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Server Developer

11 Hours ago • All levels • Backend Development • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Snowprint Studios seeks a Server Developer to contribute to Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus. Responsibilities include developing and operating server-side features (game logic, infrastructure, live operations), building player-facing features (game modes, tournaments, chat, leaderboards), tackling technical challenges (real-time multiplayer, cheat detection), defining APIs, and integrating third-party services. The role involves collaboration with designers and client developers, workflow optimization, tool creation, and ownership of larger features. The ideal candidate possesses proficient Java/Kotlin coding skills, experience with live product operations, cloud services (AWS), and effective communication skills. A passion for games and a drive for creating excellent player experiences are essential.
Must have:
  • Proficient Java/Kotlin coding
  • Live product operation experience
  • AWS cloud services knowledge
  • Effective communication & collaboration
  • Passion for game development
Good to have:
  • Real-time multiplayer experience
  • Cheat detection expertise
  • Large-scale server architecture knowledge
  • Database management & optimization skills
  • Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus knowledge
Perks:
  • Profit-sharing bonus
  • Flexible work-from-home options
  • Dual setup equipment
  • Growth opportunities
  • Six weeks paid vacation

Job Details

Do you love turning big ideas into reality and building the systems that power unforgettable player experiences? Are you excited by the challenge of creating robust, scalable game servers that support a growing, engaged community?

Snowprint Studios is hiring a Server Developer for Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus. This is your opportunity to work with competent industry experts on a prestigious, multiple finalist and award winning* team and strategy game.

In this role, you'll be a key player in developing and operating the server-side features of Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus, focusing on game logic, infrastructure, and live operations. You’ll build player-facing features like new game modes, guild tournaments, chat, and leaderboards while tackling technical challenges such as real-time multiplayer, cheat detection, and content delivery. Working closely with designers and client developers, you’ll define APIs, structure data, and integrate third-party services to ensure smooth client-server communication.

Beyond development, you'll help optimize workflows, create tools that empower the team, and take ownership of larger features. As part of a small, agile team, you’ll work independently while contributing to shared technology across multiple live games.

At Snowprint Studios, we believe that kindness, curiosity, and a shared passion for making great games are what drive us forward.

At Snowprint, our games are built using Java running on AWS.

To succeed in this role, we think you have…

  • Proficient coding skills in Java or Kotlin with a focus on well-structured, high-quality code.

  • Experience operating live products, including infrastructure, build, and configuration management.

  • Knowledge of cloud-based services (we use AWS) and how to optimize for scalability.

  • The ability to work independently while communicating and collaborating effectively.

  • A curious mindset, always looking for ways to improve and innovate through sharing ideas and constructive feedback.

  • A passion for games and a drive to create the best possible player experience.


Nice to have:

  • Experience with real-time multiplayer, cheat detection, or large-scale server architectures.

  • Familiarity with database management and optimization for live games.

  • A curiosity for learning new technologies and a drive to improve processes.

  • A passion for strategy games and an understanding of player engagement mechanics.

  • Knowledge and passion of Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus



About Snowprint Studios

At Snowprint Studios, we believe that great games are created by talented, creative, and kind individuals working together in a friendly, inspiring environment. Since our founding in Stockholm in 2015, we’ve been on an exciting journey—launching our first game, Legend of Solgard, and expanding to Berlin in 2017 to grow our talented team. Today, we’re a 50 (ish)-person studio, split between our Stockholm and Berlin Studios, and we continue to push the boundaries of mobile gaming.

Perks & Benefits

Sharing Success
We believe great work should be rewarded. Our profit-sharing bonus program means that when we hit our goals, we all celebrate the wins together.

A Place to Thrive
Work from our brand-new studio locations in the heart of Mitte, Berlin or Södermalm, Stockholm, designed to inspire creativity and collaboration.

Flexibility that Works for You
We love having our team together in the office, while also understanding that life doesn't always fit with the location.That’s why we offer flexible work-from-home options to help you balance work and life.

Set Up for Success
Whether you're at home or in the studio, we provide all the equipment you need for a dual setup so you can work comfortably and efficiently.

Grow With Us
We encourage self-leadership, knowledge-sharing, and continuous development. If there’s a skill you want to learn or an area where you want to grow to create even better games, we’ll support you in making it happen.

Time to Recharge
We know that creativity thrives when you have time to rest. Enjoy six weeks of paid vacation to relax, recharge, and come back inspired.


For more information on Snowprint Studios, visit our website and be sure to follow us on our Socials. At Snowprint Studios, we embrace diversity both in the worlds we create and in our workplace. Join us in shaping the future of gaming!

* Pocket Gamer Awards 2022 winner ‘mobile game of the year’ and ‘best strategy game’

**Pocket Gamer Awards 2024 winner 'best game we are still playing’ and finalist 'best developer'


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About The Company

“We create rich experiences for the everyday gamer.”

Snowprint Studios is a collective of games industry veterans from the likes of King, DICE, Rovio, Unity, Zynga and elsewhere that is creating a new mid-core games category that brings together the old and the new, while tapping their combined skills to deliver well crafted mechanics, aesthetics, characters and more.

The company aims to take the gameplay experience to richer, deeper levels, while making mobile mid-core free-to-play games more approachable.

Snowprint was founded in 2015 and is based in Stockholm Sweden.

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