Are you passionate about video games? Do you want to keep progressing in an exciting, young and dynamic environment? Gameloft Madrid is currently seeking a Game Server Developer!

Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms and is present on all continents, distributing its games across 100 countries and employing over 6,000 employees.

As Game Server Developer at Gameloft Madrid, you’ll be working with some of the best talents in the world from hit games and franchises including Gods of Rome, which was created in this studio.

Job Description & Environment:

As part of the Programming Department, you will work on developing game servers for iOS games.

Within this framework, your main tasks will include:

• Defining the social and online features of our game servers closely with the design teams.
• Designing and developing our online servers, supervising their deplopment and their maintenance.
• Suggesting the best techniques to offer players the best social and online experience.
• Producing relevant documentation and report to your online lead.

Requirements:

• >2 years of professional experience in developing and launching online games or applications preferably on iOS or Android.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or similar fields or equivalent experience.
• Excellent C/C++ programming skills.
• Linux development experience.
• Experience with network programming and client-server programming model using TCP/IP.
• Experience working with databases (SQL or NoSQL).
• Experience with web scripting language (PHP or Python).
• Experience in HTTP protocol and REST services.
• Experience in debugging / optimization / multithreading.
• Basic knowledge with securing systems (encryption, anti-cheating, denial of service).
• Fluent in English.


Pluses:

• Prior network game or MMO development experience.
• Experience with scalability and high-availability development.
• Experience with load testing and automation
• Experience with peer-to-peer networking using UDP.
• Experience with routing, firewalls, DHCP, DNS, NAT.
• Experience with low-level network diagnostics tools such as tcpdump and wireshark.

And above all, motivation and a passion for video games!

*A technical test will be required as the first step of the selection process.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a professional environment with people who have a passion for creating video games!
• Fun, passionate and creative studio with a casual, friendly atmosphere.
• International environment and open working climate with young, dynamic teams from around the world.
• Salary based upon experience and merit.
• Permanent contract, full-time job and social benefits.
• Flexible schedule
• Career Progression and Development Opportunities.
• Relocation support.
• Excellent working conditions! studio situated in the center of Madrid.


Interested applicants should send their CV (and samples) to
[email protected]. Reference: “Game Server Developer”