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DC International

Operations Developer

Carrollton, TX · Remote

This is a remote position requiring full-time availability from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Central Time ... POSITION OVERVIEW DC International is seeking a Backend / Operations Developer who thrives in ...

eNett

Staff Software Engineer (AI & Backend)

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

This is a remote position; however, the candidate must reside within 30 miles of one of the ... Seattle, WA; and Portland, ME About the Team/Role We are seeking a seasoned Staff Software Engineer ...

WEX

Staff Software Engineer (AI & Backend)

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

This is a remote position; however, the candidate must reside within 30 miles of one of the ... Seattle, WA; and Portland, ME About the Team/Role We are seeking a seasoned Staff Software Engineer ...

Eitacies Inc

Python Full Stack Developer

Austin, TX · Remote

Benefits: * 401(k) Python Full Stack Developer Austin TX (Remote) We are looking for an engineer who enjoys working across both frontend and backend systems. This role heavily focuses on building web ...

Latech Apps

Junior Fullstack Developer

Texas City, TX · Remote

$57K - $74K/yr

Remote (United States) Job Type: Part-Time / Contract About Latech Apps Latech Apps develops modern ... Familiarity with at least one backend technology such as Node.js, Python, PHP, Java, or C#.

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What is a Remote Backend Game Developer?

A Remote Backend Game Developer is a software engineer who works from a remote location to design, build, and maintain the server-side components of video games. They are responsible for creating scalable systems that handle game logic, player data, multiplayer features, and real-time communication. These developers collaborate with frontend developers, game designers, and other team members to ensure seamless gameplay experiences for users around the world. Their work often involves programming in languages such as Java, Python, C#, or Node.js, and managing cloud infrastructures.

What are the typical collaboration methods for remote backend game developers working with cross-functional teams?

Remote backend game developers frequently collaborate with frontend developers, game designers, and QA teams through a mix of communication tools such as Slack, Jira, and version control platforms like Git. Regular video meetings and code reviews are common to ensure alignment on project goals, address technical challenges, and maintain code quality. Clear documentation and proactive communication are key to overcoming distance and time zone barriers, fostering a productive team environment and smooth project workflow.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Backend Game Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Backend Game Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages like Java, C#, or Python, along with experience in server-side architecture and database management. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure), game server frameworks, and version control systems like Git is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and clear communication are vital soft skills for effective remote collaboration and troubleshooting. These abilities ensure reliable, scalable game infrastructure and smooth integration with front-end systems, essential for delivering high-quality multiplayer gaming experiences.

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

AspectRemote Backend Game DeveloperRemote Frontend Game Developer
Required SkillsServer-side programming, database management, API developmentUI/UX design, client-side scripting, visual integration
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with server teams, cloud services, and databasesWorks closely with designers, artists, and client-side frameworks
Common Industry UsageDevelops game logic, multiplayer features, and data managementCreates user interfaces, menus, and visual elements

Remote Backend Game Developers focus on server-side systems, multiplayer functionality, and data management, while Remote Frontend Game Developers handle the visual and interactive aspects of games. Both roles are essential in game development, often working together remotely to deliver seamless gaming experiences.

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Senior Backend Rust Engineer - Twitter/X Style Infrastructure

Senior Backend Rust Engineer - Twitter/X Style Infrastructure

Travoom

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 20 hours ago

Job description

Company Description
OleOle
OleOle is building a global football super app combining social networking, messaging, live scores, short-form video, gambling, commerce, payments, translation, and mini programs into a single ecosystem focused entirely on football.
The vision is to create the first true "WeChat for football" - a platform where fans, clubs, brands, leagues, sportsbooks, creators, and merchants can communicate, transact, and engage directly inside one global environment.
Unlike traditional social media platforms, OleOle is built specifically for sports fans and designed around communication, real-time engagement, commerce, and community.
The platform combines elements of:
  • Twitter/X style social conversation
  • TikTok-style short-form video
  • WhatsApp-style messaging
  • live score platforms
  • programmable commerce
  • mini program ecosystems similar to WeChat

All integrated into a single football-first platform.
Core Platform Vision
OleOle is designed around several key ideas:
Communication First
Fans can communicate directly with:
  • clubs
  • brands
  • sportsbooks
  • creators
  • media companies
  • other fans

through follows, messaging, sharing, comments, and real-time translated conversations.
Mini Program Ecosystem
OleOle is building a mini program platform that allows brands and partners to launch experiences directly inside the platform without requiring fans to download separate applications.
Initial mini program categories include:
  • Games
  • News
  • Merchandise
  • Ticket Sales
  • VIP Hospitality
  • Gambling

Fans can:
  • follow or unfollow mini programs
  • communicate directly with brands
  • share mini programs with friends
  • receive translated content automatically

Brands can communicate directly with followers within platform communication limits designed to prevent spam and preserve user experience.
Real-Time Translation
A core component of the platform is AI-driven real-time translation across conversations, content, video, messaging, and mini programs.
The goal is to remove language barriers between global football fans and allow mini programs to operate across dozens of languages automatically.
This creates a global communication layer connecting fans, clubs, brands, and creators worldwide.
Wallet + Payments Infrastructure
OleOle includes an integrated Wallet ID and payment infrastructure powering:
  • commerce
  • rewards
  • gambling
  • digital collectibles
  • mini program transactions
  • creator payouts

