Offer summary

Qualifications:

6+ years of backend development experience, Strong knowledge of Node.js and TypeScript in production environments, Experience with distributed systems and real-time data, Familiarity with cloud-native development and infrastructure tools like Docker and Kubernetes..

Key responsabilities:

Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems for games and platforms

Own backend architecture decisions to ensure high availability and performance

Collaborate with front-end developers, data engineers, and product managers

Mentor and support other backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Job description

Why does MWDN rock?

MWDN connects exceptional tech talent with leading companies across Israel, the USA, Great Britain, and Western Europe. We aim to ensure our employees enjoy a rewarding and secure experience while collaborating with prestigious international clients.

Here’s what you can expect when you get employed by MWDN:

Security first. We vet our clients to eliminate risks, ensuring reliability and timely payments for your hard work—no fraud or unforeseen events here!
Career support. If a match isn't right, we're here for you. We actively assist our employees in finding new opportunities that fit their skills and aspirations.
Legal assistance. We provide guidance on legal matters (e.g., opening and administering your private entrepreneur account, taxes, army enrollment, etc.).
Professional development. We offer English courses and other engaging activities, including team-building events.

Why choose us? MWDN is ranked among the top 5 IT employers in our region by DOU, and we pride ourselves on our transparency and commitment to our team. Curious to learn more? Discover what our employees say about us in their DOU reviews: MWDN reviews.

What is your new project?

Domain: Gaming

Location: Israel

Company size: 1-10

Founded in: 2021

What makes this project exciting?

We’re hiring for an awesome Israel-based gaming company that people on Glassdoor say has “fun startup vibes.” They’re all about building exciting real-money games that players love, using smart game design, cool features, and partnerships with top gaming brands. Right now, they are developing two new games and hosting live tournaments for mobile.

If you want to work on creative projects in a fun and fast-moving environment, this could be your next big move! Ready to join the team?

What makes you a great fit

6+ years of backend development experience.
Deep experience building and maintaining scalable microservices and APIs.
Strong knowledge of Node.js and TypeScript in production environments.
Experience working with distributed systems, message queues (Kafka), and real-time data.
Solid understanding of database design, optimization, and data flows.
Familiarity with cloud-native development and infrastructure tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
Strong collaboration, communication, and mentoring skills.
Level of spoken English: at least an upper-intermediate.
Gaming industry experience is a strong plus.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in the following technologies:

Languages/Frameworks: TypeScript, NestJS, Next.js, Node.js
Databases: PostgreSQL, Redis, ClickHouse
Messaging: Kafka
Protocols: REST, Socket.io
Data & Analytics: Jitsu, ETL, Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Grafana
Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Redis, Cloudflare
Communication: Twilio
Containerization: Docker
Security: JWT, Auth0
Monitoring & Logging: Grafana, custom ETL, Mixpanel
Design & Collaboration: Miro, Figma
Development Tools: GitHub, Slack, Confluence, Jira, CI/CD pipelines

Your day-to-day in this position

Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems for our games and platform.
Own backend architecture decisions, ensuring high availability and performance.
Collaborate closely with front-end developers, data engineers, and product managers.
Lead initiatives to improve backend system observability, performance, and maintainability.
Drive the adoption of best practices in API design, microservices, testing, and security.
Mentor and support other backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous technical improvement.
Work cross-functionally with QA, analytics, DevOps, and game development teams.

Why work with us?

People-oriented management without bureaucracy.
The friendly climate inside the company is confirmed by the frequent comeback of previous employees.
Paid time off (18 working days per year, plus all national holidays and 10 sick days).
Flexible working schedule.
Full financial and legal support for private entrepreneurs.
Free English classes.
Dedicated HR.

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