Senior Backend Engineer for Multiplayer Gaming and VR Systems

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Game Backend Engineer in the United States.

As a Senior Game Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and building scalable backend systems that power engaging multiplayer experiences. You will be responsible for implementing robust APIs, managing high-performance gameplay servers, and optimizing social and in-game systems to support millions of concurrent users. Working closely with game designers and cross-functional teams, you will help shape the core architecture of immersive VR games, ensuring seamless gameplay, secure interactions, and efficient data handling. This role provides the opportunity to influence both technical strategy and player experience while working in a fully remote, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment. You will stay at the forefront of gaming technologies, applying best practices and new tools to continuously enhance backend performance and scalability.

Accountabilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, secure backend systems and APIs for multiplayer games
• Collaborate with game designers to implement systems that deliver immersive and seamless player experiences
• Develop and optimize systems for social interaction, in-game currency, friends lists, and communication tools
• Design and implement gameplay mechanics to create engaging, interactive experiences
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve backend performance to handle high levels of concurrent traffic
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in backend development and VR gaming
  
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a backend engineer with a strong focus on game development and scalable systems
• Hands-on expertise with server architecture, APIs, and high-concurrency applications
• Experience with social graph design, multiplayer networking, and in-game system management
• Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks commonly used in backend and game development
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with remote, distributed teams
• Passion for gaming, VR, and building immersive player experiences
  
  
  

Benefits

• Fully remote work with a flexible schedule
• Stock options to participate in the company's growth and future
• Games allowance and time off to enjoy new releases
• Unlimited time off policy based on individual needs and circumstances
• Opportunity to work with a talented, global team of designers, artists, and engineers
  
  

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile undergoes our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly:

• 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements
• 📊 It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and historical success factors to determine your match score
• 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role
• 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is overlooked
  
  

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is complete, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. Final decisions and next steps, including interviews or additional assessments, are managed by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!