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The CTO (Moto) at SDG will lead the internal payments product, Moto.  Responsibilities are 90% management (8-person team) and 10% hands-on.  This role requires ensuring infrastructure stability, defining technology strategy, integrating third-party payment systems and APIs, and collaborating with other departments.  The ideal candidate is fluent in Russian and possesses extensive experience with the .NET stack, various databases, message brokers, microservices architecture, and high-load applications.  The position offers a remote work opportunity with substantial benefits.

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<div class="description"><p><strong><a href="https://socialdiscoverygroup.com/about-us/"></a></strong><a href="https://socialdiscoverygroup.com/about-us" style="text-decoration: none;"><strong></strong></a><a href="https://socialdiscoverygroup.com/about-us" style="text-decoration: none;"><strong>Social Discovery Group</strong></a> (SDG) is the 3rd largest social discovery company in the world, uniting 60+ brands with 500 million users. We solve the problems of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection by transforming virtual intimacy into the new normal. Our portfolio includes online communication platforms focusing on AI, game mechanics, and video streaming - Dating.com, DateMyAge, Cupid Media, Dil Mil, Kiseki, and others. </p>
<p><strong>SDG invests in IT startups around the world.</strong> Our investments include Open AI, Patreon, Flo, Clubhouse, Woebot, Flure, Astry, Coursera, Academia.edu, and many others.</p>
<p>We bring together a team of like-minded people and IT professionals specializing in the creation and development of globally impactful social discovery products. Our international team of 1200 professionals and digital nomads works all over the world. </p>
<p><strong>Our teams of digital nomads</strong> work remotely from <strong>Cyprus, Malta, the USA, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Montenegro, Poland, Latvia, Serbia, Spain, Portugal, UAE,  Israel, Turkey, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and many other locations. </strong></p>
<p>In August 2024, we achieved <strong>Great Place to Work US Certification™! </strong>This achievement reflects our core belief that a truly exceptional workplace is built on trust, pride, and camaraderie—not just great perks.<strong></strong></p>
<p>We are currently looking for a CTO to lead our internal payments product - Moto. </p>
<p><strong>Your main tasks will be:</strong></p>
<ul><li>90% management, 10% hands-on tasks</li><li>Managing a development team of 8 people</li><li>Ensuring the stability and reliability of the department's infrastructure</li><li>Defining and executing the technology strategy to align with business goals</li><li>Overseeing the integration of third-party payment systems and APIs to expand service capabilities</li><li>Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless integration of payment solutions</li></ul>
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<ul><li>Fluent Russian speaker</li><li>Strong knowledge of .NET stack: .NET Framework, .NET Core, .NET 6+; C#; ASP.NET Core, Angular</li><li>ORM: EF/EF Core, dapper</li><li>Databases: MS SQL Server, MongoDB; Redis; Database architecture, data migration, query optimization</li><li>Message brokers: RabbitMQ<br></li><li>Microservices architecture, asyncronous programming, performance optimization, CI/CD (Teamcity + Octopus, azure devOps), Git, </li><li>HTTP, gRPC</li><li>Experience with hi load applications, AMQP brokers (MassTransit, kafka, Azure service bus), architecture patterns</li></ul>
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<p><strong>What do we offer:</strong><strong><br></strong></p>
<ul><li><strong>REMOTE OPPORTUNITY</strong> to work full time;</li><li><strong>Vacation</strong> 28 calendar days per year;</li><li><strong>7 wellness days per year</strong> (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave;</li><li><strong>Bonuses up to $5000 </strong>for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company;</li><li>Full payment for <strong>professional training, international conferences and meetings;</strong></li><li>Corporate discount for <strong>English lessons;</strong></li><li>​<strong>Health benefits. </strong>According to the paychecks, if you are not eligible for corporate medical insurance, the company will compensate you with up to $ 1,000 gross per year per employee. This can be spent on self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor’s fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children);</li><li>​<strong>Workplace organization. </strong>The company provides all employees with an equipped workplace and all the necessary equipment (table, armchair, wifi, etc.) in our offices or co-working locations. In the other locations, the company provides reimbursement of workplace costs up to $ 1000 gross once every 3 years, according to the paychecks. This money can be spent on the rent of the co-working room, on equipping the working place at home (desk, chair, Internet, etc.) during those 3 years;</li><li><strong>Internal gamified gratitude system: </strong>receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for time off, merch, team building activities, massage certificates, etc. </li></ul>
<p><strong>Sounds good? Join us now!</strong> </p></div>

