Senior Software Back-End Engineer

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Senior Software Back-End Engineer for a leading video game company. A globally renowned gaming leader that combines cutting-edge innovation with a collaborative, inclusive culture, empowering creators to shape iconic, immersive gaming experiences. 

You’ll join the back end developing team to design, develop, and optimize e-commerce services for a gaming platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-performance, scalable solutions for live services. This is a 4-6 month contract opportunity. The role is located in Irvine, CA, and is fully remote.

Application deadline date : 1/13/2025 

Senior Software Back-End Engineer Responsibilities:  

• Design, develop, and modify our e-commerce services. 

• Collaborate with multiple development teams ensuring our technical designs work with theirs. 

• Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot performance across critical environments. 

• Provide technical input to our cross-discipline partners in product, design, and quality assurance. 

• Support live services used by game teams and platform partners. 

Senior Software Back-End Engineer Requirements:  

• Minimum of 5 years professional experience developing back-end services. 

• Including experience with the Java programming language. 

• Strong computer science fundamentals around algorithms, data structures, and common technical design patterns. 

• Experience supporting live high concurrency services and security best practices. 

• Experience with API design styles such as RPC, REST, and GraphQL. 

• Experience building microservice and implementing n-tier architecture. 

• Familiarity with software testing practices and motivations. 

• Experience with relational databases like Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL. 

Perks & Benefits:  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• 401k Program 

• Commuter Benefit 

• eLearning 

• Education Reimbursement 

• Ongoing Training & Development 

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks. 

To learn more about this Senior Software Back-End Engineer opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf. 

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.