Senior Software Engineer

5 Days ago • 7 Years + • Cyber Security

Job Summary

Job Description

Onward Search is seeking a Senior Software Engineer – Platform Security Engineering for a world-renowned gaming company. This fully remote, 6-month contract role, based in Irvine, CA, focuses on developing and maintaining high-reliability security services for player accounts, transactions, and in-game activity. Responsibilities include designing scalable APIs and protocols, collaborating with cross-functional teams on security and fraud detection, working with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure), and participating in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in building high-reliability services, 3+ years with Java, a strong understanding of data structures and algorithms, and experience with cloud providers. The role requires strong collaborative skills and a passion for security and gaming.
Must have:
  • 7+ years building high-reliability services
  • 3+ years hands-on Java experience
  • Strong data structures & algorithms
  • Cloud experience (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Collaborative skills
Good to have:
  • Distributed systems experience
  • Python or scripting languages
  • BigQuery/Splunk experience
  • Database skills (MySQL, Oracle, Cassandra)
  • Network/server security knowledge
  • Gaming passion
Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Learning & Education Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training & Development

Job Details

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Senior Software Engineer – Platform Security Engineering for a world-renowned gaming company, where you'll play a key role in shaping the future of gaming security.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Platform Security Engineering team, you'll join a collaborative and innovative culture, working to protect players as they engage in epic game universes. This role offers a dynamic, remote work environment and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the security and safety of a global gaming community. This is a fully remote 6 months of contract. The role is located in Irvine, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain high-reliability security services that monitor player accounts, transactions, and in-game activity.
  • Design and implement scalable APIs and protocols to support platform security needs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security and fraud detection measures across the organization.
  • Work with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) to deploy and maintain services for security systems.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 service availability and system performance.
  • Analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot performance for large-scale distributed systems.

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of experience in building and maintaining high-reliability services.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with Java and a strong understanding of its intricacies.
  • Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and logical problem-solving.
  • Experience with cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with internal and external teams.
  • Passion for security, gaming, and safeguarding player experiences.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience with distributed systems development.
  • Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages.
  • Familiarity with tools like BigQuery, Splunk, or similar data analysis platforms.
  • Strong database development skills (MySQL, Oracle, Cassandra, etc.).
  • Knowledge of network and server security issues.
  • Passion for gaming and understanding of game features.

Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefit
  • eLearning and Education Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training & Development
  • To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week, and the length of the assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

If you're passionate about security and gaming and meet the qualifications for this position, we encourage you to apply today. Our recruitment team will guide you through the process and advocate for you every step of the way.

Application Deadline: 2/24/2025

Employer Details:

  • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
  • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
  • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
  • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
  • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.

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