Jr./Sr. Backend Programmer

Kooapps; Makati; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company in the Philippines is looking for an entry-level Jr./Sr. Backend Programmer. You will join a paid 6-month training program focusing on building robust backend APIs and ensuring server performance. The ideal candidate should be proficient in PHP, MySQL, and have a background in computer science. Join us to build innovative games and contribute to our mission, while collaborating with diverse teams in a fun environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in PHP, MySQL/NoSQL, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with C#, C/C++, JavaScript/TypeScript is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of full-stack development focused on back-end technologies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 6-month paid training program.
• Build and maintain robust backend APIs.
• Ensure server infrastructure stability and performance.
• Develop internal tools to support team operations.

Skills

PHP

MySQL

NoSQL

HTML

CSS

C#

C/C++

JavaScript

TypeScript

Unity3D (familiarity)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Kooapps Makati, National Capital Region, Philippines

Jr./Sr. Backend Programmer (We Provide Training!)

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Responsibilities

• (Junior) Begin your career at Kooapps with a 6-month, paid intensive training program.
• Focus on building and maintaining robust backend APIs that interact efficiently with databases.
• Ensure the stability and performance of server infrastructure.
• Develop essential internal tools to support various team operations.
• Deliver high-quality, well-structured code adhering to best-in-class engineering practices.
• Work closely with Game Design, Art, QA, PM, and Data teams to ship games with world-class polish, particularly focusing on backend support.
• Occasionally contribute to website development tasks.

Requirements

• Proficiency in PHP, MySQL/NoSQL, HTML and CSS.
• Experience with C#, C/C++, Javascript/Typescript.
• Basic knowledge or understanding of full-stack development, with a primary focus on back-end technologies.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• Passion for software development and gaming.
• Self-motivator with strong problem-solving skills.
• Can communicate and work effectively in English.
• Willingness to work in Makati.
• Willingness to work Monday to Saturday.
• Both entry-level (new graduates or career changers) and experienced applicants are welcome. No prior mobile game development experience is required. Familiarity with Unity3D, iOS / Android Development, and App Development is a plus.

About Kooapps Philippines Corporation

Kooapps is at the forefront of the Philippines game development industry. Since 2008, Kooapps has launched over 50 titles – including its award-winning games Snake.io and Pictoword – that have amassed more than 400 million downloads in aggregate.

This is what we aspire to do:

• Build the first global Filipino gaming brand, one that the entire country will be proud of.
• Work smarter and more effectively than any other company, so that we can learn more and ship faster.
• Make games we are proud to show our family and friends. When we see millions of people playing our games every day, it is a constant reminder of the impact we have on the world. Join us and be part of our success!

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Computer Games

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