Team Name: Unannounced Project
Job Title: Java Backend Developer
Requisition ID: R024284
Job Description: At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and immersive worlds for players to explore. Through unparalleled creativity, technical excellence, and collaboration, we build experiences that resonate across platforms, backgrounds, and generations. Our work environment nurtures innovation and the passion to deliver excellence.
We are looking for a dedicated Java Backend Developer to become an integral part of our backend team, which is responsible for building and maintaining the backend systems that power our next-generation game franchises. You will work directly on the technology that supports gameplay, progression systems, and game economy, ensuring that our backend services are scalable, reliable, and high-performing.
Responsibilities: Be an essential part of the backend team, developing and maintaining the backend technology that powers our games.
Implement and optimize scalable, high-performance backend services using Java.
Develop key APIs for player progression and the in-game economy, ensuring smooth integration with game systems.
Take ownership of backend services, working to improve existing codebases and architecture for long-term stability and performance.
Contribute to the overall backend strategy, focusing on delivering stable, high-quality solutions.
Operate within a DevOps environment where you monitor and manage the code you deploy to production.
Skills to Create Thrills: Proficiency in Java for backend development, with the ability to implement and maintain scalable systems.
Knowledge of NoSQL databases, such as Cassandra, and experience working with large-scale backend infrastructure.
Experience working in UNIX environments and using Git for version control.
Familiarity with the Spring Framework for building, managing, and securing backend services.
Strong communication skills to work effectively within the backend core team and across departments.
Passion for gaming, with the ability to contribute to fast-evolving, high-impact projects.
Bonus Points: Experience with Gradle build systems.
Familiarity with Jenkins or other CI systems for automation.
Knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker.
Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).
Exposure to C# and the Unity engine.
Join us at Blizzard and be a driving force within the backend core team, building the foundational technology that powers legendary gaming experiences. Together, we'll create something unforgettable.
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