Staff Software Engineer (Backend/Multiplayer)

1 Month ago • All levels • Backend Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Staff Software Engineer (Backend/Multiplayer), you will own server-side social products, from design to live support. Collaborate with designers and artists to implement multiplayer features, chat, and moderation. Lead the Backend Core team, developing high-performance, scalable systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. Optimize database queries, caching, and network communication. Deliver features iteratively, ensuring code quality and stability. Work closely with product management to align technical solutions with product goals. Experience supporting live services in gaming environments is essential.
Must have:
  • Node.js with TypeScript
  • AWS services expertise
  • Microservices architecture (WebSockets, gRPC)
  • Relational & NoSQL database knowledge
  • Live service support experience
  • High-performance system design
Good to have:
  • Unity and mobile game development experience
  • Passion for gaming

Job Details

Who we are

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

About the role

Own server-side social products through every step of the development process, from initial design to live game support. Work closely with game designers, artists and other technical groups to implement multiplayer, chat & moderation. Lead the Backend Core team for your project.

What you'll achieve

  • Develop High-Performance Systems: Design and implement efficient, reusable backend systems that support multiplayer features, chat functionalities, and moderation, ensuring low latency and high availability for seamless player experiences.
  • Optimize Performance and Scalability: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, optimizing database queries, caching mechanisms, and network communication to maintain smooth and reliable gameplay experiences as user scale increases.
  • Drive Fast, Iterative Development: Lead the team in rapidly delivering new features and updates while maintaining code quality and stability, enabling quick adaptation to evolving game and user needs.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product Management and other teams to align technical solutions with product goals, ensuring cohesive and integrated social experiences across different game touchpoints.

What you'll need to be successful 

  • Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Node.js with TypeScript, and experience with AWS services. Hands-on expertise in designing and implementing a microservices-based architecture that utilizes WebSockets, gRPC, and similar communications protocols.
  • Database Expertise: Extensive knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems, including optimization for data sharing, read/write operations, and scalability.
  • Live Service Experience: Proven track record in supporting live services, especially in gaming environments, ensuring stability and performance.
  • Adaptability and Drive: Proactive, self-directed, and eager to learn, with a passion for building scalable, high-quality software systems that enhance user experience.
  • Collaborative and Quality-Focused: Confidence in producing high-quality work, with an understanding of how design decisions impact performance, and an ability to work effectively within distributed teams.
  • Experience with Unity and mobile game development is strongly preferred. 
  • Passion for all things gaming is strongly preferred. 

Why join us

There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:

  • We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
  • We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
  • Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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About The Company

Fortis is a global game studio with a mission to create worlds that matter — that challenge minds, build connections, and inspire communities. Founded by industry veterans, Fortis believes games have the ability to create a positive impact on society and culture, and now more than ever, those are the experiences players are looking for. With team members already in the US, UK, Canada, Romania, Portugal and Brazil, Fortis is growing and seeks the best of the best from around the world in order, regardless of location, to create a best-in-class games studio. Join us!

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