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Are you the entry-level Online Services Developer we’re looking for?

We’re PikPok, New Zealand’s longest standing game developer, and we make great game experiences. We want to create and entertain, while being successful and enjoying what we do, and we’re looking for people who want that too.

Over the years, we’ve built loads of games for all sorts of platforms, most recently titles like Rival Stars Horse Racing on Android and iOS and Agent Intercept on Apple Arcade. Our teams are small, and everyone involved can contribute to the decisions that shape the products.

We’re always working to build and maintain a safe and fun studio culture. We’re looking for an entry-level online services developer who wants to learn all about how to build and maintain backend services.

You’ll be working on our online services team, helping to improve and maintain PikPokPlus, our core online services backend. Game product teams are multidisciplinary, and we want someone who wants to support them to bring success through collaborative problem solving. You should enjoy working with others, as well as having foundational knowledge of programming, ideally with some understanding of servers and databases. We’ll do our part by ensuring you’re working with skilled senior staff to learn how to be a great online services developer.

We welcome applications from diverse candidates and those with a range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences.

You’re The Kind Of Person Who

  • Is a great communicator and listener, with strong soft skills.
  • Writes clean, high quality code.
  • Likes learning new things.
  • Is interested in online services and building efficient, stable, platforms.
  • Actively works to collaborate with others.

We’re The Kind Of Studio That

  • Loves making great games.
  • Cares about work/life balance.
  • Uses 1-1s and regular feedback rounds to understand your needs.
  • Can be flexible around family requirements.

Requirements

  • Fluent in one or more programming languages.
  • Tertiary equivalent level of knowledge in programming.
  • Aptitude for learning new skills.
  • Exposure to software architecture and design principles.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Able to talk through problems and collaborate in system design.
  • Must be a New Zealand resident or have relevant Visa.

Desirable

  • Python experience is highly desirable.
  • SQL database knowledge is highly desirable.
  • Experience with Redis, Python web frameworks, and Celery.
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript knowledge.
  • Familiar with Scrum/Agile development practices.
  • Some knowledge of game development, specifically C# & Unity advantageous.
  • Understanding of Kubernetes.
  • Familiarity with DevOps skills.
  • Knowledge of AWS and associated services.