Senior Software Engineer (Gaming Backend) - WWE Champions
Core
Design, build, and evolve backend systems powering core gameplay and live-service operations for a mobile RPG puzzle match game.
Role type
Senior IC backend software engineer (gaming live-service)
Builds
Scalable backend infrastructure and high-impact features for mobile and PC games
Domain
Mobile gaming, live-service operations, high-concurrency systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Backend engineering, server-side languages, cloud infrastructure (AWS), CI/CD, performance optimization, technical roadmap planning, incident management, cross-functional collaboration, code quality, technical debt mitigation
Preferred skills
Experience with Unity/C# integration, live-ops support, mentoring cross-functional teams
Technologies
AWS, CI/CD, Unity, C#
Responsibilities
Design and deliver scalable backend architecture for live mobile games; lead incident management and reliability hardening; support pre- and post-launch game updates; bridge server-side logic with game client requirements; unblock cross-functional teams and provide mentorship; identify and mitigate technical bottlenecks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC