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Backend Developer, Server Core Team (World of Warships)

5 Days ago • 3 Years + • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

The Backend Developer will work on the Server Core Team for World of Warships, developing and improving core backend services. Responsibilities include developing and improving core services, supporting existing systems (bug fixes, refactoring, optimization), transitioning to a modern tech stack, collaborating on code and design reviews, integrating with internal/external services, and implementing monitoring solutions. The role requires expertise in backend/server development with object-oriented programming languages and experience in distributed systems. The ideal candidate will be passionate about high-load systems and improving the gaming experience for tens of thousands of concurrent players.
Must have:
  • 3+ years backend/server development experience
  • 1+ years experience in distributed systems
  • Strong OOP design, data structures, algorithms
  • Develop and improve core game backend services
  • Support existing systems, optimize performance
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with professional software engineering principles
  • Experience with Python (or willingness to learn)
Perks:
  • Annual leave (20+ days)
  • Additional paid time off
  • Sick Leave Compensation
  • Maternity Leave Benefits
  • Premium Private Health Insurance
  • Career development opportunities
  • English clubs
  • Mental well-being program
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Office snacks & drinks
  • Subsidized canteen

Job Details

Job Overview

Are you a software engineer who enjoys working on complex backend challenges in large-scale systems?

ServerCore team develops and maintains critical core services. We work on code that handles game clusters, manages game realm connectivity, stores player data, distributes game sessions in the most optimized way, and integrates with external services. Given the large number of concurrent players, our work is essential for ensuring reliability, stability, and a smooth gaming experience.

As a cohesive team, we highly value cooperation and problem-solving. If you're passionate about high-load systems and want to shape the future of a globally connected game, we would love to hear from you!

What will you do?

  • Develop and improve core services that power our game backend.
  • Support existing systems by fixing bugs, refactoring critical components, and optimizing performance.
  • Drive the transition from our custom legacy solutions to a modern, standardized tech stack.
  • Collaborate with teammates on code reviews and design reviews to maintain clean, efficient, and scalable code.
  • Integrate with internal and external services developed by other teams.
  • Implement and maintain monitoring solutions and handle potential failures according to established protocols.

What are we looking for?

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in backend/server development with one or more object-oriented programming languages (Java, C#, C++, Python, Kotlin, etc.)
  • 1+ years of experience in distributed systems.
  • Understanding of system architecture approaches.
  • Strong foundation in object-oriented design.
  • Strong data structure, logic, and algorithm skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Familiarity with professional software engineering principles and best practices across the entire development lifecycle.

Why This Role?

  • While our core services are primarily developed in Python, we welcome candidates with strong backend experience in any language and a willingness to adapt.
  • You’ll work on high-performance infrastructure services that support tens of thousands of concurrent players, solving challenges in scalability and efficiency.
  • You’ll be involved in modernizing the technology stack, transitioning from custom solutions to widely adopted industry standards.
  • You’ll join a team with a code review and design review culture that prioritizes engineering excellence and best practices.

Work mode

Onsite during the trial period

Hybrid (2-3 days of work from the office)

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:

  • Annual leave of 20 working days (additional days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 25 days)
  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
  • Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits  
  • Premium Private Health Insurance
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English clubs and platforms for learning languages
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Discounts for employees
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
  • Seniority Awards
  • Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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About The Company

Wargaming is a company with a rich history and a bright future. Founded in 1998, we have grown from a small team of passionate gamers into a global leader in the gaming industry. Our focus has always been on creating immersive and engaging experiences for our players, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of gaming.


But our success is not just limited to our games. We are also committed to giving back to the community and making a positive impact on the world. We have established a number of initiatives to support education, technology, and the arts, and we are always looking for new ways to make a difference.


So if you are a talented and ambitious individual looking to make a real impact in the gaming industry, Wargaming is the place for you. Join us, and be a part of something truly special. 

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