Senior Backend Developer

  • Hungrigames
  • City, Belfast
  • 11/05/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications Java SQL

Job Description

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract

What You'll Do

Design and implement scalable backend systems to support real-time multiplayer features

Develop APIs and services that interact with game clients, databases, and third-party platforms

Optimize server performance, latency, and data flow for mobile games

Collaborate closely with frontend, game design, and live ops teams

Ensure secure, maintainable, and well-documented backend code

Support live game operations, including debugging and performance monitoring

Contribute to architectural decisions and backend tech stack evolution

Who You Are

5+ years of experience in backend development (preferably in gaming or high-scale applications)

Proficient in server-side languages like Node.js, Go, Java, or similar

Experienced with cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) and database systems (SQL/NoSQL)

Familiar with real-time data systems, matchmaking, or multiplayer logic

Strong understanding of system architecture, APIs, and microservices

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindset

Passionate about games and building systems that scale to millions of users