The platform is designed around programmable commerce and frictionless fan engagement.
Technology Stack
OleOle is being built as a native Rust platform focused on:
  • scalability
  • performance
  • real-time communication
  • low-latency systems
  • global infrastructure
  • payments
  • social engagement
  • video delivery

The company is also building:
  • AI translation systems
  • football history AI infrastructure
  • developer platforms
  • mini program tooling
  • programmable payment rails

The Long-Term Vision
OleOle's long-term vision is to become the global operating system for football fans:
  • social networking
  • communication
  • commerce
  • gaming
  • gambling
  • content
  • ticketing
  • rewards
  • programmable fan experiences

all inside one interconnected ecosystem.
OleOle - Where Fans Kick Off
Job Description
Senior Rust Engineer - Microblogging & Social Feed Infrastructure
OleOle is building a global football super app combining social networking, messaging, live scores, short-form video, gambling, commerce, payments, translation, and mini programs into a single platform focused entirely on football fans worldwide.
We are looking for a senior Rust engineer to help architect and build the core microblogging and social feed infrastructure powering the platform.
This role is focused specifically on:
  • social feeds
  • timelines
  • follows
  • fan conversations
  • repost systems
  • engagement systems
  • notifications
  • trending systems
  • real-time communication
  • scalable social infrastructure

This is not a generic backend role.
The platform combines elements of:
  • Twitter/X
  • Bluesky
  • Reddit
  • WhatsApp
  • live score systems
  • real-time translated communication

inside a football-focused ecosystem.
Core Responsibilities
  • Design and build scalable social feed infrastructure
  • Architect timeline and follow systems
  • Build real-time fan conversation infrastructure
  • Design notification and engagement systems
  • Help architect distributed event-driven systems
  • Build scalable APIs for social interaction
  • Work on moderation and communication infrastructure
  • Help optimize systems for global scale and low latency
  • Collaborate with frontend, mobile, AI, and platform engineers

Technical Environment
OleOle is being built primarily in Rust.
Rust is a critical requirement for this role due to:
  • scale
  • concurrency
  • performance
  • low-latency communication
  • real-time interaction requirements

The platform architecture is expected to include:
  • Rust backend services
  • distributed systems
  • real-time messaging infrastructure
  • event-driven architecture
  • scalable APIs
  • social graph systems
  • notification infrastructure
  • AI translation systems
  • high-scale communication systems

What We're Building
OleOle's vision is to become the global operating system for football fans.
The platform combines:
  • social networking
  • messaging
  • short-form video
  • live scores
  • gambling
  • commerce
  • mini programs
  • AI translation
  • football history AI

inside one interconnected ecosystem.
A major focus of the platform is real-time translated communication between football fans globally.
Fans should be able to:
  • follow clubs and countries
  • communicate globally without language barriers
  • engage in live conversations
  • share content socially
  • receive real-time notifications and updates

Qualifications
Required Technical Experience
  • Strong Rust backend engineering experience
  • Experience designing scalable distributed systems
  • Experience building high-scale APIs
  • Experience with event-driven architecture
  • Experience building real-time systems
  • Strong understanding of concurrency and low-latency infrastructure
  • Experience designing scalable communication systems
  • Experience working with high-volume user engagement platforms
  • Strong understanding of backend performance optimization

Preferred Experience
Experience with one or more of the following is highly preferred:
  • Social feed infrastructure
  • Timeline systems
  • Follow/follower systems
  • Notification systems
  • Social graph infrastructure
  • Messaging systems
  • Real-time communication platforms
  • Distributed event systems
  • Trending or recommendation systems
  • Moderation infrastructure
  • Large-scale consumer platforms
  • High-concurrency backend systems

Ideal Backgrounds
This role may be a strong fit for engineers with experience related to:
  • Twitter/X
  • Bluesky
  • Reddit
  • Discord
  • Mastodon
  • Twitch chat systems
  • real-time messaging infrastructure
  • large-scale social engagement systems

Additional Preferred Skills
  • Experience with WebSockets or real-time streaming systems
  • Experience with scalable caching systems
  • Experience with distributed databases
  • Experience with pub/sub infrastructure
  • Experience with cloud-native infrastructure
  • Experience building globally distributed systems
  • Experience with AI-assisted moderation or translation systems
  • Experience working in startup environments
  • Interest in sports, football, or fan engagement products

Soft Skills
  • Strong product thinking
  • Ability to work independently in an early-stage startup environment
  • Comfortable helping shape architecture from the ground up
  • Comfortable operating with evolving product requirements
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Interest in ambitious long-term platform design

Compensation
Compensation is currently deferred until funding closes. Equity and token participation may be available for the right candidate.
Additional Information
Solutions not problems .
  • Creative problem solver who can courageously propose and support new ideas to our organization. Not interested in best practices, lets build something better!
  • Ability to adapt. An ideal candidate will welcome the opportunity to solve a broad range of problems using a wide array of technologies.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity, shifting priorities and general growing pains of an early-stage technology company
  • An exceptional entrepreneurial judgment that fosters independence over micro-management
  • Understanding of football and international sports a huge plus

Ole Ole is located in beautiful Austin Texas, however, this role requires some travel we are privately held and rapidly growing!

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