Backend Java Developer

Ubisoft

Barcelona, Spain

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Backend Java Developer you will collaborate with the Server team with the following tasks:

Developing the server-side components for highly scalable and available backends for live games using technologies like Java, Redis, MySQL and NodeJS.
Working together with the game teams to implement new features and services for mobile games.
Customizing and tuning games to add new functionality and meet production standards.
Deploy applications to internal and production environments.
Perform DevOps activities for game servers.
Accurately provide technical level-of-effort and schedule estimates on short notice and with incomplete data.
Periodically offer round-the-clock first-line support of the production environments, as part of a rotating on-call duty
Write robust, optimized, and maintainable code.
Writing technical design documents, for milestones and internal use.

QUALIFICATIONS

Are you serious about fun? Do you consistently seek out learning opportunities and aim to beat your high score? Are you open to new ideas, perspectives and cultures and believe that it takes a world to build a world? At Ubisoft, you’ll work alongside passionate and talented teams who are imagining the future of entertainment.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, or related field. Master’s degree in any of these disciplines is a Plus.
Excellent Java programming skills
+2 years of solid and proven experience with server-side Java, including POJO’s, concurrency handling, and distributed systems.
Basic knowledge of JavaScript, jQuery, or other relevant scripting frameworks.
Strong Object-Oriented skills preferred.
Proven experience in server deployment and development using Java.
Database knowledge, preferably with relational and non-relational databases.
Knowledge of standard software engineering and quality assurance practices with a SOLID approach.
Git mastering, and Gitlow best practices are a must.
Be a team player: we use agile development methods, where the team members are in permanent contact. Open mind and good communication skills are a must.
Attention to detail, meticulous and organized working habits. Ability to multi-task and to adapt easily to change. Work without direct supervision.
Genuine interest in games, especially mobile gaming.
Have a good command of English.
Have a work permit for Spain obtained prior to applying for the position is a must.

Bonus:

Knowledge of social networks and app stores programming.
Knowledge of NodeJs, Vue.js or any other Javascript framework.
Knowledge of Java EE environment, EJB, CDI and gradle.
Hands-on production experience with container systems like Docker and container orchestration like EC2 Container Service, Kubernetes, Terraform, etc.
Scalable systems design.
Experience with Linux shell and scripting languages.
Experience with Cloud computing, Amazon Web Services is a plus.
Spanish or Catalan is a plus.

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