Senior / Lead Software Engineer

3 Months ago • 5-8 Years • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Virtuos seeks a Senior/Lead Software Engineer to lead their R&D team. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and optimizing applications for video game assets and production resources. This involves leading a team of engineers, overseeing backend service architecture (Flask, FastAPI, Django, Node.js), developing high-performance web/desktop applications (HTML, JS, QT, ElectronJS), designing responsive web apps (ReactJS, VueJS, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS), integrating various databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, etc.), implementing CI/CD (AWS ECS, CodePipeline, Docker, Kubernetes), and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, expertise in web/desktop application development, API design and security, database knowledge, cloud and DevOps proficiency, and excellent communication skills.
Must have:
  • Lead software engineering teams
  • Backend service architecture (Flask, FastAPI, etc.)
  • Web/desktop application development (HTML, JS, etc.)
  • Database expertise (SQL, NoSQL)
  • CI/CD implementation (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes)
Good to have:
  • Experience with C++/C#
  • Familiarity with specific game engines

Job Details

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PLAY, GROW and WIN

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.  

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004. 

Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.

ABOUT THE POSITION 

As a Software Engineer Lead of Virtuos R&D team you will be involved in the design, implementation and optimization of the applications that advance the state of the art production tools applied to video games assets and production resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of Software Engineers, overseeing architectural efforts for robust backend services using Flask, FastAPI, Django, or Node.js. Design scalable, efficient backend services and secure RESTful APIs to support complex applications.
• Guide and mentor team members, fostering an environment of growth. Take initiative in refining the tech stack, aligning technologies with project goals and team expertise.
• Architect and develop high-performance web and desktop applications with HTML, JS, QT, or ElectronJS, focusing on smooth and stable user experiences and optimization across operating systems.
• Design responsive web applications using HTML, JavaScript, CSS frameworks like ReactJS, VueJS, Bootstrap, and Tailwind CSS, ensuring accessibility and user-friendliness across devices.
• Integrate various database technologies (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Amazon S3, RabbitMQ) for high availability, scalability, and security. Lead database design, optimization, and management.
• Implement CI/CD practices with AWS ECS, Code Pipeline, Docker, Kubernetes to automate software deployment, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, IT, production teams for high-quality solutions. Lead agile development processes, promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Stay updated on web and desktop development trends, integrating new tools and mentoring junior engineers to elevate team capabilities.
• Develop security strategies to protect data and systems against cyber threats, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Lead performance tuning, troubleshooting, and code reviews. Drive technical documentation and system comprehensibility.

Qualifications

• Educational Excellence: Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field from a renowned university, bolstered by a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a technology-driven production environment.
• Leadership Experience: A minimum of 3 years spent in a leadership capacity, such as a Tech Lead or Manager, demonstrating a proven track record of guiding teams, mentoring developers, and leading projects to successful delivery.
• Technical Leadership: Deep expertise in the development of both web and desktop applications, with a particular focus on scalable backend solutions. Strong hands on expertise in Python, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and familiarity with C++/C#.
• API Design and Security: Skilled in designing and implementing secure RESTful APIs, with a thorough understanding of web security protocols and authentication strategies.
• Database Knowledge: Extensive experience with various database technologies, including both relational and NoSQL databases, as well as message queues.
• Cloud and DevOps Proficiency: Familiarity with AWS Cloud services, and adept in implementing CI/CD practices, experienced in both cloud-based and on-premises deployment frameworks.
• Exceptional Communication: Strong communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, evidenced by an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.
• Project Management Skills: Demonstrated project management prowess, with the ability to oversee project life cycles, ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and manage stakeholder expectations.

Job Info

  • Job Function Identification 977
  • Posting Date 01/08/2025, 08:40 AM
  • Locations China, Shanghai
  • Job Function Schedule Full time
  • Linkedin Tags #LI-AB1

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