Senior Backend Developer Web3

2 Weeks ago • 4-12 Years
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TapNation seeks a skilled Senior Backend Developer with expertise in Node.js, real-time communication, and database management to build and maintain their real-time multiplayer gaming backend. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of GCP (Google Cloud Platform), serverless architecture, and blockchain development.

TapNation is a French tech startup publishing mobile games.

TapNation was founded in 2019 by our CEO, Hervé Montoute and our CTO, Igor Zabukovec. In just 5 years, TapNation has grown from a small startup to an international company with recognized experts and optimization technologies.

Since its creation, the company has published more than 50 games, which have generated more than a billion downloads and reached the rankings of hit games (“Top 15 publishers worldwide” in 2022).

The company today generates more than 50 million euros in revenue and hire around a hundred people around the world. Its high growth was highlighted by Les Echos which made “Top 1 Champion de la Croissance” in 2022 and by its membership in 2023 within FrenchTech120 companies.

We offer you the opportunity to join a growing company with a multicultural team (India, Spain, China, Turkey, etc..). Each of your projects will have a direct impact on the performance and development plan of the team.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • French Tech 120: Member of the best French startups in 2023 and 2024;
  • Top 1 Les Echos: We've ranked Top 1 in 2024 for "Les Champions de la Croissance" by Les Echos;
  • Top 14 FT1000: We've ranked Top 14 in 2024 for "FT1000" by Financial Times;
  • Top 17 Worldwide Publishers: We've ranked Top 17 of Worldwide publishers in 2023 according to Mobilegamerbiz;
  • FW500: Part of the best French companies in 2024 according to Frenchweb;
  • GPTW & Happy at Work: We've received the Great Place to Work & Happy at Work certifications highlighting the good work environment for our employees.

Tasks

As a Backend Developer specializing in Node.js, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the backend infrastructure that powers our real-time multiplayer gaming experiences.

By working in the Web3 Division, you will:

  • Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain the server-side components and APIs required for real-time multiplayer gameplay using Node.js.
  • Real-Time Communication: Implement real-time communication protocols (WebSocket, WebRTC, etc.) to ensure smooth and low-latency multiplayer interactions.
  • Database Management: Manage and optimize databases (e.g. Redis, BigQuery, BigTable, PubSub, DataFlow,...) to store game-related data and player information efficiently.
  • Scalability and Performance: Architect and optimize the backend infrastructure for scalability and high performance, ensuring smooth gameplay for thousands of concurrent players.
  • Security: Implement robust security measures to protect against cheating, hacking, and other security threats in a multiplayer gaming environment.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate closely with game developers, designers, and other cross-functional teams to integrate multiplayer features seamlessly into mobile games.
  • Blockchain Development: Design and implement smart contracts & stay up-to-date with the latest developments in blockchain technology and integrate new advancements into our products
  • Testing and Debugging: Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and optimization of backend systems to ensure reliability and a seamless gaming experience.Documentation: Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation for APIs, services, and backend systems to facilitate teamwork and future development.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in backend development using Node.js.
  • Experience with real-time multiplayer game development is a strong plus.
  • Proficiency with real-time communication technologies.
  • Strong knowledge of databases (e.g. Redis,BigQuery, BigTable, PubSub, DataFlow) and database optimization.
  • Good knowledge of the cloud provider GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
  • Good knowledge and proficiency with serverless architecture is advantageous.
  • Good knowledge with smart contract development using Solidity, Rust or similar languages
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Team player and humble.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Good knowledge of the gaming/apps industry
  • Good Knowledge about the Web3 industry

About The Company

TapNation is a Mobile Gaming publisher helping developers take their games to the next level.

Our international and creative team harnesses the power of new technologies to deliver successful and entertaining gaming experiences to players worldwide.

TapNation released 50+ games which generated more than 1 billion downloads! Our ambition is to lead the way in a high-growth market.


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Île-de-France, France (On-Site)

Île-de-France, France (On-Site)

Île-de-France, France (Remote)

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