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iLogos Game Studios

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Java Developer – Gamedev

Backend EngineerSoftware EngineerContractRemoteSeniorTeam 201-500Since 2006H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Worldwide

Posted

48 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree4 yrs expEnglishETLgRPCJavaPostgreSQLRedis

Job Description

Java Developer – Gamedev

iLogos Game Studios

• End-to-end responsibility for developing and implementing complex game features (meta-game, economy, social mechanics) • Optimize and maintain high-performance server-side logic within the SFS2X and Hazelcast ecosystem • Designing robust Protobuf-based APIs and handling complex state synchronization between distributed services • Advanced work with PostgreSQL for managing persistent game data and user profiles • Working closely with game designers to translate gameplay ideas into scalable technical solutions • Writing clean, maintainable code and participating in rigorous peer reviews

Job Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in Java development (Java 17+ preferred)
  • Deep knowledge with cache platforms like Redis or Hazelcast for distributed data structures and computing
  • Deep understanding of multithreading, concurrency models, and memory management
  • Familiarity with Java Loom/Couroutine is a plus
  • Experience building CQRS or event-driven systems using Protobuf and gRPC for efficient inter-service communication
  • Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL (optimization, schema design)
  • Experience in building ETL pipelines for game analytics or state synchronization
  • Experience with SmartFoxServer 2X (SFS2X) extension development and API is nice to have
  • Experience with GitLab CI/CD and automated build processes is nice to have
  • Understanding of AB-testing mechanics and feature-flagging in a production environment is nice to have
  • Experience with Game Economy systems (Rewards, Hard/Soft currency handling) is nice to have

Benefits

  • Freedom of action
  • Opportunity for growth
  • Support from teammates and the company
  • Work remotely from anywhere in the world on your own schedule
  • Flexible working hours

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