Backend Engineering

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Job Description

As a Backend Engineer at WinZO Games, you will be responsible for managing systems and infrastructure to provide a smooth gaming experience for millions of global users. The role involves end-to-end product development, designing distributed systems, and owning system architecture. You will collaborate with stakeholders, experiment with new technologies, and ensure the infrastructure and services are running smoothly. The position requires driving the tech roadmap and building a high-performing team. You will be working in a fast-paced environment with a focus on innovation and ownership, contributing to a 'Made in India for the World' tech product.
Must have:
  • Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Go, or Python
  • Strong system design and problem-solving skills
  • Experience developing applications for millions of daily requests
  • Experience working with a relational database or MongoDB
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of Redis/Kafka/dynamoDB
  • Knowledge of mobile platforms

Job Details

About WinZO Games


WinZO is India’s largest social gaming platform aiming at building an astronomical tech strong gaming ecosystem in the world. WinZO, in a short span of time has emerged as the leanest Series C funded gaming startup in the Indian startup ecosystem. We have so far raised over $100MM and handle more than 5 Bn+ micro transactions monthly, a number which is fast growing. With a vision of becoming a household name for Bharat catering to their entertainment needs through interactive engagements, Paavan Nanda (Co-Founder, WinZO, Zostel & ZO Rooms) and Saumya Singh Rathore (Co-Founder, WinZO, Ex-Chief of Staff & Growth- ZO Rooms, Zostel, Ex-Times Group), are aggressively building the platform to not just capture market opportunities but also explore and maximize potential of social interactions as consumption drivers. Both of them are putting together WinZO piece by piece using tech and data to create a transparent and unique gaming experience for its users.


WinZO hosts 100+ games in 12+ languages, has a user base of 200 million of which 80% users consuming the app in vernacular languages. WinZO has always yearned to mentor, guide and onboard games to be culturally relevant for Bharat. It also provides opportunities for housewives to translate and earn which empowers them economically. A 200+ members strong team with stellar professionals coming from global tech giants and companies such as Google, Amazon, Flipkart, McKinsey etc, WinZO is funded and backed by global gaming and entertainment investment funds such as Griffin Gaming Partners, Maker’s Fund, Courtside Ventures, Pags Group and Kalaari.


Our vision to create a 'Made in India for the World' tech product has taken a big leap with our global expansion in Brazil. Our recent presence at the Brazil Game Show 2023 marked a historic moment, showcasing India's prowess at a global stage. WinZO is continually working towards revolutionizing the gaming ecosystem by creating a complete entertainment package through a slew of interactive features. Speaking of the larger picture the platform is driving unique initiatives that are constantly attempting to nurture and groom developers.


WinZO Values:

Integrity, Excellence, Perseverance, Fine Judgement and Agility


About the Role: As a part of the Engineering team at WinZO, you will be responsible for managing systems and infrastructure running at scale serving millions of users globally giving them a smooth gaming experience. We are a data-driven company, and our objective is to ensure smooth functioning of our platform. At WinZO, you will be working in a fast-paced environment which will require you to take initiatives with complete ownership, manage multiple projects, and drive execution with stakeholders. If you are passionate to make Bharat's tech product as World’s best tech product, then join hands in this tug of war.


What you will do:

● Undertake end-to-end development of product from inception to execution

● Design distributed systems and their components that can be used across WinZO for building services to handle the scale 

● Responsible for owning and reviewing system architecture

● Continue to build technology that enables users to play games in limited connectivity across all device configurations

● Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to maintain a high bar for quality in a fast-paced

● Experiment with emerging technologies and drive the adoption of the same

● Complete end to end ownership of the infrastructure and services

● Work towards building a high performing team ensuring standards are maintained at every level

● Drive the tech roadmap for your respective team


What you should have:

We are looking for people with a entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for solving complex technical challenges at scale.


● Hands on with at least one of the programming languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Go, and Python

● Capacity to effective communicate and propose solutions for complex technical challenges

● Strong system design and problem-solving skills

● An innovative approach to the gaming industry, perfectly aligned with WinZO’s vision of bring gaming to every household in Bharat

● Excellent people management skills with an ability to drive the overall growth of the product and team

● Comfortable to work in a highly agile software development environment

● Experience in developing and owning applications catering to millions of daily requests

● Experience working with a relational database or MongoDB

● Good to have knowledge of Redis/Kafka/dynamoDB

● Knowledge of mobile platforms is good to have


What we offer you:

● A flat and transparent culture with an incredibly steep learning curve

● A swanky informal workspace which defines our open and vibrant work culture

● Opportunity to solve new and challenging problems with a high scope of innovation

● Complete ownership of the product and work closely with business to drive the growth

● Opportunity to work with incredible peers across departments and be a part of the tech revolution


At our core, we’re a creative company. Ideas is where we live, and we love building magical products. It’s not just about features, it’s also about how they make people feel. So, we build at the intersection of the technical and the romantic and it all starts with people, the right team that cares deeply about our mission, values, and our users.We value diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer: we do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, ethnicity, or disability status

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About The Company

WinZO is the largest social gaming and interactive entertainment platform in India. Launched in early 2018, the Company partners with third-party developers to host games on their Android and iOS apps, where users can enjoy personalized multiplayer gameplay experiences. 


The platform is available in 12 languages such as English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Bengali, and Bhojpuri, with over 175 million registered users. The WinZO platform facilitates over 5 billion micro-transactions per month across a portfolio of 100+ games. 


WinZO is focused on building an enthusiastic community of gamers and gaming influencers in Tier 2 – 5 cities in India. The Company envisions a future where the WinZO platform can deliver a culturally relevant and enjoyable experience in the Indian gaming ecosystem, monetized through a unique micro-transaction model.​​


WinZO, a series-C funded venture, has raised $100 million from Marquee gaming and entertainment investors such as Griffin Gaming partners, Courtside ventures, Maker’s fund, all of whom made their first investment in the Indian start-up ecosystem through WinZO.

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