Senior Data Ops and Services Programmer

DIGITAL EXTREMES Ltd.; London; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Extremes in Canada seeks a Senior Data Ops and Service Programmer to advance our data-driven systems. You will ramp up on self-hosted infrastructure, lead projects, and guide teams to scalable data solutions.

You will design and optimize databases, build robust pipelines, ensure data quality and GDPR compliance, and partner with data scientists to deliver impactful data products. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a live service gaming environment, offering growth and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Experience with large object-oriented code bases and C++.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB and other relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with setting up, managing, and optimizing self-hosted databases.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience working with Linux/Unix environments.
• Hands-on experience with ETL orchestration tools such as Dagster or Airflow.
• In-depth knowledge of data warehousing concepts and relational data modeling.
• Experience managing projects and teams, including setting timelines and ensuring deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize existing databases, including version updates and performance tuning.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines for data ingestion and processing.
• Manage self-hosted database solutions for large-scale data analysis and data warehousing.
• Integrate data from various sources, ensuring data quality and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and GDPR regulations.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other teams to understand data requirements and develop scalable solutions.
• Provide insights into database architecture and recommend improvements for scalability.
• Lead project initiatives, manage timelines, and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Skills

C++

SQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

ETL Tools

Data Warehousing

Team Leadership

Data Engineering

Tools

Dagster

Airflow

Linux/Unix

Self-hosted DBs

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Ops and Service Programmerto join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience working with various databases and use their expertise to help us create a more future-proof and scalable data infrastructure. We need someone who can ramp up on our current self-hosted systems, suggest improvements, and lead projects and teams.

This role is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our data infrastructure while working in a collaborative and evolving environment. If you are a proactive, solutions-oriented data engineer with a passion for optimizing databases, ensuring data integrity, and guiding teams toward success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and optimize existing databases, including version updates, performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and monitoring.
  Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines for data ingestion and processing.
• Manage self-hosted database solutions, focusing on performance for large-scale data analysis and efficient data warehousing.
• Integrate data from various sources, ensuring high data quality and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with government policies and processes related to data security, privacy, and GDPR regulations.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other teams to understand data requirements and develop scalable solutions.
• Provide insights into database architecture and recommend improvements that align with business needs and future scalability.
• Adapt to team needs and organizational restrictions to support evolving data strategies.
• Lead project initiatives, manage timelines, and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of industry experience
• Experience with working in large object-oriented code bases and C++
• Experience with working in large code bases
• Experience with database management systems such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and other relational and NoSQL databases
• Experience with setting up, managing, and optimizing self-hosted databases
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience working with Linux/Unix environments
• Hands-on experience with ETL orchestration tools such as Dagster or Airflow
• In-depth knowledge of data warehousing concepts and relational data modeling
• Experience managing projects and teams, including setting timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams, with a focus on collaboration and knowledge sharing

PREFERRED EXTRAS

• Experience working with various payment providers.
• Experience working with consoles.
• Experience in a live service game environment.

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Digital Extremes is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value a candidate brings.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 CAD

Existing Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

We believe in the power of human connection. At Digital Extremes, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates. All applications are reviewed by human, qualified recruiters.

During your interview, our recruitment team will leverage Gemini as a note-taker only. At Digital Extremes, a core value of our studio is that we do not leverage AI in any of our development processes; this is a strict company policy.
Please note that we permit the use of AI tools exclusively for administrative support, it is not used for candidate selection, screening, or any part of the decision-making process. All evaluations are conducted solely by our team to ensure our hiring remains a human-led process, just as our development remains the work of our artists and creators.

Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe® , boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe® , an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.

WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES

At Digital Extremes, we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community.

Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.

JOIN US

At Digital Extremes, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the respect we show one another. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process.