Software Engineer, Java (Mid/Senior)

Rockstar; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Dundee is seeking a passionate Software Engineer skilled in Java backend development. The role involves designing solutions for game development, contributing to team guidelines, and collaborating with global teams. The ideal candidate has a strong command of Java, expertise in Spring Boot, and experience with RESTful APIs. This is a full-time, in-office position that offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects in a highly motivated environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in Java backend development.
• Strong command of Java, from low-level optimization to high-level architecture.
• Deep expertise in the Spring Boot ecosystem and JPA/Hibernate.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement solutions for fast-paced game development.
• Collaborate with other technology teams across worldwide studios.
• Develop a strong understanding of systems used and learn new technologies.

Skills

Java backend development

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

MySQL query-tuning

Apache Kafka

Linux environments

Java performance profiling

Job description

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar is on the lookout for a passionate Software Engineer who is skilled at hands on development.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s unique game development studio in the heart of Dundee, Scotland.

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Information Systems team create and maintain production software tools that are used by all game development disciplines to support the creation of all Rockstar Games projects.
• The tools we build range from task management software, defect trackers with games console integration, distributed video recording systems, reporting and analytics applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement solutions to help us meet the challenges of fast paced game development.
• Contribute towards the team’s software design guidelines.
• Collaborate with other Rockstar technology teams across our worldwide studios.
• Develop a strong understanding of the systems we use and learn new technologies to help advance our applications.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years of professional experience in Java backend development.
• Strong command of Java, from low-level optimization to high-level architecture.
• Deep expertise in the Spring Boot ecosystem and JPA/Hibernate.
• Proven experience designing and scaling RESTful APIs.
• Solid understanding of MySQL (or other major RDBMS) with query-tuning experience.
• Hands‑on experience with Apache Kafka and change data capture (CDC) pipelines.
• Proficient in Java performance profiling and debugging.
• Comfortable in Linux environments, with strong communication and production‑support skills.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Familiarity with Directed Acyclic Graphs and Graph Databases.
• Familiarity with media processing tools like FFMPEG.
• Exposure to version control, CI/CD systems and build automations.
• Experience with service‑oriented architecture and multi‑tier server applications.
• Exposure to Caching Systems, Spring Cloud, Swagger.
• Experience with data warehousing solutions like Snowflake / Apache Doris.
• Familiarity with Debezium.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.