Backend Developer (C++)

Magic Media is a pioneering media, entertainment and tech group powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 15 countries and expertise 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.

We are currently expanding our backend development team to support cutting-edge game and software projects. We're looking for talented C++ developers who are passionate about building robust, scalable, and high-performance server-side systems. As a Back End Developer, you will be embedded in the development team and participate in architecture discussions, technical meetings, and feature implementation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable back-end systems and server infrastructure using C++
Implement and optimize game servers, APIs, and networking protocols
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices
Debug and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
Collaborate with front-end developers, game designers, and other team members to integrate systems
Perform code reviews and contribute to technical documentation
Optimize performance, memory usage, and server response times
Implement security measures and data protection protocols

Requirements

5+ years experience in software development, with strong C++ expertize
Demonstrated experience in back-end architecture and server-side development
Proficiency in modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17 or later)
Experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, WebSockets)
Knowledge of database systems, ideally Apache Cassandra
Comfortable with version control systems (Git, Perforce)
Strong understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and asynchronous programming
Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
Fluent in English

DESIRABLE PLUSES:

Past experience of database migrations/upgrades
Experience in the gaming industry or real-time multiplayer systems
Familiarity with containerization and microservices architectures
Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Experience with performance profiling and optimization tools

Benefits

Project-based remote position with a possibility for long-term engagement
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
Competitive compensation package
An inclusive culture and open communication

At Magic Media, our passion lies in gaming. Our vision is to create and deliver engaging and interesting games for our clients. We can deliver this high-quality work on any platform, whether it be on a console, PC, or mobile. We know that reputation and results go hand-in-hand. Therefore, we work hard to find experts and talented creators to deliver the best results.

Backend Developer (C++)

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