Backend Game Developer

Magic Media is a pioneering media, entertainment and tech group powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 15 countries and expertize in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, software development, VFX and video production amongst others. We work with leading developers and publishers within the games and tech industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.

The ideal candidate will have extensive full-time server programming experience with games. As a backend developer, you will be responsible for the backend API development of the gaming title and also administration pages to operate the game. This includes design, development, coding, testing, and debugging. You will also estimate task completion and write technical design documents.

What you will do:

Very strong knowledge of backend development. Languages like JS (nodejs), Java, Go, C#, python, ruby and any other that is commonly used. C# prefered
Knowledge of database modeling, normalization and relational databases
Should be familiar with performance bottlenecks and ways to resolve them
Strong debugging skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong reporting and documentation skills
Flexibility and ability to adapt to new technological changes as per project need
Work on several different projects that use different technologies
Work in a group with multi-disciplinary people to achieve the best result possible for all game features
Give your own ideas on how to solve specific game and technical problems

Requirements

2+ years of experience as a backend developer
Involved in the development of at least one large game title from A-Z
C#, java or any other object oriented programming language
Knowledge setting up CI/CD systems (Jenkins, github actions, etc.)
A passion for video games

Desirable pluses

Serverless and AWS lambda
Familiarity with Unity engine
Experience with Amazon Gamelift, PlayFab, Nakama or related
Experience with docker, AWS and deployments
Understanding of CI / CD processes: terraform, circleCI
Knowledge about NFT concepts
Solid technical foundation (e.g. Computer Science / Maths Degree or equivalent)

Benefits

Permanently remote position
An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects
Be part of an international group with offices worldwide
Career growth and development
Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities
Flexible working hours
An inclusive culture and open communication

Backend Game Developer

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