Backend Developer

1 Year ago • 2 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Thoughtfish develops games and gamified apps for various platforms. As a Backend Developer, you will implement database-related features, optimize existing code, monitor database performance, and troubleshoot issues. You'll also research data solutions, conduct unit tests, and assume responsibility for performance profiling. The role involves identifying and overcoming technical risks and challenges. The company emphasizes a positive feedback culture, cool projects, and a good work-life balance.

Must have:

2+ years experience with C/C++ programming language
1+ years experience with SQL database implementation
Experience in multi-threaded and parallel processing

Good to have:

Deep understanding of PC networking
Knowledge of Unity3D and C#
Experience with MySQL or similar databases
Experience with iOS/Android native development
Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP (AJAX)
Experience in Linux system administration

Perks:

Transparent salary with regular increases
Positive feedback culture
Cool and unique projects
Appreciation for applicants from all backgrounds
Value for work-life balance

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Job Details

Thoughtfish develops games and gamified apps for mobile devices, VR, MR, PC, and consoles. We strive to create innovative products and technologies with areas of applicability beyond the scope of gaming. We are looking for professionals to strengthen our friendly, highly-motivated team.

Your Responsibilities:

Implement database-related features, including data modeling and query tuning
Optimize existing code in regards to performance and memory leaks
Monitor database and server performance – troubleshoot, tune, refactor, and adjust capacity as needed
Research and present internally data solutions for customer specific problems
Conduct unit tests and create prototypes for the results of your research
Assume responsibility for low-level profiling of performance and memory issues
Identify and overcome technical and developmental risks/obstacles

Your Qualifications:

At least 2 years of professional experience with the C/C++ programming language
At least 1 year of professional experience working with database implementation of SQL databases
Multi-threaded programming and parallel processing experience
Ability to clearly document written code and features. Knowledge of UML diagrams is a plus
Solution driven mindset
A passion for video games
Good communication and team skills

Bonus Points For:

Deep understanding of PC networking and data communication behavior
Knowledge of Unity3D and C#
Experience with MySQL or similar databases
Experience with iOS/Android native development
Experience with HTML, CSS, Java Script and PHP (AJAX)
Experience in Linux system administration

What We Offer:

Transparent salary with regular, fixed increases
A positive feedback-culture featuring appreciation of your work, motivation, and room for mistakes
Cool and unique projects
We appreciate applicants from all backgrounds, working parents, and we value and respect the need for a proper work-life balance