Platform Engineer - Global Gaming Infrastructure

VERTEX GAMES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a Platform Engineer to architect cloud infrastructure for global casual gaming experiences. You will collaborate with teams to support millions of concurrent players and ensure the stability and growth of dynamic gaming systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to innovate within a diverse technical environment focused on delivering market-leading games worldwide.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure roles.
• Strong skills in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and infrastructure automation.
• Experience with Kubernetes and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Architect cloud infrastructure supporting 10M+ daily active users.
• Build automated deployment systems for rapid game updates globally.
• Implement monitoring and observability solutions.

Skills

Cloud platforms

Infrastructure automation

Kubernetes

Go

Python

TypeScript

System design

Scalable architecture

Real-time performance optimization

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

About This Role

Building the technical backbone that powers global casual gaming experiences for millions of daily active players. As a member of our Singapore technology hub, you’ll create infrastructure solutions that enable our Beijing R&D teams to rapidly develop, deploy and scale market-leading Match-3 and Bingo games across worldwide markets.

What You’ll Build

• Global Game Infrastructure: Multi-region deployment and scaling systems supporting millions of concurrent players
• LiveOps Platform: Real-time infrastructure enabling dynamic content updates, events, and personalization
• Developer Acceleration Tools: CI/CD pipelines and platforms that enable rapid game iteration and global deployment
• Cross-Market Compliance Infrastructure: Systems ensuring games meet regulatory requirements across different regions

Key Responsibilities

• Architect cloud infrastructure supporting 10M+ daily active users across casual game portfolio
• Build automated deployment systems enabling rapid game updates and feature rollouts globally
• Implement monitoring and observability solutions for real-time game performance optimization
• Design infrastructure supporting dynamic content delivery and personalized player experiences
• Collaborate with Beijing development teams to optimize game performance and reduce latency globally
• Ensure infrastructure scalability for viral game growth and seasonal traffic spikes

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of relevant working experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure roles
• Technical Skills:

1. Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and infrastructure automation
2. Proficiency in Go, Python, or TypeScript programming
3. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, microservices, and container orchestration
4. Understanding of system design and scalable architecture principles

• Scale Mindset: Experience with or strong interest in building high-concurrency systems
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with distributed teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent
• Background in gaming infrastructure or mobile app platforms
• Knowledge of CDN optimization and global content delivery
• Experience with real-time messaging systems and social gaming features
• Understanding of game security and anti-cheat systems
• Experience with cost optimization for high-volume consumer applications
• Fluent in both English and Chinese to liaise with teams in the Beijing R&D center, with strong cross-cultural communication skill

Application Requirements

1. Resume highlighting relevant experience
2. Cover Letter explaining interest in casual gaming and global market expansion
3. Portfolio/GitHub showcasing relevant technical projects
4. References from previous technical roles

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about gaming technology, even if you do not have direct experience in the gaming industry. We value potential and the ability to learn just as much as existing industry experience.