Backend Engineer - Java / GoLang

2 Weeks ago • 4 Years + • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Software Engineer at Skillz, you'll report to the Director of Engineering and lead the technical vision and strategy. You'll shape the technical direction, support core business growth, and explore new domains. Responsibilities include building low-latency, high-performance applications in real-time systems, working with distributed systems, caching mechanisms (Redis, Memcached), and relational databases. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Kubernetes is highly valued. The ideal candidate possesses 4+ years of experience in Java or Golang and a passion for building services that power games. This role is crucial in shaping the future of Skillz's technology and its impact on the mobile esports landscape.
Must have:
  • 4+ years Java or Golang experience
  • Distributed systems expertise
  • Low-latency, high-performance app development
  • Cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) proficiency
  • Relational database experience
Good to have:
  • Gaming industry experience
  • Kubernetes experience
Perks:
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • Paid time off
  • Company holidays
  • Tax benefit options (PF & NPS)
  • Expense reimbursement

Job Details

Join Skillz and Level Up Your Career!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile esports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide. Skillz is revolutionizing the gaming industry, providing the ultimate platform for competitive mobile games. By fostering social competition within games, Skillz empowers developers to create multi-million dollar franchises while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition.

At Skillz, we firmly believe that everyone is born with unique skills and deserves to experience an epic win. We understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. That's why we passionately champion game developers and players alike, empowering them to unleash their full potential through the power of competition.

Life @ Skillz

  • Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value and make a difference in the world.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your entire family. Additionally, take advantage of tax benefit options (PF & NPS), expense reimbursement, and more.
  • Perks: We believe in enhancing your work experience. We offer competitive paid time off (PL & sick/casual) & company holidays to help you recharge and pursue your passions.

Why Skillz?

  • Pioneers of Skill-Based Competition: Skillz is not just any company in the gaming industry; we are the pioneers of skill-based competition, partnered with industry titans like UFC, NFL, T-Mobile, Buzztime, Bowlero, while also hosting renowned events like the Game Developer Conference (GDC). Join us in transforming the way people play games and building the home of competition for all.
  • Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more.
  • Talent Magnet: Join a team of talented professionals who are passionate about what they do. Our team includes experts from Meta, Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, and more.

The Future of Gaming Awaits!

The gaming industry is larger than movies, music, and books combined, with over 3 billion active gamers playing monthly and over 25 million active developers worldwide. Mobile gaming, in particular, is the fastest-growing segment, projected to reach $300 billion by 2025. At Skillz, you have the opportunity to be at the forefront of this exciting industry and shape its future.

Job Description:

As the Senior Software Engineer - you'll report to our Director of Engineering and spearhead the technical vision and strategy for the organization. Your role involves shaping the technical direction for our engineering org, supporting the growth of our core business, and venturing into new exciting domains.

  • 4+ years of professional experience in Java or Golang.
  • Solid experience with distributed systems, caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached), and relational databases.
  • Experience building low-latency, high-performance applications in real-time systems.
  • Experience in the gaming industry is preferred, but we also welcome those with a passion for working on services that power games .
  • Strong proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes or similar container orchestration technologies. (Good to Have)
  • Able to work in-office in Bangalore, India.(Hybrid)

Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming!

Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. Join our team and be part of the journey. We look forward to having you on board!

Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .

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About The Company

Skillz is the leading mobile games platform that connects players in fair, fun, and meaningful competition. The Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling social competition in their games. Leveraging its patented technology, Skillz hosts billions of casual esports tournaments for millions of mobile players worldwide, and distributes millions in prizes each month.

Skillz has also earned recognition as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC’s Disruptor 50, Forbes’ Next Billion-Dollar Startups, San Francisco Business Times’ Best Places to Work, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000.  

We’re building a groundbreaking company that's pioneering an entirely new industry, and we're searching for top-notch people to join our mission. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to meet you!

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