Backend Game Developer

4 weeks ago

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

Freejam Games, the creators of Robocraft, is seeking an experienced Backend Game Programmer to join our team in developing the highly-anticipated sequel, Robocraft 2.

In this role, you'll play a crucial part in developing robust backend systems and features for Robocraft 2, working closely with the programming team. You will be working on our backend stack, which is using a range of technologies such as databases, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes in our hybrid-cloud infrastructure. Additionally, you'll work with modern frameworks, ensuring high-performance and efficient server-side operations.

Responsibilities
  • Design, development, and maintenance of the core backend systems and technologies at Freejam
  • Improve the architecture of the whole system with robustness
  • Create accurate task duration estimates and complete all work on a timely basis to a consistent, high-quality standard
  • Autonomously complete tasks and features in a timely fashion
  • Contribute to the documentation and automated testing procedures
  • Collaborate effectively with Leads, other senior backend programmers, directors, and other project stakeholders on a continuous basis
  • Implement protective measures against threats and ensure adherence to data protection laws
  • Regularly 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 any leadership capacity
  • Proven experience in a commercial environment developing high-scalability online services in various domains, emphasizing handling large user bases
  • Involved in full production of at least 2 titles/projects
  • Strong C# programming
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Knowledge of Baremetal and cloud services like AWS and OVH
  • Experience with matchmaking systems (e.g. 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 (Perforce, Git, etc)
  • Skilled in Orchestration technologies, including Kubernetes and Agones
  • Experience with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
  • Experience with Linux-based systems (Ubuntu, Debian, etc)
  • Experience with CI/CD systems, such as Jenkins
  • Asp.Net + Entity Framework
Bonus Points
  • Experience with OpenAPI and code generation tools
  • Video game-specific experience
  • Knowledge of Unity for game development
  • Knowledge of; SignalR (RPC's), Sentry, Grafana, Portainer & Multiplay Clanforge

Please include a link to your GitHub, website, or portfolio along with your CV when applying.

Freejam Games is a fully indie team, we shape our destiny. We decide game features, what platforms we release on, what dates we release on, how we promote and market our games, what business models we choose to follow, our prices, everything. It is fun and very rewarding to be the master of your own game development destiny. This is the freedom that being properly independent brings and this is what Freejam Games is all about.

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

Freejam Games is currently in the amazing position of building a brand new project and we're looking for like-minded people who can help shape it.

Diversity

Freejam Games is aware that sometimes minorities are under-represented in the game development industry. We welcome applications from people from all under-represented groups.

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