Back-End Developer (Game Studio)

Neuroplay Studios; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative game development studio in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled Back-End Developer to design and maintain the systems that power their game development. Responsibilities include implementing secure remote access, maintaining backend systems, and optimizing performance. Ideal candidates should have experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and cloud technologies. Join a passionate team and make a significant impact in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in backend development and securing applications.
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with PCI DSS and GDPR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Configure secure remote access and enforce endpoint protection.
• Maintain backend systems for live testing & launch.
• Implement monitoring, backups, scaling, and performance best practices.
• Work with founders & developers to streamline workflows.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

REST APIs

GraphQL APIs

WebSockets

Server-Sent Events

Database sharding

Database replication

Terraform

CloudFormation

DataDog

New Relic

OAuth

JWT

MFA

Tools

Unity

Perforce

Job description

We’re building a game from scratch — and we need a builder like you.
At our independent studio in Kuala Lumpur, we’re creating an original PC/console IP and pushing toward our first prototype and launch. We’re small, focused, and hands-on — which means every system you design, every workflow you improve, and every line of code you ship will shape the future of our game.

We need a Back-End Developer to design and maintain the systems that power our development — backend, infrastructure, DevOps, and security.

What You’ll Do

Configure secure remote access (VPN, bastion host) and enforce endpoint protection.

Maintain backend systems for live testing & launch.

Implement monitoring, backups, scaling, and performance best practices.

Work with founders & devs to streamline workflows.

• Node.js / TypeScript
• REST/GraphQL APIs
• WebSockets / Server-Sent Events
• Serverless technologies
• Database sharding & replication

DevOps & Deployment

• Terraform / CloudFormation
• Monitoring (DataDog, New Relic)
• Performance testing & optimization
• Disaster recovery & backups
• Payment gateway integration
• PCI DSS compliance
• OAuth, JWT, MFA
• GDPR/privacy compliance

Application Security

• Secure coding practices
• Vulnerability assessment
• API security & rate limiting
• DDoS protection
• Security monitoring
• Audit trails for transactions

Bonus

• Unity, Perforce, build pipelines
• Steam/console release workflows

We’re a small, passionate team — your work will have a big impact on how we build and launch our game. If you want to work on challenging systems in a creative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a Backend Developer?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How would you rate your English language skills?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Security Engineer?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment background check?