[HN] Senior Software Engineer (Back-end)

4 Months ago • 2 Years + • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

This Senior Software Engineer (Back-end) role in Hanoi, Vietnam involves designing and developing backend services, systems, and platforms for gaming products. Responsibilities include writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code, building reusable libraries and tools, analyzing requirements, developing high-performance features, troubleshooting issues, optimizing system performance, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and developing supporting utilities. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in web technologies and security, a solid foundation in computer science, proficiency in programming languages (Python, Node.js, C++, Go, or Java), experience with Linux environments, multi-threaded programming, web servers, and network protocols, and a passion for gaming. Bonus points for project management and leadership experience.
Must have:
  • Design & develop backend services
  • Write clean, efficient code
  • Analyze requirements, develop features
  • Troubleshoot, optimize performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Proficient in Python, Node.js, C++, Go, or Java
  • Experience with Linux, multi-threaded programming
Good to have:
  • Project management experience
  • Leadership capabilities
Perks:
  • Impactful & Challenging Work
  • Opportunities for Growth
  • Vibrant Culture
  • Autonomy
  • Competitive Package
  • Modern facilities, office perks, and medical benefits

Job Details

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

  • Code for the win: Design and develop backend services, systems, and platforms that power our gaming products and elevate the player experience. 
  • Craft quality gameplay: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while building reusable libraries and tools. 
  • Stay on the leaderboard: Analyze requirements and develop high-performance features tailored to product needs. 
  • Optimize the grind: Continuously identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and improve system stability and performance. 
  • Build for teamwork: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust features. 
  • Unlock new tools: Develop supporting utilities and systems to streamline operations and enhance development efficiency.
Job Requirements

What Makes You a Pro:

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. 
  • Experience: 2+ years in web technologies and security, with hands-on experience in gaming-related industries a plus. 
  • Technical Expertise: 
    • Solid foundation in Computer Science (data structures, algorithms, operating systems, networks, databases). 
    • Proficient in programming languages like Python, Node.js, C++, Go, or Java. 
    • Skilled in Linux environments, multi-threaded programming, and web servers (e.g., Apache, NGINX, HAProxy). 
    • Understanding of network protocols (TCP, UDP, HTTP) and experience with distributed systems. Mindset & Soft Skills: - Passion for gaming, innovation, and solving complex problems with code. 
    • Proactive, detail-oriented, with a “Can Do” attitude and strong multitasking abilities. - Quick learner with excellent communication and team collaboration skills. 
    • Bonus: Project management experience and leadership capabilities.

What We Offer 

  • Impactful & Challenging Work: Join a dynamic environment where your contributions can shape the gaming experiences of millions. 
  • Opportunities for Growth: Embark on a journey of personal and professional development across various business tracks. 
  • Vibrant Culture: Connect with like-minded individuals in a lively and inclusive workplace, where we work hard and play hard. 
  • Autonomy: Take charge of your projects and make your mark on the gaming industry. 
  • Competitive Package: Enjoy competitive salaries, modern facilities, office perks, and medical benefits. 

 

*APPLICATION FORM GUIDANCE: 

Please help to submit your job application package with the documents as 

  1. Your CV 
  2. The Garena Application Form (You can download the file in the link below, fill in and upload with your CV): https://tinyurl.com/2pv2p4kj 

If you’re ready to take your engineering career to the next level and contribute to unforgettable gaming experiences, apply now and let’s create the future of gaming together!

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