Fullstack Software Engineer (Backend Leaning)

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Fullstack Software Engineer (Backend leaning) with expertise in PHP, Angular, Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, and RabbitMQ to develop and maintain Everskies.com.

About Pocket Worlds:

At Pocket Worlds, we are building bleeding-edge technology that enables creators to develop the next generation of social experiences. Our flagship platform, Highrise, is where millions of people express themselves, engage in shared experiences, and create deep friendships. Over 40 million people have already joined the world of Highrise, and it's growing faster every day. Through Highrise, we are connecting the world through shared community created experiences and realizing the positive potential of the internet.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to take charge of the day-to-day development of Everskies.com, working directly under the guidance of both the CEO of Pocket Worlds and the creator of Everskies. This role offers a unique opportunity to be the sole developer on this project, crafting engaging user experiences and robust backend solutions and running a live product with 200k+ DAU.

This role is open to remote, but candidates located in Poland and Eastern Europe are highly preferred.

Responsibilities:

  • Take full ownership of the development and maintenance of Everskies.com.

  • Collaborate closely with both the CEO of Pocket Worlds and the original creator of Everskies to understand vision, requirements, and user feedback.

  • Develop and optimize front-end features using Angular and ensure seamless integration with backend services.

  • Design and implement backend services using PHP and Go, focusing on performance, scalability, and security.

  • Manage databases using MySQL and MongoDB, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability.

  • Integrate and maintain messaging services using RabbitMQ.

  • Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure robust, bug-free code.

  • Monitor, identify, and resolve performance bottlenecks.

  • Keep abreast of new technology developments and suggest adaptations of the tech stack as needed.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

  • Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with a strong portfolio in both frontend and backend development. This role will be 70% backend, 30% frontend.

  • Expertise in PHP, Angular or React, Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, and RabbitMQ.

  • Experience working with Go is a plus.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

  • Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with non-technical stakeholders.

  • Passion for creating a user-friendly environment for both team members and customers.

Why work with us:

  • Impact: Your work will directly affect millions of users around the world.

  • Growth: Your growth isn’t capped by a career ladder. Show us you can deliver the impact, and we’ll respond with recognition and reward.

  • Elite team: You’ll be a member of a small and elite team with a lot of freedom to go after opportunities you identify.

  • Culture: High trust, high intensity, low process and bureaucracy. We pride ourselves in being a Silicon Valley startup with a laser focus on the mission, and we’ll happily remove all roadblocks in your path to success.

  • Reward: This role offers a highly competitive salary and very generous equity. Our incentives will be directly aligned toward success.

  • Office and team: Directly work with the cofounders in our office in Downtown Austin.

Benefits (US Only):

  • Meaningful equity - we’re here to do amazing work, and we share in our wins together.

  • Equipment allowance - choose what you need to work at your best.

  • Healthcare, 401k / pension (US only)

  • Unlimited PTO.

  • Education/Training stipend - we've set aside a budget for every employee to continue to learn and grow their skills.

Pocket Worlds is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

About The Company

We're the creators of Highrise, now featured in the iOS App Store with 50 million users and rapidly growing. We're building bleeding-edge technology for developers and amateurs to create immersive experiences and worlds inside our virtual universe.


We believe that the future of virtual worlds is bright, and we're excited to be at the forefront of this industry. As we continue to grow and expand our platform, we're looking for talented individuals to join us on this journey of innovation and creativity. If you're passionate about building the platform to power virtual experiences that bring people together and push the boundaries of what's possible, we want you on our team!

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