Boca Raton, FL · On-site
In this role, you will work closely with game designers, mathematicians, and front-end developers to bring new slot games from concept to production. You'll be designing and developing the backend ...
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Boca Raton, FL · On-site
In this role, you will work closely with game designers, mathematicians, and front-end developers to bring new slot games from concept to production. You'll be designing and developing the backend ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$133K - $179K/yr
Responsibilities : • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS • ... Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$133K - $179K/yr
Responsibilities : • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS • ... Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$128K - $165K/yr
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment, known for its engaging games. They are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to design and support back-end services, develop new technologies, and ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$128K - $165K/yr
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment, known for its engaging games. They are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to design and support back-end services, develop new technologies, and ...
... Game Developer to build a highly scalable, wildly engaging 2D sports-themed educational game. Think ... You will leverage AI tools to help build complex, highly scalable backend systems from scratch.
... Game Developer to build a highly scalable, wildly engaging 2D sports-themed educational game. Think ... You will leverage AI tools to help build complex, highly scalable backend systems from scratch.
Chicago, IL · On-site
$139K - $186K/yr
Responsibilities : • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS • ... Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$139K - $186K/yr
Responsibilities : • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS • ... Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on ...
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
In this role, you will work closely with game designers, mathematicians, and front-end developers to bring new slot games from concept to production. You'll be designing and developing the backend ...
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
In this role, you will work closely with game designers, mathematicians, and front-end developers to bring new slot games from concept to production. You'll be designing and developing the backend ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$133K - $179K/yr
Responsibilities : • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS • ... Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$133K - $179K/yr
Responsibilities : • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS • ... Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$134K - $172K/yr
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment, known for its diverse game portfolio that connects players worldwide. They are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to design and support back-end ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$134K - $172K/yr
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment, known for its diverse game portfolio that connects players worldwide. They are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to design and support back-end ...
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
What You'll Work On • Designing and building backend services that power online slot games • ... alongside developers, QA, and product teams What We're Looking For • Strong C# development ...
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
What You'll Work On • Designing and building backend services that power online slot games • ... alongside developers, QA, and product teams What We're Looking For • Strong C# development ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1
$190K - $285K/yr
As a Staff Services Engineer for teamLFG, you will design and build the core services that take our ... Build and maintain production-quality backend game services * Collaborate daily with a cross ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1
$190K - $285K/yr
As a Staff Services Engineer for teamLFG, you will design and build the core services that take our ... Build and maintain production-quality backend game services * Collaborate daily with a cross ...
$190K - $285K/yr
As a Staff Services Engineer for teamLFG, you will design and build the core services that take our ... Build and maintain production-quality backend game services * Collaborate daily with a cross ...
$190K - $285K/yr
As a Staff Services Engineer for teamLFG, you will design and build the core services that take our ... Build and maintain production-quality backend game services * Collaborate daily with a cross ...
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Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools * Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities * Self ... Why Game Plan Tech? Join a dynamic and growing team at Game Plan Tech, dedicated to empowering ...
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Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools * Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities * Self ... Why Game Plan Tech? Join a dynamic and growing team at Game Plan Tech, dedicated to empowering ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$129K - $178K/yr
Game developers complete against all other forms of entertainment for attention from players, and ... A foundational component of most multiplayer games are backend game severs which bring multiple ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$129K - $178K/yr
Game developers complete against all other forms of entertainment for attention from players, and ... A foundational component of most multiplayer games are backend game severs which bring multiple ...
$388K - $619K/yr
Building the Backbone of Netflix Gaming Games Systems is the backend team building and operating the foundational services that power the Games Developer Platform and the infrastructure supporting ...
$388K - $619K/yr
Building the Backbone of Netflix Gaming Games Systems is the backend team building and operating the foundational services that power the Games Developer Platform and the infrastructure supporting ...
$388K - $619K/yr
Building the Backbone of Netflix Gaming Games Systems is the backend team building and operating the foundational services that power the Games Developer Platform and the infrastructure supporting ...
OR · On-site
$122K - $161K/yr
Build and maintain production-quality backend game orchestration services, including dynamic ... internal developer experience * Effectively write clear, concise, and accurate technical ...
$388K - $619K/yr
Building the Backbone of Netflix Gaming Games Systems is the backend team building and operating the foundational services that power the Games Developer Platform and the infrastructure supporting ...
$388K - $619K/yr
Building the Backbone of Netflix Gaming Games Systems is the backend team building and operating the foundational services that power the Games Developer Platform and the infrastructure supporting ...
OR · On-site
$388K - $558K/yr
Experience integrating 2D or 3D game assets into mobile experiences Experience building developer ... Build backend services for game discovery, user state, achievements, and session management, with a ...
$388K - $558K/yr
... developer-friendly. * You have genuine curiosity about the game development problem space. The ... Build backend services for game discovery, user state, achievements, and session management, with a ...
