Backend Software Engineer (Mid to Senior)

About Wolfjaw Studios

Wolfjaw Studios is an engineering-focused video game studio based in Troy, New York, founded by a passionate team of developers with decades of experience. Our team has been trusted to build the systems that power some of the most popular modern multiplayer games. We work closely with studios and publishers to establish trusting relationships to deliver products and services unique to each of their needs.

About The Role

The Engineering discipline at Wolfjaw Studios is the heart of our teams, focusing on developing and improving the features we curate for our client partners. We're involved in almost every aspect of development, with a focus on backend development for online game services.

As a Software Engineer, you will work with a team of producers and engineers assisting with the development of client features, creation of robust documentation, and collaborating with internal and external teams to deliver new and exciting features to our clients.

This position has the opportunity to be fully remote, but for candidates local to Troy, NY, a hybrid arrangement is possible. The following states are eligible for remote work: Arizona, California, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Vermont.

What We Are Looking For

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with working in legacy codebases and being comfortable with exploratory work into the code base.
• Previous experience standing up backend services or experience with networking.
• Ability to contribute to discussions around architecture, design, and approach for technical problems.
• Ability to identify dependencies and constraints in software development and across teams.
• Comfortable working with a team in a version control environment (Gitlab, Perforce, etc.).

Qualifications

• Passion for and understanding of the gaming industry.
• Experience working in Python (both 2.7 and 3 preferred).
• Experience with SQL and Redis.
• Experience with Linux/WSL.
• Experience with deploying applications to AWS, either on EC2 directly or utilizing tools such as Kubernetes or ECS.
• Experience working with distributed systems.
• 2+ years of programming experience.

Pluses

• Experience working with C++.
• Game engine experience, specifically with Unreal Engine or proprietary game engines.
• Experience working within the games industry.
• Exhibits learning agility and approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner.

Benefits

• Fully remote availability.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Friendly and supportive colleagues and managers.
• Opportunity to make key technical decisions which help define the future of product and infrastructure development.
• The chance to apply your existing knowledge while gaining experience with cutting-edge technology and methodologies.

Engineering positions at Wolfjaw are full-time (non-contract) W2, salaried roles. We offer comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) matching, discretionary bonus opportunities, flex working time policy, generous Paid Time Off, Wellness, and Holiday days, professional development funds, and much more.

The standard base pay range for our Mid-to-Senior Level Software Engineers is between $85,000 - $115,000 USD annually, depending on level of experience and compatibility with our current needs.