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About the Role

Rushdown Studios is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to build game backends and tackle unique technical challenges. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player capable of managing multiple tasks. Game development experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prototype and build cloud-based microservices in the backend.
• Develop new services and author software design documents.
• Provide general support for live features and releases.
• Collaborate closely with partners and exchange technical feedback.
• Contribute to a healthy technical culture that encourages learning and growth.
• Partner with designers to iterate on features and optimize for a smoother player experience.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of professional experience using Go to write high-performance applications.
• At least one (1) year of professional experience with C++.
• Ability to dive into a game engine to complete a task.
• Proficiency with scalable non-relational database solutions (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis).
• Willingness to prioritize player experiences.
• Ability to comfortably navigate and integrate with one or more cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proactive communication, especially for unblocking oneself and navigating obstacles as part of a team.

Skills

• Go
• C++
• MongoDB
• DynamoDB
• Redis
• AWS
• Azure
• GCP
• Game server scaling
• Orchestration frameworks
• RabbitMQ
• Kafka
• Amazon SQS
• PlayFab
• Epic Online Services
• Steam API integration
• PlayStation API integration
• Xbox API integration
• Nintendo API integration

Location

• Saratoga Springs, NY

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Experienced

Salary/Compensations

• $90,000-115,000/year

Benefits

• 9 Paid Holidays plus Flexible PTO and Annual Winter Break Closure
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Annual Video Game Budget
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave

About the Company

• Founded by games industry veterans, Rushdown believes that talented developers, when consistently challenged and given clear ownership, achieve extraordinary results.
• As a co-dev game studio, Rushdown focuses on solving difficult problems in multiplayer games, leveraging experience from titles like PUBG, League of Legends, and Rocket League.
• The company is passionate about creating features and games for a global audience of billions of players.

Equal Opportunity

• At Rushdown Studios, we believe that diverse perspectives enhance our team. We encourage applications even if you don't meet all listed requirements.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race; color; ancestry or national origin; religion; physical or mental disability; age; sex, including pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender, gender identity, or gender expression; medical condition; genetic information; or marital, military, or veteran status.