IGG Singapore Pte Ltd – Server Programmer (Gaming)

• Design and implement backend architecture for mobile games, including server frameworks, modular components, and network systems.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize game services and supporting applications.
• Evaluate, test, debug, and ensure stability and performance of backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (client programmers, designers, DevOps) to align server solutions with game and product goals.
• Propose scalable and creative technical solutions to meet gameplay and operational needs.
• Ensure timely delivery of tasks in collaboration with internal and remote teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the mobile games industry or backend systems development.
• Strong understanding of the full product development lifecycle — from concept to launch to live ops.
• Proficiency in C/C++ or other object-oriented programming languages.
• Expertise in network protocols: TCP, UDP, HTTP, and socket programming.
• Solid experience with distributed systems, microservices, and scalable architecture (SOA, SaaS).
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.

Advantageous to Have:

• Familiarity with Golang, protocol buffers, Docker, and CentOS.
• Experience with functional or reactive programming paradigms.
• Git or other version control systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining mobile games (iOS & Android platforms).
• Knowledge of client-server data sync mechanisms, such as state or frame synchronisation.