Backend Software Engineer

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems for mobile games.
Implement, debug and optimization of game features.
Collaborate with game designers and frontend software engineers for game feature implementation.
Identify potential technical risks and provide technical advice for mitigation.
Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems and user data.
Write clean, maintainable, performant and well-documented code.
Troubleshoot and resolve backend-related issues in a timely manner.
Collaborate with other senior engineers to establish coding standards, best practices and development processes.
Create and maintain technical documentation for code, systems, tools, processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
3 years of experience building backend systems or game services.
Experience on cloud computing platforms like AWS, GCP or Azure.
Experience building high-quality software in languages like Go, Java, Python, Javascript
Experience with building RESTful APIs.
Good understanding of game architecture, design patterns, and software engineering principles.
Good understanding of DevOps practices, continuous integration, and deployment pipelines.
Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for gaming and a drive to create engaging experiences for players.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with building backend systems for mobile games.
Prior experience in game development.

Well-being and Personal Growth
Impactful Work in a Growing Industry
Supportive Learning Environment

Average salary estimate

$100000 / YEARLY (est.)

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$80000K

$120000K

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What You Should Know About Backend Software Engineer, Happy Hour Games

Are you a passionate developer ready to take on the exciting role of a Backend Software Engineer at our innovative gaming company? Here, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems that power thrilling mobile games enjoyed by players worldwide. Your expertise will be crucial as you implement, debug, and optimize game features alongside a talented team of game designers and frontend engineers. We're looking for someone with a solid understanding of game architecture and software engineering principles who can navigate the technical landscape with ease, identifying potential risks and offering solutions to minimize them. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the security of our backend systems and the integrity of user data while writing clean and maintainable code. If you thrive in collaborative environments and are excited about creating engaging experiences for gamers, this position is a perfect fit. By joining us, you will not only work on impactful projects but also benefit from a supportive atmosphere that encourages learning and personal growth. If you're equipped with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field and have at least 3 years of experience in backend systems, consider becoming part of our dynamic team to elevate your career and unleash your passion for gaming.

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What are the main responsibilities of a Backend Software Engineer at our gaming company?

As a Backend Software Engineer at our gaming company, you'll be tasked with designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems for mobile games. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement game features, ensuring code quality and performance, addressing backend-related issues, and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation.