Logo of Critical Force

.NET Game Server Developer

Helsinki, Finland
Roles:
Backend
Must-have skills:
C#
Nice-to-have skills:
iOS
Considering candidates from:
Finland
Work arrangement: Onsite
Industry: Computer Games
Language: English
Level: Junior or middle
Relocation: Paid
Visa support: Not provided
Size: 51 - 200 employees
Logo of Critical Force

.NET Game Server Developer

Helsinki, Finland
Critical Force is the creator of the successful mobile FPS title Critical Ops and one of the leading mobile shooter game developers in the world. Their team is a mix of industry veterans and emerging talent with a common mission to bring unique shooter games to mobile platforms.
Right now, they are looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join their ranks to design and develop systems that will bring Critical Ops to the next level. You would become a part of their Critical Ops team.

Note: The company also has an office in Kajaani and you are free to choose to work there if you want.

Tasks:
  • Develop testable high-quality systems and tools for a live product
  • Develop core game server technologies and frameworks that other developers can build upon
  • Profile, identify, and optimize performance bottlenecks
  • Monitor, diagnose, identify and fix issues with game servers
  • Collaborate with other programmers to improve technical architecture, quality, documentation, and standards
  • Work together with a multi-disciplinary team
Must-have skills:
  • 2+ years of game development experience
  • Experience with multithreaded architectures
  • Strong knowledge of .NET
  • Strong knowledge of network protocols
  • Strong knowledge of latency compensation techniques
  • Strong debugging skills
  • Strong knowledge of software design principles and patterns
  • Released titles on major development platforms (App Store, Google Play, Steam)
  • Experience with version control (GIT) as a natural part of development cycles
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Nice-to-have skills:
  • Specialist skills that can be applied to other areas of development
  • Web development skills
  • Knowledge of iOS app development tools
  • Enthusiasm for real-time multiplayer and cloud architectures
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive health and travel insurance and dental care
  • Free snacks and drinks
  • Lunch benefit of 10,90€ for every working day
  • Culture/sports benefit 400€ a year
  • Seasonal benefits (such as taking a walk 45 minutes on your work time, cafe treat benefit)
Interview process: 
  1. Intro call with Toughbyte
  2. 30 mins culture fit interview (OR THE TEST MIGHT GO FIRST)
  3. Test assignment (1-5 hours to complete) 
  4. Online tech+culture interview (3,5 hours)
No, the company would expect you to visit the office weekly.