Senior Backend Developer

Gameplay Galaxy; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Backend Developer

Department: Development

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Remote

Description

We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Backend Developer who will be responsible for maintaining and developing the game application server, implementing the game logic and developing various project services.

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

• You’ll design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems using Node.js to support our mobile games.
• You’ll work closely with our blockchain development team to integrate blockchain technology, NFTs, and smart contracts into our games.
• You’ll implement effective data storage, retrieval, and analytics solutions to optimize game performance and player experiences.
• You’ll create and maintain APIs to facilitate communication between our games and external services, including blockchain networks and third-party platforms.
• You’ll implement best practices for data security, authentication, and authorization to protect player data and assets.
• You’ll continuously optimize backend systems for speed, efficiency, and scalability, ensuring seamless gameplay experiences.
• You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including game developers and designers, to ensure seamless integration of backend services.
• You’ll communicate clearly and efficiently with the rest of the team. Be a team player.

What you'll bring to the team:

• 3-6 years of hands-on experience as a backend developer, ideally with TypeScript.
• Excellent skills in TypeScript.
• Excellent skills in Nest JS and Mongo DB (storage of game data).
• Proficiency in ClickHouse and Postgres (GreenPlum) for analytics.
• Proficiency in Redis (cluster communication) and WebSocket (interaction with game clients).
• Experience with encryption systems and Git.
• Excellent English to communicate with the international team.
• Experience in the games industry, blockchain programming (Ethereum) or with Google Cloud Services would be a plus.

Why you'll love working with us:

• We’re 100% remote, work wherever you want forever!
• We offer unlimited holidays and sick days. Take as much time off as you need, to spend time with your family and friends or just because you feel like playing games all day. We trust our team and want to offer a modern work-life balance that allows you to thrive both at work and in your personal life.
• You’ll be able to make an impact, to work closely with the rest of the team and its leads to work on one of the most promising upcoming games in the mobile gaming industry and the Web3 space.
• You’ll have a comfortable work schedule and stable workload, with a variety of tasks that will allow your constant professional development.
• We want our team to grow personally and professionally and support learning opportunities, especially with a focus around new AI tools and methods.
• We have a culture that puts our people first. We believe in open communication, creativity, and the value of unique contributions from everyone in the team.
• We offer a competitive salary in addition to equity option plans.