Online Programmer

Impact:

. Develop and maintain game backend services (server side) such as player accounts, leaderboards, etc.
. Build and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services and systems and ensure optimal server performance.
. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration between the server-side and client-side components, design, break down, and implement features, fostering knowledge sharing and teamwork.
. Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, profiling, and ongoing maintenance to sustain system quality and stability.
. Write modular, well-documented code to uphold engine coding standards.
. Debug and resolve issues across multiple platforms, using available profiling and debugging tools.
. Collaborate with senior programmers, engine developers, and artists to scope and deliver features on schedule.
. Communicate technical trade-offs, risks, and progress clearly to leads and cross-functional stakeholders.

Innovation:

. Contribute to improving development efficiency and delivery quality by proposing practical enhancements within the team.
. Support incremental process improvements focused on optimizing workflows and backend system effectiveness.
. Demonstrate agility and adaptability in responding to changing business priorities, and organizational needs.

Knowledge:

Technical skills:
. Proficient to design and implement server-side and client-side architecture.
. Practical knowledge of backend development concepts including programming languages such as C#, Python, or PHP.
. Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and system design principles.
. Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, containers, and distributed systems.
. Knowledge of algorithmic efficiency, code optimization, and performance tuning techniques.
. Solid proficiency in C++ (including object-oriented and data-driven design),
. Understanding of Agile practices, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps-driven delivery models.
. Independatly implements backend features within established technical frameworks.
. Familiarity with Scrum-based development workflows and team collaboration tools.
. Understanding of multidisciplinary environments and dependency management across project milestones.

Soft Skills:
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Good analytical and synthesis skills

. Minimum 5+ years of experience in software development, preferably in gaming or relevant industries.
. Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical technical experience through projects, certifications, or contributions.

Considerable understanding of video games and broad video game culture.

. The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve in line with changing business, project, and organizational requirements or subject to change based on business requirements.