- Hybrid Platform Engineer | Multiplayer Fps

Ironbelly Studios; Gotham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio is seeking a Backend Developer to join their innovative team. The position focuses on architecting APIs for revolutionary gameplay experiences in a hybrid work model. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in backend development, strong skills in Kubernetes, AWS, and programming languages like Typescript and C#. This role offers the opportunity to work with industry veterans and contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years backend/API development and infrastructure/DevOps experience.
• Expertise in Kubernetes, Helm, and AWS.
• Strong skills in Typescript and C#.
• Proven ability to build secure, scalable backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Kubernetes-based APIs for multiplayer scale.
• Optimize AWS infrastructure for millions of players.
• Build robust RESTful and realtime APIs.
• Develop scalable microservices using Typescript and C#.
• Create CI/CD pipelines for rapid iteration.

Skills

Backend/API development

DevOps experience

Kubernetes

AWS expertise

Typescript

C#

RESTful API development

Realtime API development

Job description

You

• Value continuous improvement and growth
• Have solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Excel working with diverse, collaborative and agile teams
• Consistently maintain high level quality in your craftmanship
• Seeking an environment that is trust-based, data-driven and autonomous

The Team

We are building a centralized team in beautiful Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Join some cool humans doing some cool stuff!

The Project

Join industry veterans from Call of Duty, Halo, and Bioshock creating revolutionary! Develop cutting-edge extraction shooter mechanics, player-owned economies, and comprehensive creator tools. Work on groundbreaking Web3 integration while maintaining premium gameplay standards. Shape true digital ownership experiences that empower global gaming communities.

What You\'ll Own

• You\'ll architect the technical backbone for:
• Revolutionary extraction shooter mechanics that push genre boundaries
• Player-owned economies enabling true digital ownership
• Comprehensive creator tools empowering our global community
• Groundbreaking Web3 integration while maintaining premium gameplay

Your Impact

• Design and deploy Kubernetes-based APIs with Helm for massive multiplayer scale
• Optimize AWS infrastructure supporting millions of concurrent players
• Build robust RESTful and realtime APIs powering revolutionary game systems
• Develop scalable microservices using Typescript and C#
• Create CI/CD pipelines enabling rapid iteration on AAA features
• Collaborate directly with industry legends shaping the future of gaming

Requirements

• 5+ years backend/API development and infrastructure/DevOps experience
• Kubernetes, Helm, and AWS expertise
• Strong Typescript and C# skills
• RESTful and realtime API development
• Proven ability to build secure, scalable backend systems

Bonus Points

• Game backend platforms (PlayFab, AccelByte, Pragma, GameLift)
• Unreal Engine 5 experience
• Microservices architecture expertise

*Please note that though we are a globally distributed team, this is a Hybrid work-model role based out of Montreal, Quebec, Canada and candidates based in the city/province will be given priority*

Ironbelly Studios is comprised of a talented, passionate and dedicated number of game developers from all corners of the globe. Our focus is on creating high quality entertainment experiences as well as providing outsourcing services at a fraction of the cost seen elsewhere.

From humble beginnings Ironbelly has grown to be one of the most trusted names in the indie development space, working on over 300 projects in our 15 years of service, ranging from AAA titles such as Gotham Knights down to small mobile titles. We bring passion and experience together and look for people who put games and their creation in the center of their world.