Senior Backend Developer (Remote)

Torn Banner Studios logo
Posted 13 December 2022
Salary Negotiable
LocationToronto
Job type Permanent
DisciplineProgramming
Reference18455
Contact NamePaul Walker

Job description

We’re working with Torn Banner Studios as they look to add a talented Senior Backend Developer to the team responsible for creating Chivalry: Medieval Warfare 2, the sequel to their multi-million selling title Chivalry.

Torn Banner are a close-knit independent video game studio of around eighty developers based in Toronto and they love creating innovative experiences that focus on challenge and fun.

As a Senior Backend Developer at Torn Banner, you will be responsible for the implementation of new features as well as debugging and optimizing existing ones. In addition, you will be collaborating closely with team members from other departments.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role…
  • 5 or more years professional video game programming experience
  • Proficiency with Javascript and SQL as a minimum, with additional experience in other backend languages
  • Working experience with AWS, Azure or other cloud service providers
  • Experience with matchmaking, analytics, and authentication systems
  • Understanding of micro-services architecture
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • High degree of self-motivation and initiative-taking
  • Understanding and passion for video games
  • Predilection and the ability to take on research and self-education
It's a bonus if you have…
  • A B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, equivalent degree, or pursuing one
  • Experience developing and supporting backend services for large titles
Perks and benefits include...
  • Relocation assistance
  • Healthcare and benefits
  • 6.5 weeks annual leave
  • Game launch bonus structure
  • Flexible schedule and work location