We are BLAST – the global esports media network delivering world class entertainment experiences. Whether it be intimate broadcast studio shows, arena events, digital platforms or top-class multi-platform content, we create the most exciting, exhilarating and euphoric moments in esports. This includes BLAST Premier; a worldwide Counter-Strike: Global Offensive tournament where the best teams and brightest stars fight it out for a $4.25m total prize pool.

We are looking for a problem solving, structured and senior Backend Engineer to join our team on a journey of creating multiple advanced digital products. You will be given a one-of-time opportunity to be part of a highly ambitious project from the get-go, were your opinion, work and knowledge will play a big role in the entire development and product life cycle.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setting up a scalable architecture on AWS or Google

• Developing a frontend-facing API using TypeScript/Go/Java(Kotlin) or similar

• Creating stable and documented code(E.g. Using Swagger/Postman, well-known frameworks etc.)

• Setting up the CD/CI Pipelines for safe releases

• Setting up and optimizing SQL queries/databases for scale

• Constantly improving and optimizing our data-to-consumer funnel(E.g. Lambda for fast serverless endpoints)

• Feedback and sparring with Product Owners on Roadmap

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 3+ years of professional experience

• Proven track record in developing scalable backend applications

• Proven track record of maintaining and setting up backend infrastructures

• Comfortable with drawing schematic diagrams, creating documentation and giving your opinion on technologies, features and best practices.

• Great at working in high-paced environments

• Experience leading and hiring other developers

Duration: 12 month contract with the possibility of extension