Senior Software Back-End Engineer

3 Days ago • 5 Years + • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Onward Search is partnering with a multi-studio gaming platform to hire a Senior Back-End Service Engineer. This full-time, long-term, hybrid/remote role (based in Irvine, CA) involves designing, developing, and enhancing scalable e-commerce services for a global gaming community. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring performance, providing technical guidance, and ensuring reliable live services. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in back-end service development using Java, strong computer science fundamentals, experience with high-concurrency live services, and proficiency with relational databases and the Spring Framework. Familiarity with AWS and NoSQL solutions is also desired.
Must have:
  • 5+ years Java back-end development experience
  • Strong computer science fundamentals
  • High-concurrency live services expertise
  • Relational database proficiency (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
  • Spring Framework experience
  • API design (RPC, REST, GraphQL) knowledge
  • Microservices/n-tier architecture experience
  • Software testing practices understanding
Good to have:
  • AWS experience (CodeDeploy, SQS, Lambdas)
  • NoSQL solutions (MongoDB) experience
  • Front-end development (React, Node.js) knowledge
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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