Principal Backend Engineer - Online Multiplayer (TS/Node)

Behaviour Interactive; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game studio in Toronto is seeking a Principal Backend Programmer to enhance its online gaming experience. This role will involve designing and developing server features, troubleshooting backend issues, and optimizing performance for a seamless multiplayer experience. Candidates should possess over 12 years of backend development experience with skills in Typescript, Node.js, and database management, particularly with DynamoDB, MongoDB, and MySQL. Join a diverse team and contribute to cutting-edge game development.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of backend development experience, deep understanding of scalable system design.
• Proven track record building high-speed server applications using Typescript and Node.js.
• Advanced expertise with REST and WebSocket communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new server features while enhancing the existing codebase.
• Write detailed technical specifications before implementation.
• Troubleshoot issues to elevate the robustness and performance of backend services.

Skills

Backend development

Typescript

Node.js

REST

WebSocket

DynamoDB

MongoDB

MySQL

Load testing

Performance optimization

Job description

A leading video game studio in Toronto is seeking a Principal Backend Programmer to enhance its online gaming experience. This role will involve designing and developing server features, troubleshooting backend issues, and optimizing performance for a seamless multiplayer experience. Candidates should possess over 12 years of backend development experience with skills in Typescript, Node.js, and database management, particularly with DynamoDB, MongoDB, and MySQL. Join a diverse team and contribute to cutting-edge game development.