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Game Developer

Posted 9 hours 28 minutes ago by The Engage Partnership Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description

Backend Game Developer (Python)


Location: Remote (within Europe)

Full-Time Flexible Hours Permanent

Up to £65k


An independent games studio is looking for an experienced Backend Developer to join their fully remote team. The company specialises in high-quality online slot games for a global audience and is expanding their development team with someone who can take ownership of server-side game logic from initial setup through to live launch.


Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain server-side components that power real-money online games, with a strong focus on game logic.
  • Collaborate with front-end engineers, game designers, and mathematicians to deliver fully integrated, high-performing gameplay features.
  • Optimise performance and scalability to support high user loads.
  • Write clean, testable code and contribute to CI/CD workflows.
  • Stay informed on industry trends and proactively suggest improvements to systems and architecture.


Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in backend development, ideally in the gaming or gambling sector.
  • Proficiency in Python and experience building game logic or high-throughput backend services.
  • Understanding of probability and statistics as applied to game mechanics.
  • Familiarity with secure server development and performance optimisation.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote-first environment.


Tech Stack & Tools

  • Python (core language)
  • Git for version control
  • Docker and containerisation workflows
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Google Cloud or similar platforms
  • Automated testing frameworks


Nice to Have

  • Experience with Node.js or TypeScript
  • Knowledge of real-money gaming regulations or game certification processes


If you're a Python developer with a background in gaming and a passion for building engaging backend systems, this could be a great fit. The team values autonomy, clean code, and proactive collaboration.


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