Full-Time
Backend Server Engineer
Jam City
501-1,000 employees
Develops and distributes free-to-play mobile games
No salary listed
Junior, Mid
Culver City, CA, USA
Remote
Candidates must be willing to work PST hours.
- 2+ years of relevant work experience.
- Proficient in Python, Java, or similar languages.
- Understanding of performance implications of caching, networking, storage, and concurrency.
- Knowledge of web service technologies (e.g. Linux, MySQL, AWS, NoSQL, Django) and best practices.
- Strong background in computer science concepts: OOP, algorithms and data structures.
- BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or similar experience.
- Takes ownership of features/bugs/issues from conception to run in production.
- Develops code that is performant, easy to maintain by others and works as intended.
- Collaborates with all of the game teams including client engineers, game designers, support, and analytics. Your input is highly valued to improve game quality or offer alternatives to meet timelines.
- Eager to learn new things especially if it solves hard problems or improves the quality of life for a team. There are many exciting cool technologies being evaluated at Jam City including leveraging ML to design new levels and auto-tuning goal requirements/economy.
- Has worked in a team with experience in large-scale, high-performance distributed software.
- Has experience in mobile gaming, video game industry.
- Has experience with real-time multiplayer features and their networking requirements.
- Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Loves playing video/board games.
Jam City creates and distributes free-to-play mobile games that are accessible to a wide audience. Players can download these games for free and have the option to make in-app purchases for virtual items or upgrades. This business model allows Jam City to generate revenue while keeping the games enjoyable for millions of players worldwide. The company stands out from its competitors through its focus on storytelling, data science, and audience insights, which help create engaging gaming experiences that keep players returning. With nine studios in major cities, Jam City leverages diverse talent to maintain its position as a leader in the mobile gaming industry. The goal of Jam City is to connect people globally through entertaining games.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$652M
Headquarters
Culver City, California
Founded
2009
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Partnership with Flexion opens new revenue streams via alternative app stores.
- Expansion into the MENA region boosts presence in a growing gaming market.
- Sponsoring indie events enhances brand association with innovation and talent.
What critics are saying
- Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
- Expansion into MENA may face cultural and regulatory challenges.
- Increased competition from indie developers gaining visibility through events.
What makes Jam City unique
- Jam City excels in creating narrative-rich games with iconic entertainment brands.
- The company leverages data science for audience insights and game engagement.
- Jam City has a global presence with studios in major cities worldwide.
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