As an Experienced Backend Developer, you will be a vital part of our game development team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side architecture and services that power our video games. You will build and scale robust, secure, and highly performant backend systems to support large player bases, online multiplayer functionalities, in-game economies, and player data. This role requires a strong technical background, problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating seamless and engaging player experiences.
Responsibilities
System Architecture & Design: Design and develop high-performance, scalable, and secure backend systems and APIs to support game features such as user authentication, leaderboards, player profiles, and in-game stores.
Multiplayer & Networking: Implement and maintain robust multiplayer capabilities, ensuring stable network connections, minimising latency, and synchronising game states for a smooth online experience.
Database Management: Architect and manage game databases (both SQL and NoSQL) for player data, game statistics, and transactional information, with a focus on performance optimisation and reliability.
Scalability & Performance: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, optimise server performance, and design infrastructure that can scale to handle millions of concurrent players.
Live Game Operations (LiveOps): Develop and support backend features that enable live game updates, events, and other post-launch content, often using container-based or serverless architectures on cloud platforms.
Security & Anti-Cheat: Implement and maintain security protocols and anti-cheat systems to protect player data, prevent fraud, and ensure a fair and secure gaming environment.
Analytics & Telemetry: Build and support systems for collecting and processing game telemetry data and analytics, providing valuable insights into player behaviour and game performance.
Collaboration: Work closely with game designers, frontend developers, artists, and producers throughout the entire development lifecycle to translate game design concepts into functional backend services.
Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, ensuring code quality and adherence to best practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Expertise:* Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as C++, C#, Java, Python, or Go.
Backend Frameworks: Extensive experience with relevant frameworks, such as Django for Python, Spring Boot for Java , or Express.js for Node.js.
Databases: Expertise in both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB) databases.
Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and a solid understanding of cloud-native development.
Networking: Knowledge of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, WebSockets) and experience building real-time multiplayer systems.
APIs: Proven experience designing, implementing, and securing RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
Experience & Knowledge:* Game Development Experience: Proven experience building and operating robust backend systems, preferably within the video game industry.
Scalable Architecture: Demonstrated experience with microservices, distributed systems, and designing for high availability and scalability.
DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Soft Skills:* Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges effectively.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and changing project requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Experience with specific gaming backend services like PlayFab, Photon Server, or Nakama.
Knowledge of gaming-specific topics such as game physics.
A passion for gaming and an understanding of the end-user player experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to ₹2,000,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Food provided
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
Do you have a minimum of three years experience in the gaming industry?
Language:
English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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