$388K - $558K/yr
... developer-friendly. * You have genuine curiosity about the game development problem space. The ... Build backend services for game discovery, user state, achievements, and session management, with a ...
$388K - $619K/yr
Building the Backbone of Netflix Gaming Games Systems is the backend team building and operating the foundational services that power the Games Developer Platform and the infrastructure supporting ...
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To thrive as a Backend Game Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages such as C#, Java, or Python, a deep understanding of server architecture, and proficiency in database management. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), RESTful APIs, and real-time networking frameworks is often expected, while experience with tools like Docker or Kubernetes can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities ensure the efficient development, deployment, and maintenance of scalable and reliable game server systems that power online multiplayer experiences.
A typical day for a Backend Game Developer involves designing and implementing game server features, troubleshooting server issues, optimizing code for performance, and collaborating with front-end developers, designers, and QA teams to ensure seamless gameplay experiences. You might participate in daily stand-up meetings, review code, address bug reports, and work on scaling server infrastructure for new features or increased player loads. The role often requires balancing new development with ongoing support and maintenance, keeping communication open with cross-functional teams. This varied and dynamic environment allows for both technical growth and creative problem-solving.
A Backend Game Developer is responsible for building and maintaining the server-side of a game, ensuring smooth multiplayer functionality, database management, and game logic processing. They work with technologies like databases, cloud services, and networking protocols to handle player interactions, matchmaking, and game state persistence. Their role is essential for scalability, security, and performance, enabling seamless gameplay experiences across various platforms.
Full-time
Posted 18 days ago
Build the systems behind high-performance online games.
We are looking for a C# Backend Developer who enjoys building clean, scalable services that power real-time gaming platforms. In this role, you will work closely with game designers, mathematicians, and front-end developers to bring new slot games from concept to production.
You’ll be designing and developing the backend services that power gameplay, ensuring reliability, performance, and smooth delivery through a modern development environment.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, writing elegant code, and collaborating across creative and technical teams.
What You’ll Work On
• Designing and building backend services that power online slot games
• Developing scalable algorithms and service tools that support gameplay and platform performance
• Collaborating with game designers and mathematicians to translate game logic into backend systems
• Writing clean, maintainable, well-documented C# code
• Improving internal development processes and backend architecture
• Participating in peer code reviews and architectural discussions
• Supporting game delivery through regulatory submission processes
• Working within an Agile environment alongside developers, QA, and product teams
What We’re Looking For
• Strong C# development experience and solid understanding of object-oriented design
• Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable code
• Experience working in collaborative Agile development environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical and creative teams
• Self-motivated problem solver who enjoys learning new technologies
Preferred Experience
• 5+ years of experience with C#, .NET, and Web API development
• Experience with asynchronous programming and multithreading
• Familiarity with SQL and data modeling
• Experience with Git / GitLab workflows
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or microservices architecture is a plus
• Experience in gaming or interactive entertainment is a plus but not required
Why This Role Is Interesting
• Work directly on real gaming products played by thousands of users
• Collaborate with designers, mathematicians, and engineers to bring games to life
• Opportunity to influence backend architecture and development processes
• Work in a creative industry where engineering meets entertainment
Build the systems behind high-performance online games.
We are looking for a C# Backend Developer who enjoys building clean, scalable services that power real-time gaming platforms. In this role, you will work closely with game designers, mathematicians, and front-end developers to bring new slot games from concept to production.
You’ll be designing and developing the backend services that power gameplay, ensuring reliability, performance, and smooth delivery through a modern development environment.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, writing elegant code, and collaborating across creative and technical teams.
What You’ll Work On
• Designing and building backend services that power online slot games
• Developing scalable algorithms and service tools that support gameplay and platform performance
• Collaborating with game designers and mathematicians to translate game logic into backend systems
• Writing clean, maintainable, well-documented C# code
• Improving internal development processes and backend architecture
• Participating in peer code reviews and architectural discussions
• Supporting game delivery through regulatory submission processes
• Working within an Agile environment alongside developers, QA, and product teams
What We’re Looking For
• Strong C# development experience and solid understanding of object-oriented design
• Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable code
• Experience working in collaborative Agile development environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical and creative teams
• Self-motivated problem solver who enjoys learning new technologies
Preferred Experience
• 5+ years of experience with C#, .NET, and Web API development
• Experience with asynchronous programming and multithreading
• Familiarity with SQL and data modeling
• Experience with Git / GitLab workflows
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or microservices architecture is a plus
• Experience in gaming or interactive entertainment is a plus but not required
Why This Role Is Interesting
• Work directly on real gaming products played by thousands of users
• Collaborate with designers, mathematicians, and engineers to bring games to life
• Opportunity to influence backend architecture and development processes
• Work in a creative industry where engineering meets entertainment
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