About the role

Senior Backend Developer at Clipwire Games responsible for backend systems and infrastructure. Collaborating with teams to architect scalable and reliable solutions for mobile gaming.

Responsibilities

Own the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex backend systems and infrastructure
Lead the development of internal tools from concept through to production deployment
Architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective backend solutions aligned with business needs
Proactively identify and address performance, reliability, and cost optimization opportunities
Act as an escalation point for complex backend and infrastructure issues
Review and approve code contributions to ensure high technical standards across the team
Mentor Junior and Backend Developers, supporting their technical growth
Clearly prioritize competing technical initiatives and communicate trade-offs to stakeholders
Propose and drive improvements to backend architecture, tooling, and development workflows

Strong proficiency in backend languages and frameworks, particularly PHP and Node.js
Deep understanding of relational databases (mySQL and Postgres), indexing strategies, and performance tuning
Advanced knowledge of AWS infrastructure, including EC2, Load Balancers, CloudWatch, and networking fundamentals
Strong working knowledge of Redis/Valkey and caching strategies
Experience designing and reviewing scalable backend architectures
Experience debugging distributed systems and resolving production incidents efficiently
Comfortable working with Docker and containerized environments
Confident use of Git, SSH, and Linux-based environments
Clear, structured communication of technical decisions and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ownership over medium to large technical initiatives
Ability to balance delivery speed with code quality and long-term maintainability

15 days holiday in addition to bank holidays to relax and refresh throughout the year - with every 5 years of service, you’ll receive an extra 5 days!
Hybrid Working: We work in the office 2 days a week, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Wednesday is an optional office day. Lunch is provided on all 3 days.
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage plus a $500 a year Wellness Benefit to spend towards personal and mental development.
Employee Assistance Program: Anytime you need it, tap into confidential, caring support with our Employee Assistance Program, always here to lend an ear and a helping hand.
Family-Friendly Culture: A generous parental leave policy and a supportive, family-friendly culture.
Regular company events: Fun events that celebrate our achievements and our team spirit.
Continuous Professional Development: Propel your career with continuous opportunities for professional development.