Job Detail

Backend Developer - Web/Game Infrastructure

Web Development Full–time
ID: #1198
Posted: 2026-03-19
Salary

Description

We’re seeking a seasoned Backend Developer with a proven track record in building scalable and robust architectures, and an instinctive understanding of how to deliver seamless digital experiences. You will work closely with the game team and technical leads to create and explore new and exciting backend services, working on groundbreaking projects with cutting-edge technologies. Specifically, you will be implementing and optimising microservices for a high-traffic, digital platform. Key Responsibilities • Work closely with the Technical team to design and develop scalable and robust microservices. • Collaborate with the wider technical teams/ partners to design and develop data models, APIs, and integration patterns. • Delivering high-performance, secure, and maintainable backend services through technical innovation, creative thinking, and efficient working practices. • Proactive problem-solving skills accompanied by excellent communication skills to express ideas and reasoning to key stakeholders and the team. • Work closely with the production team to inform the project timelines and manage deployments. • Documenting learnings and insights, and providing key technical limitations and concerns to the wider team. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience with monolithic and microservice architecture at a large scale. • Proficiency in Javascript / C# and a deep understanding of relevant frameworks and libraries. • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes). • Strong understanding of database design and development, with experience in relational (e.g. MySQL) and non relational (e.g. MongoDB) databases, • Experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL. • Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, networking) and a proven ability to apply them in creating high-quality, scalable backend systems. • Excellent communicator, team player, and effective problem solver. Nice to Have • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS) and containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes). • Experience with security best practices for backend development. ABOUT PRELOADED We are a BAFTA-winning games studio inventing new ways to play for everyone. We harness the power of play to create the experiences of tomorrow. Founded in 2000, PRELOADED believes that play, in all contexts and for all audiences, has the potential to impact our world positively. As a cross-disciplinary team of artists, designers, play specialists, and creative technologists, we are united by this shared mission - what we call Play with Purpose®. Together, we craft a diverse range of playful experiences. We help organisations, brands, and institutions engage next-generation audiences and collaborate with technology platforms to imagine the future of play. Learn more about the studio here: https://preloaded.com/the-studio

Hard Skills 11
Skill Source Confidence
Microservices llm_hard
100%
RESTful APIs llm_hard
100%
MySQL llm_hard
100%
Database Design llm_hard
100%
MongoDB llm_hard
100%
GraphQL llm_hard
100%
Docker llm_hard
100%
Kubernetes llm_hard
100%
JavaScript llm_hard
100%
Azure (Microsoft) llm_hard
90%
AWS (Amazon Web Services) llm_hard
90%
Soft Skills 6
Skill Source Confidence
Cross-Functional Communication llm_soft
100%
Technical Writing llm_soft
100%
Teamwork llm_soft
100%
Collaboration llm_soft
100%
Problem-Solving llm_soft
100%
Written Communication llm_soft
80%
Apply Options
Publisher Direct Link
LinkedIn No Apply
BeBee No Apply
Hiredock No Apply
Flexionis No Apply
Taskium.42web.io No Apply
LinkedIn No Apply
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