Senior Software Back-End Engineer

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Onward Search is seeking a Senior Back-End Service Engineer to join a dynamic, multi-studio gaming platform organization. This role involves designing, developing, and enhancing scalable e-commerce services supporting millions of global users. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, providing technical guidance, and ensuring reliable live services. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in back-end service development with a strong Java focus and expertise in high-concurrency live services, security best practices, and relational databases. This is a full-time, long-term, hybrid/remote opportunity based in Irvine, CA.
Must have:
  • 5+ years Java back-end development experience
  • Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals
  • Experience with high-concurrency live services
  • Relational database proficiency (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
  • Experience with Spring Framework
  • AWS experience (CodeDeploy, SQS, Lambdas)
Good to have:
  • NoSQL experience (MongoDB)
  • Front-end development knowledge (Node.js, Reactor)
Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • eLearning and 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 excited to partner with a dynamic, multi-studio gaming platform organization to hire a Senior Back-End Service Engineer who will contribute to powering immersive gaming experiences for millions of users. This full-time, long-term opportunity offers flexibility with a hybrid/remote work setup based in Irvine, CA.

About the Role:
As a Senior Back-End Service Engineer, you’ll join the Online Products team, where you’ll design, develop, and enhance scalable e-commerce services that support a global gaming community. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with talented teams, and make a direct impact on the gaming experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and modify e-commerce services to support millions of global users.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and scalability.
  • Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot performance across critical environments.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to product, design, and quality assurance teams.
  • Ensure reliable live services for game teams and platform partners.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in developing back-end services, with a strong focus on Java.
  • Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithmsdata structures, and design patterns.
  • Experience with high-concurrency live services, and expertise in implementing security best practices.
  • Familiarity with various API design styles (RPC, REST, GraphQL) and microservices/n-tier architectures.
  • Proficiency with relational databases such as OraclePostgreSQL, or MySQL.
  • Experience in software testing practices and a clear understanding of their impact on product development.
  • Experience with the Spring Framework and integrating services across teams.
  • Familiarity with server infrastructure, particularly in AWS (e.g., CodeDeploy, SQS, Lambdas).
  • Experience with NoSQL solutions like MongoDB.
  • Knowledge of front-end development with React or Node.js.

Perks & Benefits:

  • MedicalDental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • eLearning and Education Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and have a minimum assignment length of 10 weeks.

If you're ready to make an impact in the gaming industry and meet the qualifications for this Senior Back-End Service Engineer role, apply today.

The application deadline is 3/7/2025.

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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