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Data Structures and Algorithms

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Programming Patterns

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Unity Game Engine

Blue Zoo seeks an experienced Set/Prop Designer for a short-term contract (January 27th - February 14th, 2025) on an upcoming 3D production.  Responsibilities include researching and sketching prop and set concepts, creating polished designs with detailed sheets, collaborating with other departments, ensuring design workability, managing assets and time effectively, and incorporating feedback. The ideal candidate will possess strong aesthetic judgment, drawing/painting skills, adaptability to various styles, and a portfolio showcasing diverse prop and set designs.  Proficiency in design software (Cintiq, Photoshop, etc.) and a strong understanding of design functionality and mechanics are essential. 

2D FX Artist - Experienced

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<div><span><span style="font-size: 10pt">We are looking for an experienced Set and Prop Designer who will be designing concepts of </span><span style="font-size: 13px">stylised</span><span style="font-size: 10pt">&nbsp;props and / or sets collaboratively under the supervision of the Art Director. This is for one of our upcoming 3D productions!</span></span></div>
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<div><span style="font-size: 10pt"><strong>This is a short term opportunity and we are looking for an artist who are available to start on the 27th of January and the contract will finish on the 14th February 2025. The successful candidate will need to be based in the UK.</strong></span></div>
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    <li><span style="font-size: 13px">Provide detailed design sheets, including t</span><span style="font-size: 13px">urnarounds and functionality information of the subject matter.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 13px">Collaborating with other departments to ensure designs are workable throughout the production pipeline.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 13px">Working as part of a team to interpret assigned concepts and supporting other members of your team when required.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 13px">Managing your assets and time efficiently to meet deadlines.</span></li>
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    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">A portfolio that demonstrates a variety of prop and set designs options that fit into a story/world.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Be able to present work in a clear and concise manner that demonstrates thought process and purpose.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Understanding of functionality and mechanics of designs for props and sets.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Strong knowledge of tools and software such as Cintiq, Photoshop, or other applicable design software.</span></li>
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    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Good understanding of colours, lighting and value structure.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Strong understanding of volumes, turnarounds and perspective.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Able to visually develop and design props for 3D production through sophisticated exploratory designs.</span></li>
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    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Being a team player and great collaborator.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">3D skills in Maya or equivalent are a plus.</span><br style="font-size: 14px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">
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    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">A passion for cinematography or video games.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Creative problem solving.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Able to give and receive design related feedback.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Excellent time management skills in meeting design deadlines from concept to final deliverables.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 11pt">Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs, an Annie and an Emmy along the way!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt">We couldn’t be prouder that Blue Zoo is the first major animation studio in the world to receive</span><span style="font-size: 11pt"> We’ve been independently certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation who award the B Corp certification. The certification verifies companies who are working to improve the lives of employees as well as industries as a whole. The certification process involves over 170 rigorous metrics to improve the lives of our staff, customers, suppliers, and the local community, ensuring we are not just saying we are ethical with empty gestures, but independently evidencing it.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt">We are going through an exciting period of growth and are building a studio that is full of amazingly talented, happy artists, making work they are proud of, which in turn makes a small contribution to a happier world. Blue Zoo believes that a healthy balance in our lives - whatever our situation - is key to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We offer flexible working to support this.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt">We look for people who have expertise, enthusiasm and are motivated to make things better. You’ll work alongside a talented and diverse group of people who respect each other's differences and seek to understand and embrace fresh perspectives.&nbsp;</span></p>
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    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Winner of Best Places to Work in TV 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2024.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Many fun in person and remote social events throughout the year.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Comprehensive benefits package, including loads of discounts and offers.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Online wellbeing programme.</span></li>
    <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Profit share (for employees who have been with us for 2+ years).</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 11pt">Blue Zoo is committed to creating and nurturing an inclusive studio that promotes and values diversity and invites everyone to ‘bring their whole selves’ to work. We believe that companies that truly embrace and value diversity, and create an environment where everyone from any background can do their best work, are better companies.&nbsp;</span></p>
<span><span style="font-size: 11pt">To be engaged our people have to feel included and valued. We work hard to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is embedded in the way we work, not just an initiative. We strive to engender a studio community that feels a deep sense of pride and commitment that transcends any role, department or level and works together to produce excellent and engaging work</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: rgba(51, 51, 51, 1)">.</span></span>
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