Senior Backend Engineer (Free to Play Games)

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Own the backend architecture and technical direction for Midnite’s new suite of free-to-play games
Design and build server-authoritative systems covering outcome evaluation (RNG and skill-based), rewards, configuration, and analytics
Write clean, efficient, well-documented code and ensuring quality and scalability of the codebase
Establish and uphold backend standards in a regulated environment
Define clear, robust client–server systems in partnership with the Lead Game Developer
Work closely with the team to shape game mechanics and reward models, balancing player experience and fun with fairness, integrity, and risk
Ensure alignment with core platform and compliance requirements as games integrate into the wider Midnite ecosystem
Remain deeply hands-on, writing production code and setting technical patterns as the games platform evolves
As the team scales, you’ll mentor and lead other developers and develop the ways of working.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies

Has 5+ years of backend engineering experience in production environments
Is highly proficient in Python (or another backend language and excited to work in Python)
Has designed and maintained scalable RESTful APIs
Has strong experience with databases such as PostgreSQL
Has worked with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) in live systems
Understands distributed systems, performance, and scalability challenges
Writes clean, well-tested, maintainable code
Thrives in high-ownership, fast-moving teams and communicates clearly across functions

Private health insurance with zero excess, including optical cover and optional dental.
Income protection to protect your earnings and give you peace of mind.
Tenure holiday policy. After three years you receive an extra two days leave, increasing to 30 days annually after five years.
Flexible working and a fully supported home office setup so you can do your best work from home.
Nursery salary sacrifice scheme helping parents save thousands each year on nursery fees.
Salary sacrifice schemes for tech and holidays so you can spread the cost of the things you want.
Retail discounts and subscription perks across a wide range of brands.
Quarterly team socials to connect, celebrate and have fun together.

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