Mid DevOps/Backend Engineer
We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer to join an exciting project for a US-based client operating in the gaming industry. This is an opportunity to work within an international environment, building scalable backend solutions and event-driven systems for a fast-growing product.
Responsibilities Design and develop backend services and REST APIs in Go
Build and maintain serverless solutions on AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, ECS)
Develop and support Kafka-based event-driven workflows
Design efficient DynamoDB data models and optimize data access patterns
Manage infrastructure using Terraform
Implement monitoring, logging, and tracing using the LGTM stack
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions
Ensure security, performance, and operational excellence across backend systems
Requirements Commercial experience in backend development
Strong proficiency in Go (Golang)
Hands-on experience with AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, Cognito, ECS)
Practical experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven systems
Experience with Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
Familiarity with LGTM stack (Loki, Grafana, Tempo, Mimir)
Strong understanding of distributed systems and eventual consistency
Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to design scalable and high-performance backend systems
Very good English communication skills (spoken and written)
Nice to have Experience working in startup environments or building MVP products
Passion for gaming and gaming-related products
Interest in or experience with TTRPGs (Tabletop Role-Playing Games
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