Jam City, Inc.JI

Backend Server Engineer

Jam City is an award-winning mobile entertainment company that develops unique and deeply engaging games for a global audience, known for titles like 'Cookie Jam' and 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery'.

Jam City, Inc.

Employee count: 501-1000

United States only
We are looking for a talented Backend Server Engineer to join our dynamic backend team to build large, scalable services that are the foundation of the games. The team is responsible for the game configuration system that allows for over-the-air, reactive changes to every aspect of the game without needing to deploy a new binary. Other key systems include: leaderboards, PVP matchmaking, business intelligence systems and engaging social features.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Takes ownership of features/bugs/issues from conception to run in production.
  • Develops code that is performant, easy to maintain by others and works as intended.
  • Collaborates with all of the game teams including client engineers, game designers, support, and analytics. Your input is highly valued to improve game quality or offer alternatives to meet timelines.
  • Eager to learn new things especially if it solves hard problems or improves the quality of life for a team. There are many exciting cool technologies being evaluated at Jam City including leveraging ML to design new levels and auto-tuning goal requirements/economy.

QUAILFICATIONS

  • Passionate and self-driven! We love engineers who tackle difficult issues and provide innovative, performant solutions!
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Proficient in Python, Java, or similar languages.
  • Understanding of performance implications of caching, networking, storage, and concurrency.
  • Knowledge of web service technologies (e.g. Linux, MySQL, AWS, NoSQL, Django) and best practices.
  • Strong background in computer science concepts: OOP, algorithms and data structures.
  • BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or similar experience.
  • Remote work OK -- must be willing to work PST hours.

NICE TO HAVE

  • Has worked in a team with experience in large-scale, high-performance distributed software.
  • Has experience in mobile gaming, video game industry.
  • Has experience with real-time multiplayer features and their networking requirements.
  • Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Loves playing video/board games.

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At Jam City, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing mobile entertainment through groundbreaking technology and creative excellence. Our journey began in 2010, co-founded by Josh Yguado, Chris DeWolfe, and Aber Whitcomb, with a vision to connect the world through unique and deeply engaging mobile games. We pride ourselves on being a creative powerhouse, developing some of the highest-grossing and most enduring mobile games that captivate tens of millions of players globally. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our approach to game development, where we leverage cutting-edge data science and audience insights to craft immersive, narrative-rich experiences. This has allowed us to generate over $4 billion in aggregate lifetime bookings and achieve nearly 1.5 billion game downloads across our diverse portfolio.

Our technological advancements extend to key areas like storytelling and data analytics, enabling us to create high-quality games designed for long-term engagement and revenue generation. We've successfully partnered with major Hollywood studios like Universal, Disney, and Warner Bros. Games to bring iconic entertainment brands to life on mobile platforms. A prime example of our innovative prowess is the popular RPG game 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery,' which quickly became the #1 game in over 40 countries upon its launch and has since generated over $500 million in bookings. Similarly, our original franchises like 'Cookie Jam' and 'Panda Pop' have achieved phenomenal success, with 'Cookie Jam' alone generating over $1 billion in lifetime bookings. We continually explore new frontiers, such as the launch of an AI tool for generating video snippets and venturing into the blockchain gaming space with titles like 'Champions: Ascension,' aiming to create immersive metaverse experiences. With nine studios strategically located across the United States, Canada, South America, and Europe, our global team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of mobile gaming and delivering unparalleled entertainment to a worldwide audience.

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