land-based slot game cabinets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and communications issues (Ethernet and serial).
• Identify and resolve system performance bottlenecks related to hardware‑software integration (e.g., GPU, memory usage, device latency).
• Utilize PC component knowledge to validate hardware compatibility and system design.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate RESTful APIs.
• Participate in project management activities, ensuring timely delivery of tasks.
• Support the installation, testing, and debugging of hardware and software in development and production environments.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in .NET (C#) backend development.

• MongoDB/NoSQL: 3 years (preferred)
• Proven experience in hardware integration with peripheral devices (e.g., printers, bill validators, I/O boards).
• Strong knowledge of communication protocols (RS232, USB, TCP/IP, WebSockets).
• Solid troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and communication issues (Ethernet & serial).
• Familiarity with device SDKs, APIs, and low‑level hardware interaction.
• Experience with multithreading, real‑time systems, and performance optimization.
• PC hardware knowledge, including components, peripheral devices, and integration best practices.
• Experience working in industries such as casino gaming, arcade systems, or embedded hardware/software projects is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Understanding of server-client architecture for gaming systems.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux gaming platforms.