Backend Game Developer

2 weeks ago

Portsmouth, Portsmouth, United Kingdom Freejam Games Full time
Backend Game Developer Opportunity

Freejam Games, the creators of the popular multiplayer game Robocraft, are seeking an experienced Backend Game Developer to join their dynamic team in developing the highly-anticipated sequel, Robocraft 2.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems and technologies at Freejam Games
  • Improve the architecture of the whole system with scalability and robustness in mind
  • Estimate task duration accurately and complete all work on a timely basis to a consistent, high-quality standard
  • Work autonomously to complete tasks and features in a timely fashion
  • Contribute to documentation and automated testing procedures
  • Collaborate effectively with leads, senior backend programmers, directors, and other project stakeholders on a continuous basis
  • Implement protective measures against threats and ensure adherence to data protection laws
  • Refine the performance of online services, focusing on server efficiency and user load management
Requirements
  • Significant experience developing back-end systems for games or similar environments, including prior experience in leadership capacities
  • Proven experience in commercial environments developing high-scalability online services in various domains, emphasizing handling large user bases
  • Involved in full production of at least 2 titles or projects
  • Strong C# programming skills
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Knowledge of bare-metal and cloud services like AWS and OVH
  • Experience with matchmaking systems, such as Open Match
  • Solid understanding of client-server methodologies and technologies
  • Good knowledge of scalability, security, and readable code
  • Proficient with source control and code review tools, such as Perforce and Git
  • Skilled in orchestration technologies, including Kubernetes and Agones
  • Experience with web technologies, such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
  • Experience with Linux-based systems, such as Ubuntu and Debian
  • Experience with CI/CD systems, such as Jenkins
  • Asp.Net and Entity Framework experience
Bonus Points
  • Experience with OpenAPI and code generation tools
  • Video game-specific experience
  • Knowledge of Unity for game development
  • Knowledge of SignalR, Sentry, Grafana, Portainer, and Multiplay Clanforge

We offer a great multicultural work environment and benefits, including flexible working hours, an ambitious, ego-free environment, regular team days out/social events, and our legendary Christmas parties.

Freejam Games is a fully indie team, and we shape our destiny. We decide game features, platforms, release dates, marketing strategies, business models, prices, and everything else. It's fun and rewarding to be the master of your own game development destiny.

We welcome applications from people from all under-represented groups.

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