Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft

Creators of Minecraft, building a better world through the power of play
$117,200 - $229,200
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
4+ years of experience
Gaming

Description For Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft

Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Minecraft Marketplace Services team. This role focuses on powering services behind Minecraft's Marketplace, a major revenue driver for the game. The position involves working with cloud technologies, particularly Azure and Kubernetes, to support millions of Minecraft players. As a full stack developer, you'll take end-to-end ownership of development, working on personalization and recommendations while ensuring high scalability and performance. The role combines technical expertise with collaborative work across disciplines including Art, Design, Production, and Test. Mojang Studios offers a unique environment where creativity and play are fundamental to their mission, fostering a diverse and inclusive global community. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, reflecting Microsoft's commitment to empowering individuals and organizations worldwide.

Last updated 20 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft

  • Developing and coordinating features using Microsoft Azure compute and storage
  • Defining initiatives that impact our games or services
  • Ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables
  • Effectively communicating, both within the team and across the organization
  • Building partnerships with developers, program managers, and designers

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft

Java
JavaScript
Python
Node.js
React
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience
  • 4+ years of experience with modern web technologies (.NET, Node, React, Angular, building RESTful APIs)
  • 4+ years of experience writing cloud-based web services
  • Understanding of Azure cloud services
  • Understanding of test- and performance-driven methodology

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

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