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Backend Developer Level 2

On-site
  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Game Technology

Job description

 Games Global is in search for a talented and motivated Backend Developer to join our team. As a Backend Developer on our team, you will be   responsible for assisting in the development of a product that enables the delivery and integration of third-party games into our Software   Development Life Cycle (SDLC). 

 Your primary focus will be building scalable and reliable backend solutions using .NET Core on AWS infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in backend development, game integration, and cloud-based architectures.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Backend Development: Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining backend solutions to enable the delivery and integration of third-party games into our SDLC using .NET Core and AWS services.
  • Game Delivery: Support the development of systems and APIs to facilitate the ingestion and processing of game assets, metadata, and configuration files from third-party providers.
  • Game Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate third-party games with our Remote Gaming Servers (RGS), ensuring smooth deployment and compatibility.
  • SDLC Integration: Contribute to the integration of game delivery and deployment processes into our SDLC, enabling efficient testing, validation, and release workflows.
  • Security and Compliance: Assist in implementing security measures to protect game assets, data, and infrastructure. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Performance Optimization: Identify areas for performance improvement within the backend infrastructure, assisting in optimizing game delivery and integration processes.
  • Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Collaborate with senior developers to investigate and resolve technical issues related to game delivery and integration, providing support and solutions as needed.
  • API Development: Assist in the design and development of robust and scalable APIs to enable communication between the game delivery platform and other systems within the SDLC.
  • System Architecture: Work with the team to understand and contribute to the design and implementation of scalable and reliable backend architectures on AWS, ensuring security, scalability, and performance.
  • Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including game providers, product managers, frontend developers, and DevOps engineers, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of games.

Job requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum 5 years solid understanding of backend development concepts and familiarity with .NET Core and C#.
  • Exposure to RESTful API development and integration.
  • Basic knowledge of AWS services and infrastructure, such as EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and RDS.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based architectures and best practices is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a passion for learning and growing in backend development.
  • Basic understanding of database concepts and SQL or NoSQL databases.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices is advantageous.
  • Experience with version control systems, such as Git, is a plus.
  • Good collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality code.


Equal Opportunities Statement

Games Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected status. Our dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected across all our teams. Join us, and be a part of an organisation that is truly committed to creating a level playing field for everyone.


Kindly be aware that in order to be employed at Games Global, you need to be 18 years of age or older, in accordance with our industry requirements.


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