Senior Multiplayer Server Developer - Paper.io 2

Tech company creating mobile games and apps, #3 mobile publisher worldwide with 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and 200M+ active users.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
501 - 1,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Gaming

Description For Senior Multiplayer Server Developer - Paper.io 2

Voodoo, a leading mobile gaming company ranked #3 worldwide in downloads after Google and Meta, is seeking a Senior Multiplayer Server Developer for Paper.io 2. With 800 employees and over 7 billion downloads, Voodoo has established itself as a major player in the mobile gaming industry.

The role is part of the Live games team, focusing on Paper.io 2, one of their successful titles. The position offers flexible location options, being either Paris-based, Amsterdam-based, or fully remote within CET +/-2h time zone. The team is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing globally renowned games while pursuing new entrepreneurial opportunities.

As a Senior Multiplayer Server Developer, you'll be instrumental in building and scaling multiplayer features using Nakama. The role involves developing social features, implementing real-time multiplayer gameplay with low-latency requirements, and ensuring the infrastructure can support a large player base efficiently.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of backend development experience, with strong expertise in C# and Unity. Knowledge of multiplayer server architecture, networking, and the Heroic Labs stack is crucial. The role requires someone who excels in optimizing high-load systems and demonstrates excellent problem-solving abilities.

Working with a small, talented team, you'll have the opportunity to make significant impacts on a game that reaches millions of players. The position offers best-in-class compensation and various benefits based on your country of residence, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced developers looking to work on large-scale gaming projects.

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Responsibilities For Senior Multiplayer Server Developer - Paper.io 2

  • Build multiplayer features for Paper using Nakama
  • Develop social multiplayer features (leaderboards with real user data)
  • Create real-time multiplayer for core gameplay
  • Scale multiplayer infrastructure to support large player base
  • Collaborate with small team

Requirements For Senior Multiplayer Server Developer - Paper.io 2

  • 5+ years of professional back-end development experience
  • Professional experience in C# and Unity
  • Proven expertise in multiplayer server architecture and networking
  • Experience with Heroic Labs stack (preferred)
  • Skilled in optimizing high-load systems
  • Strong communication in English
  • Proactive developer committed to high quality

Benefits For Senior Multiplayer Server Developer - Paper.io 2

  • Best-in-class compensation
  • Other benefits according to country of residence

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