Backend Server Engineer

Jam City; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mobile games developer is seeking a Backend Server Engineer to build scalable services for their games. The ideal candidate will have experience with Python or Java, a strong background in computer science, and a passion for solving technical challenges. This position offers remote work and competitive compensation in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Unlimited Vacation

100% Covered Medical and Company-Sponsored Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Accounts

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Activities & Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of web service technologies and best practices.
• Eager to learn new things and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of features/bugs/issues from conception to run in production.
• Develops performant code that is easy to maintain.
• Collaborates with game teams to improve game quality.

Skills

Passionate and self-driven

Proficient in Python, Java

Strong background in computer science concepts

Understanding of caching, networking, storage, concurrency

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

AWS

Linux

MySQL

Django

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

As a leading mobile games developer, Jam City is looking to “level up” our talent. We’re on the hunt for innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

PERKS & BENEFITS

Unlimited Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Kin Care & Holidays*

100% Covered Medical and Company-Sponsored Dental & Vision ( Plans Vary )*

Life Insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, & More*

Fully Remote

Wellness Activities & Programs

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave*

Happy Hours

Company Events

*Only applies to full-time positions.

We are looking for a talented Backend Server Engineer to join our dynamic backend team to build large, scalable services that are the foundation of the games. The team is responsible for the game configuration system that allows for over-the-air, reactive changes to every aspect of the game without needing to deploy a new binary. Other key systems include: leaderboards, PVP matchmaking, business intelligence systems and engaging social features.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes ownership of features/bugs/issues from conception to run in production.
• Develops code that is performant, easy to maintain by others and works as intended.
• Collaborates with all of the game teams including client engineers, game designers, support, and analytics. Your input is highly valued to improve game quality or offer alternatives to meet timelines.
• Eager to learn new things especially if it solves hard problems or improves the quality of life for a team. There are many exciting cool technologies being evaluated at Jam City including leveraging ML to design new levels and auto-tuning goal requirements/economy.

QUAILFICATIONS

• Passionate and self-driven! We love engineers who tackle difficult issues and provide innovative, performant solutions!
• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Understanding of performance implications of caching, networking, storage, and concurrency.
• Knowledge of web service technologies (e.g. Linux, MySQL, AWS, NoSQL, Django) and best practices.
• Strong background in computer science concepts: OOP, algorithms and data structures.
• BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or similar experience.
• Remote work OK -- must be willing to work PST hours.

NICE TO HAVE

• Has worked in a team with experience in large-scale, high-performance distributed software.
• Has experience in mobile gaming, video game industry.
• Has experience with real-time multiplayer features and their networking requirements.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Loves playing video/board games.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation for this role. The range listed is just one component of Jam City's total compensation package for employees, which may also include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, certifications, location, business needs, or market demands. This range is based on a full-time position. This range may be modified in the future. In addition, Jam City provides a variety of benefits to employees, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, life, disability, and accident insurance. Pay Range: $110,000 — $140,000 salary per year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION

We believe in creating games that unite people across the world and that showcase our commitment to providing an environment that is both inclusive and diverse for our players and employees. We strive to create a workforce that is reflective of our global player community as we know that we are stronger and better when we play together. To help promote an inclusive culture, we celebrate the visible and invisible diversity of our Jam Citizens through initiatives including Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, trainings, speaker series, and more.

Jam City is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, religion, ethnicity, marital, or domestic partnerships status, disability, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws. Our management is committed to following this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruiting, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

ABOUT JAM CITY

Jam City is an award-winning mobile entertainment studio providing unique and deeply engaging games that appeal to a broad, global audience.

The company also is the go-to studio for Hollywood, having developed immersive, narrative-rich mobile games around iconic entertainment brands. The company’s popular RPG game Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery was the #1 game in more than 40 countries at its launch in April 2018.

Jam City has nine studios located in Los Angeles (HQ), Berlin, Buenos Aires, Bogotá, Burbank, Cedar Falls, San Diego, San Francisco, and Toronto.