Software Engineer, Backend at Peak
Peak·
Role details
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time
Job description
We are looking for a Software Engineer, Backend to join our Engineering Team with a focus on backend development that drives gameplay. You will architect the core systems that bring game features to life by connecting the server-side logic and the player experience. With a community of 40 million monthly active users, you will solve unique engineering challenges and build scalable game logic using a technology-agnostic approach, growing alongside your team and our games.
Here's what you'll do
- Design and implement scalable, low-latency backend services that deliver core game features to millions of users
- Manage API’s and tools required to support new game and platform functionality and releases
- Maintain and enhance existing code base using best practices in software engineering
- Brainstorm new ideas with your team to continually iterate and improve the user experience of our games
- Monitor the system and implement and check features, through collaboration with game players
- Secure and improve game performance, reliability and security
What we're looking for
- University degree in Computer Science or any equivalent department
- 2+ years of relevant work experience
- Good command of various programming languages (such as Java, JavaScript, or C#) and experience with best practices and idioms of these languages
- Experience in Java Spring Boot based software development and backend systems
- Having experience in casual mobile games is a big advantage
- Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
- Familiarity with Memcached, Redis, Elasticsearch and Docker is a plus
- Strong engineering skills and programming fundamentals
- Apart from language and technology, an understanding of software architecture design, OOP and principles of design patterns on various scales
- Meticulous attention to detail and a passion for developing, releasing, and maintaining high-quality code
Why work at Peak
- Culture: Agile, collaborative teams with a product-minded engineering approach. Emphasis on craftsmanship, clean code, and timely code reviews.
- Work arrangement: On-site (physical office in Istanbul, Turkey).
- Perks: Focus on continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive environment for new grads and interns. Company events, team outings, and a commitment to making everyone “love coming to work.”
- Engineering culture: Heavy use of design patterns, robust code, and collaboration with artists and product specialists. Engineers work on highly complex challenges due to scale.
- Opportunities: Open positions for Senior Software Engineer, Product Manager, Product Specialist, New Grad roles, and internships.