Lead backend engineer (Kubernetes, Golang, C++)

LOCATION:      Prague, Brno, Brighton

FUNCTION:      Engineering

REPORTS TO: Technical Director

CONTRACT:     Permanent 

What We Need:

Hangar 13 is looking for a Lead Backend Software Engineer to manage, mentor and grow the backend engineering team and help design and develop backend features for AAA games. The team is responsible for developing internal products with the focus on the backend side of real time multiplayer experience.

 What You Will Do:

• Manage a team of engineers working on Backend systems using Docker and Kubernetes and developed in Golang and C++. This position requires a combination of leadership / management role and hands-on technical responsibilities. 
• Ownership of a set of components and systems, collaboration with engineers and designers in Hangar 13 and a wider 2K teams across multiple locations (Europe and North America), coordinating the project tasks assigned to the team.
• Work with proprietary existing software technology and build new technology to fulfil the project’s technical requirements.
• Provide the Technical director with feedback regarding the team performance and goal completion.
• Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks.

Who We Think Will Be A Good Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline
• Strong technical background in SW engineering, knowledge of modern container platforms (preferably Docker and Kubernetes) from enterprise use case 
• Experience with enterprise cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform, AWS, and Azure.
• Strong coding skills in Go, familiar with other languages such as C++ is a plus.
• Leadership background, previous experience in a management / team lead role is a plus.
• Commitment to code quality, documentation, and sound testing procedures
• Ability to learn and master new technologies and code.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines.
• Experience with industry standard tools e.g., Git, GitHub, 

Who We Are:

Hangar 13 is an internal 2K development studio that creates influential AAA video game experiences across all major platforms. The studio is based in four locations around the world: Brighton (UK), Brno & Prague (Czech Republic) and across the US, working collaboratively as one team. Each of our locations provides the opportunity to work with some of the most talented developers in the industry, on creatively challenging and exciting projects, in a diverse and welcoming environment. Our focus is on making the highest quality games with sustainable, healthy development plans; to tell stories that engage players through worlds and experiences that keep them hooked from start to finish. We strive to be a studio that our team members know they can make a difference and grow professionally alongside creating games they are proud of.

Prague:

Located in the heart of Europe, with its enchanting historical centre and magic energy, Prague is one of the world's most stunning cities. The Hangar 13 office is based in the city centre, just a few minutes from the Old Town and its famous astronomical clock. Cultural events, vibrant nightlife, sports and leisure time activities, breathtaking nature –  a few steps away.

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