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Job Description
Seeking a Senior Backend Developer to design and implement scalable microservices for a high-traffic digital platform, collaborating with game and technical teams on groundbreaking projects.
Key Information
- Location Model: Hybrid/Remote
- Location Details: N/A
- Salary Range: N/A
- Years Experience Min: N/A
- Employment Type: Contract
- Company Industry: Digital Platform / Gaming (Implied)
- Visa Sponsorship: N/A
- Relocation Assistance: N/A
- Working Hours: N/A
Technical Stack
- Core (Must-Have):
- Javascript / C#
- AWS or Azure
- Docker or Kubernetes
- MySQL or MongoDB
- RESTful APIs or GraphQL
- Nice-to-Have:
- Azure or AWS
- Docker or Kubernetes
- Security best practices
Role & Responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable and robust microservices.
- Collaborate on data models, APIs, and integration patterns.
- Deliver high-performance, secure, and maintainable backend services.
- Work with production team on project timelines and deployments.
- Document learnings and provide technical limitations/concerns.
- Must-Have Qualifications:
- Proven experience with monolithic and microservice architecture at scale.
- Proficiency in Javascript / C# and relevant frameworks.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of database design (SQL/NoSQL).
- Experience designing/implementing RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.
- Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals.
- Excellent communication, team player, and problem-solving skills.
- Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
- Experience with specific cloud/container platforms (Azure, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with security best practices for backend development.
Company & Culture
- Benefits Highlights:
- N/A
- Potential Red Flags / Things to Note:
- Specific contract duration not mentioned.
- Location/timezone details for Hybrid/Remote not specified.
- Company name and specific industry details are vague (implied gaming/digital platform).
- Company Culture Snippets:
- Emphasis on technical innovation and creative thinking.
- Close collaboration with game/technical teams.
Contract: (Hybrid/Remote) Overview We’re seeking a seasoned Backend Developer with a proven track record in building scalable and robust architectures, and an instinctive understanding of how to deliver seamless digital experiences. You will work closely with the game team and technical leads to create and explore new and exciting backend services, working on groundbreaking projects with cutting-edge technologies. Specifically, you will be implementing and optimising microservices for a high-traffic, digital platform. Key Responsibilities Work closely with the Technical team to design and develop scalable and robust microservices. Collaborate with the wider technical teams/ partners to design and develop data models, APIs, and integration patterns. Delivering high-performance, secure, and maintainable backend services through technical innovation, creative thinking, and efficient working practices. Proactive problem-solving skills accompanied by excellent communication skills to express ideas and reasoning to key stakeholders and the team. Work closely with the production team to inform the project timelines and manage deployments. Documenting learnings and insights, and providing key technical limitations and concerns to the wider team. What We’re Looking For Proven experience with monolithic and microservice architecture at a large scale. Proficiency in Javascript / C# and a deep understanding of relevant frameworks and libraries. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of database design and development, with experience in relational (e.g. MySQL) and non relational (e.g. MongoDB) databases, Experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL. Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, networking) and a proven ability to apply them in creating high-quality, scalable backend systems. Excellent communicator, team player, and effective problem solver. Nice to Have Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS) and containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with security best practices for backend development.
Job Details
Location
Remote / London, United Kingdom
Key Skills
KubernetesDockerJavascriptC#Restful ApisGraphqlBackend DevelopmentMicroservicesProblem SolvingCloud PlatformsDatabase Design