Junior Game Engine Developer (Backend)

tombola


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Sunderland
Contract type: Full time
Build the Games Behind the Fun!

We're looking for a Junior Backend Developer to join our Game Studio team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with commercial experience developing in C# and .NET who's ready to take the next step in their career. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to real projects from day one and continue developing your skills in a collaborative environment.

We champion collaborative working, so this is a hybrid role with three days a week in our Sunderland office and two days working from home.

Find your bounce at tombola!

At tombola, we build everything in house, from the games our players love to the technology that powers them.

Working closely with designers, artists, QA and Product teams, you'll help build high quality software while learning from experienced developers in a supportive environment.

What will I be doing?

  • Develop and maintain backend services using C# and .NET.
  • Build clean, scalable and well tested code.
  • Help design and develop new features.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Take part in code reviews and team discussions.
  • Work closely with Product, QA, Platform and Infrastructure teams.
  • Learn new technologies and continuously develop your skills.

What does "good" look like for us?

Essential

  • Good understanding of developing in C# and .NET.
  • Good knowledge of SQL.
  • Understanding of REST APIs.
  • Familiarity with Git.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • A collaborative approach and eagerness to learn.

It would be great if you also have experience with:

  • AWS.
  • DynamoDB or other NoSQL databases.
  • Redis.
  • Docker or Kubernetes.
  • CI/CD pipelines.

What do we offer?

We champion a culture of inclusivity, flexibility, personal development and wellbeing. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy market leading benefits including a quarterly bonus, hybrid working, private healthcare, free breakfast and lunch in the office, tombola merch and much more. Click here to find out more.

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys collaborating, we'd love to hear from you.

At tombola we know that our differences make us stronger and that thinking differently is key to long term success. We work hard to create a culture of inclusivity where everyone can celebrate our Free to be me value. We are committed to creating opportunities for everyone here at tombola, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage individuals to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

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