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Contractual Backend Game Developer Jobs in Illinois

Parts Town

Principal Backend Engineer (Remote)

Nauvoo, IL · On-site +1

$133K - $179K/yr

That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for ... Collaboration with frontend, DevOps, and data teams will be key to optimizing system performance.

Parts Town

Principal Backend Engineer (Remote)

Addison, IL · On-site +1

$133K - $179K/yr

That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for ... Collaboration with frontend, DevOps, and data teams will be key to optimizing system performance.

Hudson River Trading

Fullstack Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

They build backend processes to ingest and transform vast quantities of data, and UIs to visualize ... At HRT we're friends and colleagues - whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game ...

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL · On-site

$149 - $201/hr

That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL · On-site

$141K - $209K/yr

That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL

That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

Parts Town

Technical Manager, Engineering

Addison, IL

$141K - $209K/yr

That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for ... The Job at a Glance The Technical engineering Manager (Front-End/Back-End) is a dynamic leadership ...

SpotHero

Pricing Engineering Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Backend: Java, Python, Kotlin, Postgres * Frontend: React/Redux * DevOps: AWS, Kubernetes ... Career game changer - A truly unique experience to work for a fast-growing startup in a role with ...

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What is the difference between Contractual Backend Game Developer vs Contractual Frontend Game Developer?

AspectContractual Backend Game DeveloperContractual Frontend Game Developer
Primary ResponsibilitiesServer-side logic, database management, API developmentUI/UX implementation, client-side features, visual elements
Required SkillsProgramming languages like C++, Java, server frameworks, database skillsHTML, CSS, JavaScript, game engine UI tools
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with backend teams, server infrastructureWorks closely with designers, artists, and frontend teams
Industry UsageCommon in multiplayer and online gamesCommon in mobile and casual games with rich interfaces

Contractual Backend Game Developers focus on server-side systems, ensuring game data management and multiplayer functionality, while Contractual Frontend Game Developers handle the visual and interactive elements players see. Both roles require specialized skills and often work together to create seamless gaming experiences.

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Principal Backend Engineer (Hybrid work schedule)

Addison, IL • Hybrid

Parts Town
Transportation and Warehousing • 501 - 1,000 employees

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 425 rated retail wholesalers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

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Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

See What We’re All About
As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!
Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!
Perks
  • Parts Town Pride – check out our virtual tour and culture!
  • Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
  • Hybrid Work schedule
  • Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Monthly IT stipend
  • Casual dress code
  • On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
  • All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
 
 
The Job at a Glance
As a Principal Backend Engineer, you will design, architect, and optimize scalable microservices that power our eCommerce and enterprise platforms. You’ll drive backend architecture and ensure seamless integration across systems like commerce, CMS, ERP, PIM, and marketing. Championing best practices in modularization, API design, and event-driven architectures, you’ll leverage Node.js, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless technologies to create secure, high-performance services.
You’ll own backend engineering policies, CI/CD pipelines, and testing automation to ensure reliable deployments. As a technical leader, you'll define logging, observability, and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring high availability. Collaboration with frontend, DevOps, and data teams will be key to optimizing system performance. Mentoring engineers and contributing to architectural decisions will be central to your role. This position is ideal for someone with extensive experience in backend design and distributed systems.
A Typical Day
  • Backend Architecture: Design scalable, cloud-native microservices and ensure seamless interoperability between platforms (eCommerce, CMS, ERP, PIM, marketing)
  • Implementation & Best Practices: Leverage Node.js, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless technologies to build high-performance services. Advocate for modularization, API-first, event-driven architectures, and domain-driven design
  • Engineering Standards: Establish CI/CD practices, automated testing, and backend tooling standards. Drive adoption of best practices for service-to-service communication (REST, GraphQL, gRPC)
  • Operational Practices: Lead disaster recovery strategies, define observability and logging best practices, and drive automated testing strategies
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with frontend, DevOps, and data teams to optimize APIs, caching, and databases.
  • Mentor engineers and collaborate with other Principal Engineers to ensure engineering excellence
 
 
To Land This Opportunity
  • You have strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • You have 10+ years of experience in backend system design, eCommerce, and distributed applications
  • You’re an expert in Node.js, TypeScript, and cloud-native platforms (Azure preferred)
  • You‘re passionate and knowledgeable of databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis), microservices, event-driven architectures (Kafka, NATS), and API standards (REST, GraphQL)
  • You possess experience with unit, integration, and contract testing (Jest, Mocha, Pact) and CI/CD (Terraform, Pulumi)
  • You are a familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), serverless computing, Kubernetes, and containerization
  • You have proven ability to mentor engineers and collaborate across teams.
 
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