Back End Developer

Recently incorporated Video Game Studio situated in the hip Bangalore locality of Koramangala , specialising in multi platform hyper casual games and cross platform multi player tournaments.

What are you working on?

• Genres: MMO, Hyper-casual
• Platforms: Mobile, Browser, iOS, Android

Team size and structure?

30 - Front End, Back End, Design, and QC

For which tasks (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. 

What kind of professional are we looking for?

• 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.

   

What is important for us in a person?

• 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.

Why do we enjoy working here?

Get in on the ground floor at an exciting start up run by industry veterans

Creative Freedom

What are the conditions and bonuses?

Paid Annual Leave
Paid Sick Leave

Paid Health Insurance