Senior Backend Software Engineer - Game Servers

About the role

This is an opportunity to see your talent, experience, and best ideas developed with the quality expected of an international leader in gaming entertainment.

We are seeking a talented and passionate Backend Software Engineer to join our team in the online slot gaming industry. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing and supporting innovative in-game features, tools, and processes. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your skills and expertise in game development, working with an internationally recognised leader in gaming entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Develop new in-game features, tools, and processes to enhance the player experience
• Provide support and maintenance for existing in-game features, tools, and processes
• Write high-quality code and documentation to ensure efficient and scalable backend systems
• Conduct problem analysis and propose effective solutions to address technical challenges
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Mathematicians and Front-End Developers to deliver seamless gaming experiences
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of product quality through rigorous testing and optimisation
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to best practices
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and conduct research to drive innovation in the online casino industry

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional development experience
• Strong proficiency in either Ruby or other languages such as Python
• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures
• Fluent user of Git for version control
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Strong problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Comfortable working in a remote team environment
• Ability to design and write unit and integration for developed game features
• Debugging and resolving code issues

Nice to have

• Experience with containerisation using Docker
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes, particularly GitLab CI
• Passion for game creation and development
• At least 1 year of experience in developing slot games
• Proficiency with JIRA, Google App Scripts, and Cloud Services

Good to know

• We embrace diversity and equal employment opportunities. We are committed to creating a fair, supportive, and open environment for all.
• Please understand that we can only consider applicants who are located in the European time zone. (+/- 2 hours). All other applications will be automatically deleted due to the high volume of applicants.

Why Work for Booming Games

Founder led. Impact driven. Employee centric.
At Booming Games, we're reshaping the iGaming world with our remote-first approach. Our rhythm? Thrilling slot games with captivating features and stunning designs released every two weeks - no exceptions! Here, it's all about co-ownership and real growth. Dive into a diverse team where your input powers every game we craft!

Our perks

• We’re a 100% remote-first company, offering a best-in-class remote experience
• Competitive package
• Dog-friendly offices in Berlin and Malta
• Family-friendly policies
• Career growth opportunities
• Zestful working environment
• Knowledge sharing opportunities
• Dynamic culture surrounded by industry experts
• Company social events for team bonding

Contact

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