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Senior Backend Developer (m/f/d)

ABOUT MEGAZEBRA

At MegaZebra we craft category-leading games. We develop our own original titles, and develop games based on “Hollywood”-IP such as Desperate Housewives - The Game. By combining technology, game-design, art, analytics, and bringing together passionate people from around the globe we have repeatedly been able to produce hit games. We are based in Munich/Germany and Montreal/Canada.

We develop all our games in small and vibrant teams. Each team has a high degree of responsibility for their game and is committed to creating something outstanding. We are now looking for an experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our team in Munich.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architect design and develop backend and infrastructure solutions for mobile and web-games with social gameplay (iOS, Android and Facebook)
• Architect design and develop infrastructural solutions for development pipelines both for backend and frontend
• Development optimized for fast-access, high concurrency, and high availability
• Development of APIs and internal services interaction protocols
• Implementation of server-side game logic across our portfolio of games
• Maintain and optimize live applications that are used by millions of users worldwide
• Mentor and spread the knowledge of newly implemented solutions

YOUR PROFILE

• 5+ years of professional experience as a backend developer
• Very communicative, proactive and a team player
• Very good English language skills
• Advanced knowledge of relational databases, especially MySQL
• Excellent skills in PHP and Javascript
• Experience in Java or Python is a plus
• Experience with NoSQL databases, e.g. Cassandra, is a plus
• Experience in working in a SCRUM environment
• Previous experience with UNIX system and server setup
• Prior experience in game development is considered a big advantage
• Experience with Continuous Integration Tools is a plus
• You’re used to discussing a variety of solutions to technical challenges with others
• You work with great attention to detail and are very reliable

YOUR BENEFITS

• Become part of the company which develops category-leading, casual games on mobile and social platforms
• Work in a highly creative environment with a super-flat hierarchy
• Receive a competitive salary and benefit from one of the best healthcare systems worldwide
• Enjoy our centrally located penthouse studio right beside the river
• Enjoy a free supply of the famous Club-Mate, Bavarian beer and sweets in our break room with panoramic view

I f you’re a game changer and would like to join MegaZebra, please apply in English with your current CV and a cover letter.