Senior Software Engineer - Backend (Java)

1 Month ago • 4-8 Years • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer (Java) at EFG, you'll participate in the full software development lifecycle, designing and developing distributed APIs and scheduled procedures within a large microservices environment. You'll solve complex technical issues, work with Java, Golang, GCP, Kubernetes, and contribute to team meetings and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include code design, using design patterns, writing technical specifications, and developing documentation. Experience with Java, Spring Framework, RESTful/gRPC APIs, NoSQL databases, and Docker/Kubernetes is essential.
Must have:
  • Java and Spring Framework experience
  • Microservices environment experience
  • API design (RESTful/gRPC)
  • Async communication understanding
  • SOLID/DRY principles adherence
  • Testing in-depth understanding
Good to have:
  • Golang/Go knowledge
  • Passion for esports
  • NoSQL database experience
  • Docker/Kubernetes experience

Job Details

Description

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay, where players and fans become a community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that “IT’S NOT GG, UNTIL IT’S GG FOR ALL”. Our passion, craft, and DNA are aligned to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events, and holistic ecosystems through our millions of players, fans, and heroes, as well as through our people, and culture.

About FACEIT

With more than 25m users playing 30m matches every month FACEIT is the leading competitive gaming platform. We provide gamers the best experience possible by making sure we are always on top of our tech – and continue to deliver industry-leading features to our already awesome platform!

The Team

The goal of the Technology team is to establish the best tech platform in the gaming industry. They oversee all product-related technology within EFG, including scouting for innovative tech solutions, designing architectural frameworks, implementing best practices, devising effective tech strategies, fostering partnerships, and implementing seamless integrations.

Our Backend Engineers take full responsibility for the design and build of our distributed APIs and microservices and are currently working on some amazing new features. Our tech stack is based around Java, Golang, GCP, Microservices, Kubernetes – and much more! This is the perfect role for a Java developer looking to gain more experience in Golang/Go.

What you will do:

  • Participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle including planning, technical design, construction, peer reviews, documentation, testing and deployment;
  • Design and develop distributed APIs and scheduled procedures;
  • Solve complex technical requirements or issues by leading analysis and development;
  • Work with the latest tools and continually learn and develop your skillset;
  • Contribute to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms;
  • Develop any required proof-of-concept work as part of the technical design process;
  • Be responsible for the Code Level Design, Organisation of code, use of patterns for the successful implementation of a solution;
  • Ability to clearly write technical and solution design specifications;
  • Support users by developing documentation and assistance tools.

Requirements

  • Current commercial experience with Java and Spring Framework on large scalable projects;
  • Ability to design amazing distributed APIs and scheduled procedures;
  • Experience working within a large Microservices environment;
  • Excellent knowledge of RESTful/gRPC or APIs;
  • Good understanding of Async communication;
  • A passion for video games and esports is a plus;
  • Proven experience working with NoSQL databases would be great;
  • Ability to follow SOLID or DRY principles;
  • Experience with Docker or Kubernetes;
  • In-depth understanding of testing;
  • Previous experience working on large complex applications;
  • Basic knowledge of Golang/Go.

Nice to have:

  • A passion for video games and esports is a plus;
  • Desire to learn new technologies and frameworks;
  • Good communication skills;
  • You are fast and reliable;
  • Able to work independently;
  • Be a proactive learner.

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About The Company

The ESL FACEIT Group is the leading competitive games and esports company.


We help brands embrace the youth culture phenomenon of our times. Through exposure and authentic activation, we enable brands to engage the notoriously hard-to-reach global youth audiences capable of driving their growth today and tomorrow.


At EFG we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. The company is built on the great legacy of the world-renowned ESL, FACEIT and DreamHack brands.


We harness this legacy to further innovate and develop the esports and gaming landscape worldwide. Working with our developer, publisher, brand, and media partners, we deliver products that accelerate gaming culture and make gamer communities come together.


Join us on the journey as we help gaming communities thrive by creating worlds beyond gameplay that unite players, fans, and creators around the esports and games they love.

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