Software Engineer, Backend

Peak

Full-time on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 10, 2026 Last posted March 10, 2026

Job description

We are looking for a Software Engineer, Backend to join our Engineering Team with a focus on backend development that drives gameplay. You will architect the core systems that bring game features to life by connecting the server-side logic and the player experience. With a community of 40 million monthly active users, you will solve unique engineering challenges and build scalable game logic using a technology-agnostic approach, growing alongside your team and our games.

Here's what you'll do

Design and implement scalable, low-latency backend services that deliver core game features to millions of users
Manage API’s and tools required to support new game and platform functionality and releases
Maintain and enhance existing code base using best practices in software engineering
Brainstorm new ideas with your team to continually iterate and improve the user experience of our games
Monitor the system and implement and check features, through collaboration with game players
Secure and improve game performance, reliability and security

What we're looking for

University degree in Computer Science or any equivalent department
2+ years of relevant work experience
Good command of various programming languages (such as Java, JavaScript, or C#) and experience with best practices and idioms of these languages
Experience in Java Spring Boot based software development and backend systems
Having experience in casual mobile games is a big advantage
Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
Familiarity with Memcached, Redis, Elasticsearch and Docker is a plus
Strong engineering skills and programming fundamentals
Apart from language and technology, an understanding of software architecture design, OOP and principles of design patterns on various scales
Meticulous attention to detail and a passion for developing, releasing, and maintaining high-quality code

About this role

Summary

Develop scalable backend services for global online games using Java, Docker, and database technologies.

Job title

Software Engineer, Backend

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

software

Location requirements

remote work allowed, no specific location specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Skills & keywords

Required skills

JavaJavaScriptC#Java Spring Bootdatabases

Preferred skills

relational databasesnon-relational databasesMemcachedRedisElasticsearchDocker

Specializations

backendgame developmentscalable systemsapisecurity

Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

Remote