What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software Back-End Engineer position at Onward Search?
Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Senior Software Back-End Engineer for a leading video game company. A globally renowned gaming leader that combines cutting-edge innovation with a collaborative, inclusive culture, empowering creators to shape iconic, immersive gaming experiences.
You’ll join the back end developing team to design, develop, and optimize e-commerce services for a gaming platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-performance, scalable solutions for live services. This is a 4-6 month contract opportunity. The role is located in Irvine, CA , and is fully remote.
Application deadline date : 1 / 13 / 2025
Senior Software Back-End Engineer Responsibilities :
Design, develop, and modify our e-commerce services.
Collaborate with multiple development teams ensuring our technical designs work with theirs.
Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot performance across critical environments.
Provide technical input to our cross-discipline partners in product, design, and quality assurance.
Support live services used by game teams and platform partners.
Senior Software Back-End Engineer Requirements :
Minimum of 5 years professional experience developing back-end services.
Including experience with the Java programming language.
Strong computer science fundamentals around algorithms, data structures, and common technical design patterns.
Experience supporting live high concurrency services and security best practices.
Experience with API design styles such as RPC, REST, and GraphQL.
Experience building microservice and implementing n-tier architecture.
Familiarity with software testing practices and motivations.
Experience with relational databases like Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
Perks & Benefits :
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401k Program
Commuter Benefit
eLearning
Education Reimbursement
Ongoing Training & Development
To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.
To learn more about this Senior Software Back-End Engineer opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.
