Backend Programmer

Avalanche Studios Group is looking for a Backend Programmer working with development of both internal and player-facing backend services. The services you will develop are used in both our AAA games and self-published games with millions of active users.


The Position
In this role you will be challenged with designing and developing our next generation of backend services as well as supporting existing games running on current generation backend. You will be working with a team of Senior Backend Developers, planning long term technical roadmaps and promote a positive and collaborative team spirit. Our backend services are implemented in Go with parts extending into C++, Python and JavaScript. We are looking for someone who has solid experience from the games industry and managing large code bases shared between multiple products.


Required Qualifications
Minimum 5+ years of professional programming experience
Strong knowledge of backend programming in Go, Python, C# or Java
Extensive experience from storage technologies such as MySQL, NoSQL, Memcache
Extensive experience running services in commercial clouds or Kubernetes
A great sense of technical excellence, functionality and problem-solving
Excellent verbal and written English

Bonus Qualifications
Experience from the Video Game industry
Knowledge of Javascript and C++
Previous work with high availability solutions
Passionate about gaming

We will only consider applications that consist of both a cover letter and a CV. In your cover letter you should include why you want to work at Avalanche Studios Group and which games you are currently playing. For this role you need to be able to work full-time in our Stockholm office. To apply for this position please register below. Apply as soon as possible as we review applications continuously. All further information is provided under non-disclosure agreement only.


Our Values
At Avalanche Studios Group, we believe in worlds without limits, and we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Being part of our world is not contingent on where you’re from, your gender, or sexual orientation. It’s all about your passion, courage and craftsmanship.