Software Engineer, Backend (New Grad)

Peak; Fatih; On-site; TRY 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

Peak is seeking a Backend Software Engineer (New Grad) in Fatih, Turkey, to join their Engineering Team. You will design scalable backend services that enhance gameplay for over 40 million users. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Computer Science, experience in Java Spring Boot, and a strong command of programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, or C#. Additional familiarity with databases and container technology (Docker) is a plus.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Good command of various programming languages.
• Experience with Java Spring Boot and backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, low-latency backend services.
• Manage APIs and tools for new game functionality.
• Maintain and enhance existing code using best practices.

Skills

Programming languages (Java, JavaScript, C#)

Java Spring Boot

Relational databases

Non-relational databases

Software architecture design

OOP and design patterns

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in Computer Science

Tools

Memcache

Redis

Elasticsearch

Docker

Job description

We are looking for a Software Engineer, Backend (New Grad) to join our Engineering Team with a focus on backend development that drives gameplay. You will architect the core systems that bring game features to life by connecting the server-side logic and the player experience. With a community of 40 million monthly active users, you will solve unique engineering challenges and build scalable game logic using a technology-agnostic approach, growing alongside your team and our games.

Here's what you'll do

• Design and implement scalable, low-latency backend services that deliver core game features to millions of users
• Manage API’s and tools required to support new game and platform functionality and releases
• Maintain and enhance existing code base using best practices in Software Engineering
• Brainstorm new ideas with your team to continually iterate and improve the user experience of our games
• Monitor the system and implement and check features, through collaboration with game players
• Secure and improve game performance, reliability and security

What we're looking for

• University degree in Computer Science or any equivalent department
• Good command of various programming languages (such as Java, JavaScript, or C#) and experience with best practices and idioms of these languages
• Experience in Java Spring Boot based software development and backend systems
• Having experience in casual mobile games is a big advantage
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
• Familiarity with Memcache, Redis, Elasticsearch and Docker is a plus
• Strong engineering skills and programming fundamentals
• Apart from language and technology, an understanding of software architecture design, OOP and principles of design patterns on various scales
• Meticulous attention to detail and a passion for developing, releasing, and maintaining high-quality code