Backend Engineering

Job Title: Backend Engineer Department/Team: Engineering
Reports To: Backend Engineering Manager
The Backend Engineer at FlowPlay is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing server-side applications and databases that support our social casino and online gaming platforms. The person in this role will design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems that handle game logic, player data, and integration with various services. This role is located in our Seattle office and requires two days in office (Mondays and Wednesdays).
Design, develop and maintain server-side applications using Java, Spring Boot and related technologies
Develop, optimize and maintain database solutions
Develop and maintain APIs for communication between frontend and backend systems
Ensure high performance, responsiveness and scalability of backend systems
Collaborate with frontend developers and other teams to integrate backend services
Troubleshoot and resolve backend-related issues and performance bottlenecks
Stay current with backend technologies and industry best practices
Performance Expectations
Deliver high-quality, efficient and well-documented software artifacts that meets project requirements
Ensure the reliability and performance of backend systems under high-load conditions
Contribute to the continuous improvement of backend architecture and development processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services
Meet project deadlines and communicate progress clearly
Proficiency in Java programming and related frameworks
Strong experience with MySQL and database optimization techniques
Familiarity with cloud services and infrastructure (AWS or GCP)
Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
Knowledge of backend security best practices

Adaptability to changing project requirements and technologies
Familiarity with other relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle)
Knowledge of NoSQL databases
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of backend development experience with Java
Experience with version control systems such as Apache SVN and Git, and agile development methodologies
Understanding of scalability challenges in high-traffic applications
Passion for creating robust and efficient backend solutions for gaming or similar interactive platforms
We have been regularly featured among the 20 best places to work in Seattle (according to Seattle Business Magazine), and our average tenure in the company is almost 8 years. Despite delivering large and successful games with global reach, we have a small team culture where each colleague's impact can be felt. In surveys, our employees report high satisfaction rates, and say that they enjoy getting to know and work with each other and value working on games that bring people joy.
Autonomy to shape our modern automation strategy and toolset from day one.
Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
Fully-paid medical (PPO), dental, and vision plans
Accrued PTO and 12 holidays annually, PTO increases with tenure
A hybrid work culture with two in-office days per week (Monday / Wednesday)
A fully stocked pantry of snacks and drinks
Long-term disability
Life insurance
FSA plan for Medical and Dependent Care
Compensation: $160,000 - $175,000 + Bonus + Equity