Backend Game Developer (WFH, Full Time)
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What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 1d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
First seen 15d ago
No source stated a posting date, so this is when the listing first reached us — which is a floor, not the real age. Last seen at its source 5h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 18 Oct 2026 (15 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 5 hours ago.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
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Who may apply?
Philippines
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Pay not stated
Similar roles pay A$2,312–3,050/mo
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JazzHR employer's own board first seen 15d ago · last seen 5h ago
The listing
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend services and APIs for web-based games and gaming platforms.
- Manage backend infrastructure using Firebase (Firestore, Authentication, Cloud Functions, Hosting).
- Implement secure user authentication and authorization systems for player accounts.
- Develop Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) systems with permission management using Firebase Authentication and Firestore.
- Handle database operations, data modeling, and schema design using Firestore or other databases.
- Implement real-time data updates and synchronization for multiplayer game features.
- Create and maintain RESTful APIs and WebSocket connections for game clients.
- Develop user management features including registration, login, profile management, and role assignment.
- Optimize database queries and backend performance for scalability.
- Implement game logic on the server side to prevent cheating and ensure fair gameplay.
- Integrate third-party services and APIs for payment processing, analytics, and social features.
- Monitor backend performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements.
- Contribute to system architecture design and technical decision-making.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration between client and server.
- Implement security best practices including data encryption, input validation, and secure API design.
Must-Haves:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong understanding of backend development concepts and server-side programming.
- Experience with Firebase services (Authentication, Firestore, Cloud Functions) or similar BaaS platforms.
- Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js, Python, or similar).
- Understanding of database design and management (SQL or NoSQL).
- Knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.
- Experience with user authentication and authorization systems.
- Basic understanding of security best practices for web applications.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with frontend developers and game designers.
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience with game backend development or multiplayer game systems.
- Knowledge of real-time communication protocols (WebSockets, Socket.io).
- Experience implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) systems.
- Familiarity with game server architecture and networking concepts.
- Understanding of cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Azure).
- Experience with serverless architecture and cloud functions.
- Knowledge of caching strategies (Redis, Memcached).
- Experience with message queues and pub/sub systems.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Experience with game engines and their backend requirements (Unity, Unreal, Phaser).
- Knowledge of anti-cheat systems and game security.
Perks and Benefits:
- 13th Month pay
- Morning Shift + Weekends Off
- 12 Paid Time Off
- HMO upon regularization
- Life insurance upon regularization
- MediCash for personal and dependents use
- Rice, clothing, laundry, and meal allowance
- Achievement Allowances
- Birthday Treats
- Company Events and Treats
- Online trainings/Webinars
- Career advancement and promotion opportunities
Job Type:
- Work from home
- Full-time
- Entry Level
Schedule:
- Day Shift (Australia-based client)
- Monday to Friday
Salary:
- Starts at PHP 18,000 per month
About Kwanii:
Kwanii is a BPO company that operates in Australia and the Philippines. With a strong commitment to excellence, we aim to provide outstanding outsourcing solutions for businesses of all sizes. The company values transparency and honesty, ensuring that clients receive reliable services. Kwanii also prides itself on its proactiveness and adaptability, staying ahead of industry trends and adjusting strategies to meet clients' evolving needs. Whether it's customer support, data entry, back-office processes, or other outsourcing requirements, Kwanii is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that drive both efficiency and growth.