Senior Game Backend Developer

Department: IT Department
Work Location: Remote
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
TT Wonders / Superswan
Company Introduction:
We are an iGaming technology and white-label platform provider, offering technology solutions for online gaming businesses. Our services include white-label solutions, system integration, IT support, and technical services to help operators manage and grow their platforms.
We have an international presence and actively participate in iGaming exhibitions and industry events worldwide, connecting with global partners, exploring emerging technologies, and staying up to date with industry developments.
Our focus is to provide reliable, flexible, and scalable technology solutions that help our clients operate efficiently and expand across different markets.
Candidate Preference:
Taiwanese candidates are preferred. We are also open to qualified overseas candidates based in Europe, Malaysia.
Working Arrangement:
Taiwan-based candidates can work either onsite in Taipei or from home (WFH).
Candidates based in Europe, Malaysia, can work remotely.
Language Requirements:
Mandarin is not mandatory. For candidates who do not speak Mandarin, fluent English is required.
Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable and high-performance backend systems for online games
• Architect and optimize complex game server systems including matchmaking, real-time state synchronization, and session handling
• Ensure system scalability, low-latency performance, and high availability across global deployments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical roadmaps and ensure timely delivery of features
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to maintain code quality and development best practices
• Integrate backend services with game clients, databases, message queues, and analytics systems
• Continuously improve backend architecture, deployment processes, and monitoring systems

Requirements

• 7+ years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years in game backend or real-time systems
• Expertise in Go and/or Java, and experience leading backend architecture design
• Proficient in Go frameworks such as Gin, Echo, GORM, and Spring Boot for Java
• Deep understanding of multiplayer game server architecture and networking
• Strong experience with message queues (e.g., Kafka, RocketMQ)
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL
• Proficient in CI/CD practices and Git Flow development process
• Comfortable working with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-based environments
• Strong debugging, profiling, and performance tuning skills

Nice to Have

• Experience designing backend infrastructure for large-scale multiplayer games
• Familiarity with ClickHouse or other high-throughput data systems
• Knowledge of distributed systems, caching strategies, and microservices best practices
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Passion for games and understanding of game development lifecycle