Senior Server Programmer (Steel Hunters)

1 Month ago • 4-8 Years • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Server Programmer for Steel Hunters, a new free-to-play mech shooter game, you'll design and build scalable, robust backend systems using Unreal Engine 5. Responsibilities include designing microservice architectures, gathering requirements, leading junior colleagues, developing deployment infrastructure, and collaborating with game developers and DevOps engineers. You'll work on systems supporting matchmaking, leaderboards, in-game economies, and real-time player interactions. The role requires proficiency in Kotlin, Spring Boot (or alternatives), RDBMS, NoSQL databases, and real-time communication protocols.
Must have:
  • Kotlin Proficiency
  • Microservice architecture experience
  • RDBMS & NoSQL experience
  • Real-time communication protocols
  • Test-driven development
  • Scalable system delivery
Good to have:
  • Unreal Engine experience
Perks:
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Additional paid time off
  • Sick leave compensation
  • Maternity/Paternity leave
  • Career development opportunities
  • Language courses
  • Meal card contribution
  • Public transportation allowance
  • Premium healthcare
  • Mental well-being program
  • Multisport
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal gaming account
  • Snacks in the office
  • Company events
  • Seniority awards
  • Referral program

Job Details

Job Overview

Join the Steel Hunters team, the newly announced free-to-play mech shooter game, by Wargaming, one of the biggest publishers of free-to-play games in the world.
 
This strategic and tactical game in Unreal Engine 5, blends mech hero combat with Battle Royale and Extraction gameplay in a rich, futuristic setting, where players fight over a rare resource called Starfall. Each Hunter comes with its own abilities and progression paths, setting the stage for intense, memorable battles. For more information: https://www.youtube.com/@SteelHuntersOfficial

As a Senior Server Programmer, you will design and build scalable and robust systems that enable and support our new free-to-play game in Unreal Engine.  

Reports to

You will report to the Lead Backend Engineer. 

What will you do?

  • Design and build scalable and robust systems that enable and support our game 
  • Gather and analyze requirements together with other stakeholders 
  • Lead and mentor junior colleagues 
  • Help develop deployment infrastructure 
  • Work together with game developers, DevOps engineers, and producers 

What are we looking for?

  • Hands-on experience in designing and developing microservice architectures to produce scalable, maintainable backend systems 
  • Kotlin Proficiency, including familiarity with Spring Boot and/or its alternatives 
  • Good understanding of RDBMS, NoSQL databases 
  • Experience with real-time communication protocols (WebSockets, gRPC etc), and message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ etc)
  • Experience with test-driven development with a high level of quality 
  • Experience in developing game backend architectures (state management, real-time player interactions, high load); systems that support matchmaking, leaderboards, and in-game economies etc 
  • Independent, analytical and a high level of ownership 
  • Successfully delivered highly scalable systems into production 
  • Strong communication skills in English 

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Experience with Unreal Engine.  

Work mode

Hybrid (2-3 days of work from the office)

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Prague include:

  • 5 weeks of Annual Leave per calendar year
  • Additional paid time off 
  • Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity & Paternity Leave Benefits  
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • Language courses (English, Czech) fully covered by the company upon Manager’s approval.
  • Meal card contribution
  • Public transportation allowance
  • Premium private healthcare
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Multisport Employee discounts
  • Personal Gaming Account 
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • Company events
  • Seniority Awards  
  • Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward  
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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About The Company

Wargaming is a company with a rich history and a bright future. Founded in 1998, we have grown from a small team of passionate gamers into a global leader in the gaming industry. Our focus has always been on creating immersive and engaging experiences for our players, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of gaming.


But our success is not just limited to our games. We are also committed to giving back to the community and making a positive impact on the world. We have established a number of initiatives to support education, technology, and the arts, and we are always looking for new ways to make a difference.


So if you are a talented and ambitious individual looking to make a real impact in the gaming industry, Wargaming is the place for you. Join us, and be a part of something truly special. 

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