Online Programmer [UK ONLY]

Silent Games

Online Programmer [UK ONLY]

Salary Not Specified

Silent Games, Newcastle upon Tyne

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 5d6f97cc2fb14dccb87cf0dff5ea7acc

Full Job Description

  • Develop online backend infrastructure for our Asynchronous Multiplayer features and other online systems

    Database Programming / SQL Skills

  • Knowledge of RESTful web services

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills


  • Desirables
  • Knowledge of information security

  • Knowledge of Amazon EC2

  • Message queuing

  • CI/CD pipeline experience

  • Desire to work on RPG games with asynchronous multiplayer

  • Experience with Anti-Cheat systems/infrastructures

  • Knowledge of Python

  • Experience integrating online systems with Next Gen console requirements

    Silent Games is a game development studio with a focus on RPG games that give players a sense of autonomy, mastery and purpose. Based in the heart of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, we're building a studio with an aim to foster an open, transparent relationship with our players that will allow us to create high quality Double A games for years to come. If this sounds like something that appeals to you, then check out our roles below or get in touch with a speculative application!, We're looking for an Online Programmer to join Silent Games, a Double A game development studio based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne with a focus on RPG games that give players a sense of autonomy, mastery and purpose. As an Online Programmer you'll be one of a small team of Programmers, working on the online backend infrastructure for our Asynchronous Multiplayer Features and other online systems. You'll have an opportunity to build on existing systems in the way you feel is most effective and have autonomy and control over the online backend architecture.

    24 holidays + bank holidays + 2 community volunteering days annually

  • Private Healthcare including Dental Cashback and Mental Heath support

  • Annual Fitness & Wellbeing Allowance

  • Metro Travel Pass Scheme

  • Flexible working hours

  • Christmas Bonus

  • Christmas Studio Closure

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Relocation Assistance

  • Easy Metro & Train Access