High-Performance Game Server Architect

7 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Argus Labs Full time

At Argus Labs, we're revolutionizing the gaming industry with our cutting-edge World Engine. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and developing highly scalable game server systems that deliver unparalleled performance and reliability.

Company Overview

We're not just building games – we're creating immersive worlds where players can thrive. Our approach is centered around World Engine, a state-of-the-art on-chain game server framework that leverages a novel sharded rollup blockchain architecture. This enables us to scale to tens of thousands of concurrent users without compromising performance.

Salary & Benefits

As a key member of our team, you can expect a competitive annual base salary range of $150,000 - $250,000 USD. Plus, enjoy flexible PTO, 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, and up to $1500 desk set-up stipend. We're committed to providing an excellent work-life balance and fostering a supportive environment.

Job Description

Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Designing and developing game server systems that meet the highest standards of scalability, performance, and security.
  • Implementing server-side logic for real-time online multiplayer games.
  • Collaborating with game designers, artists, and client engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimal gameplay experience.
Required Skills & Qualifications

To excel in this role, you'll need:

  • Experience writing backend services in Go, Java, or JavaScript.
  • Deep understanding of multiplayer networking architecture and synchronization strategies.
  • Familiarity with public cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code tooling (Terraform, Pulumi, CDK).
Become Part of Our Team

We're passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in gaming. If you share our enthusiasm and possess the skills and expertise required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of online gaming and take advantage of the opportunities available at Argus Labs.



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