Backend Engineer

Location: Istanbul, İstanbul, Turkey

Workplace: on_site

Description

We create amazing games that rank at the top on both iOS and Android, loved and played by over 150 million fans worldwide!

Check out our smash-hit games:

- Critical Strike
- Polygun Arena

We're now looking for a passionate Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team in Istanbul. This is an on-site role, requiring you to work 5 days a week from our office in Levent.

In this role, we deeply care about your passion for building high-quality PvP experiences. We highly encourage you to get familiar with both of our games before you apply and complete your application only if you're genuinely excited to create responsive gameplay, tackle real-time multiplayer challenges, and deliver competitive experiences that millions of players can enjoy every day.

Requirements

• 2+ years of backend development experience, preferably in the gaming industry.
• Expert-level proficiency in C# (.NET Core) with a focus on building high-performance, scalable backend services.
• Deep expertise in in-memory data stores (Redis), utilizing advanced data types and Pub/Sub mechanics.
• Experience with NoSQL databases (DynamoDB / MongoDB), specifically in designing schemas for high-write-throughput workloads.
• Proficient in version control systems, specifically Git, including standard branching strategies (e.g., GitFlow) and pull request workflows.
• Strong understanding of software testing practices, including writing automated unit and integration tests (e.g., xUnit, NUnit) and mocking dependencies.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS or Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Docker Compose).
• Solid grasp of RESTful API design, server security best practices, and secure third-party integrations (e.g., PlayFab, App Store / Google Play IAP validation).
• Strong foundation in software architecture patterns, OOP, and SOLID principles.

Responsibilities

• Developing backend game services and APIs to run world-class games at scale.
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of live game services (LiveOps).
• Research, architect, and deliver backend solutions that continuously improve system stability, efficiency, and scalability.
• Manage source code using Git, actively participate in peer code reviews, and maintain high codebase quality and readability.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including game developer and product teams, often in an Agile environment.
• Help maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions) to ensure smooth, automated testing and reliable deployments.
• Write and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation for backend systems, architecture decisions, and API endpoints.

Benefits

• A Compensation Package That Reflects Your Contribution: We keep it simple. Competitive pay that matches the work you deliver.

• Meal Allowance: Enough for a solid, satisfying meal.
• Delicious In-Office Catering: Fresh meals, good coffee, sweet treats. No place for hunger, ever.
• Private Health Insurance: Complementary private health insurance so you can get care without second thoughts.
• Continuous Learning Support: A monthly budget for courses and platforms, because staying sharp is part of the job.
• Equity That Actually Makes You a Partner: We offer real equity, not symbolic. Once you reach a certain contribution level, you earn a meaningful stake in the company. When we grow, you grow with us.
• Meaningful Time Off: Starting from your first year, you receive bonus company-wide rewind holidays: A special extra break even before standard annual leave kicks in. And your birthday is a free day on us.
• Referral Bonus: Introduce great talent to the team and earn a reward when they join.
• Milestone Awards: As you reach key milestones with us, you earn bonus rewards that recognize your long-term contribution.

• A Culture Built Around Players & Ownership: Curious, collaborative, and focused. We’re here to build great games together.
• A Modern, Comfortable Office in Levent: Bright space, central location, one step from the metro designed to keep you in the "zone".

• Game Room: A dedicated Xbox corner for fun breaks and quick gaming sessions whenever you need to unwind.
• Office Events That Keep Us Connected: Fun team moments, regular happy hours, and in-office events throughout the year.