Software Engineer - Elixir

Code Wizards; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Elixir to develop high-performance systems for multiplayer gaming experiences. This hands-on role involves designing fault-tolerant services, collaborating with teams, and optimizing performance. Ideal candidates will have a passion for gaming and relevant experience in Elixir development.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience with Elixir.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems and functional programming.
• Experience with real-time messaging and databases.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement fault-tolerant Elixir services for multiplayer games.
• Collaborate with teams to define APIs and service contracts.
• Integrate third-party services for matchmaking, leaderboards, payments.

Skills

Elixir

Distributed Systems

Functional Programming

Real-time Messaging

Problem-solving

Job description

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Code Wizards are looking for a skilled Elixir Developer to join on an initial contract basis, working on high-performance systems powering multiplayer gaming experiences.

You’ll help build scalable, reliable infrastructure that keeps players connected and engaged in real-time.

This hands-on development role may involve working on new features one minute or optimising existing services the next.

Duties And Responsibilities

Design and implement robust, fault-tolerant Elixir services for real-time multiplayer games

Collaborate with front-end and gameplay teams to define APIs and service contracts

Optimise system performance, scalability, and uptime

Integrate third-party services for matchmaking, leaderboards, payments, etc.

Write tests, participate in code reviews, and uphold code quality standards

Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decisions

Skills And Experience

Significant professional experience with Elixir

Solid understanding of distributed systems and functional programming

Experience with real-time messaging and databases.

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Previous experience or passion for games, especially multiplayer or online real-time applications.

We will be prioritising candidates with experience in the Games Industry or who can demonstrate a clear passion for videogames!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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