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Junior Game Engine Developer (Backend)
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Junior Game Engine Developer (Backend)
Junior Backend Developer –.Build the Games Behind the Fun!
We're looking for a Junior Backend Developer to join our Game Studio team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with commercial experience developing in C# and .NET who's ready to take the next step in their career. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to real projects from day one and continue developing your skills in a collaborative environment.
We champion collaborative working, so this is a hybrid role with three days a week in our Sunderland office and two days working from home.
Find your bounce at tombola! 🎱
At tombola, we build everything in house—from the games our players love to the technology that powers them. Working closely with designers, artists, QA, and Product teams, you'll help build high-quality software while learning from experienced developers in a supportive environment.
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What will I be doing? 🔎
- Develop and maintain backend services using C# and .NET
- Build clean, scalable, and well-tested code
- Help design and develop new features
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
- Take part in code reviews and team discussions
- Work closely with Product, QA, Platform, and Infrastructure teams
- Learn new technologies and continuously develop your skills
What does "good" look like for us? 😇
Essential
- Good understanding of developing in C# and .NET
- Good knowledge of SQL
- Understanding of REST APIs
- Familiarity with Git
- Strong problem-solving skills
- A collaborative approach and eagerness to learn
Nice to have
- Experience with:
- AWS
- DynamoDB or other NoSQL databases
- Redis
- Docker or Kubernetes
- CI/CD pipelines
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What do we offer? 💰
We champion a culture of inclusivity, flexibility, personal development, and wellbeing. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy market-leading benefits, including:
- Quarterly bonus
- Hybrid working
- Private healthcare
- Free breakfast and lunch in the office
- tombola merch (and much more!)
If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career, and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys collaborating, we'd love to hear from you.
We're part of a team that thrives on our differences, high-fiving our distinctiveness. We celebrate our Free to be me value and work hard to create a culture of inclusivity. We’re committed to creating opportunities for everyone at tombola, so we welcome applications from all backgrounds—even if you don’t meet every requirement.
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