Backend Developer

If you're looking to make the best co-op games in the world, you've come to the right place. We're proud to have some of the best game makers and collaborators in the industry working with us. What's more, we're a fun bunch of game developers, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together. Our games are not for everyone. Are they for you?

We are now looking for a Backend Developer

As a Backend Developer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of our backend systems. You will work closely with a collaborative team of developers and engineers, focusing on technologies such as C#, Microsoft Orleans, ASP.NET Core, Azure, and SQL Server. If you are passionate about building scalable and efficient backend solutions, we want to hear from you.

Who you are:

• Proven experience in backend development using C# and ASP.NET Core.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Orleans or other actor model frameworks for distributed and scalable systems.
• Strong expertise in designing and optimizing database structures, preferably with SQL Server.
• Experience with cloud technologies, particularly Azure.
• Understanding of different backend architectural styles and best practices.
• Not required but beneficial if you have experience with Kubernetes and frontend development

What you'll do:

• Application Development: Design and develop backend solutions using C#, ASP.NET Core, and Microsoft Orleans, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Cloud Integration: Utilize Azure services to build and optimize cloud-based backend components, ensuring seamless integration with our applications.
• Database Management: Design and implement efficient database structures using SQL Server, optimizing data storage, and retrieval for optimal system performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Third-party platforms: Build, monitor and maintain integrations with third party platforms.

Our tech stack

• NET/C#, Docker, Kubernetes/AKS, Azure, SQL Server, CosmosDB, Redis, Grafana, Angular, TypeScript

How to apply

If you think that this position matches your background and skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible. We ask that your application always include relevant work samples or a link to your portfolio.

We interview candidates continuously and hire when we find a good fit.

Practical Information

Scope: Full-time: 40 hours per week with initial 6 month probation period.
Location: Office first, hybrid solution possible. You need to be eligible to work in Sweden.

We are a pet friendly office! You can expect to find dogs and occasionally some cats around.

What we offer

Arrowhead Game Studios is a growing team of about 100+ people, best known for our co-op titles. Despite our size, we remain a friendly and down to earth bunch, who love to indulge in our passion for video games together.

Located in a newly built, custom-tailored offices on the Hammarby Kaj waterfront, we enjoy everything Stockholm has to offer. A thriving game dev scene, along with all types of activities are immediately available on our doorstep.

Our talented developers are crucial to our success, therefore we put a lot of emphasis in creating and maintaining a prosperous culture. We're committed to open and transparent communication. Your ideas are welcomed, valued, appreciated - the ceiling for creative discussions is high.

We also have numerous work benefits for all our employees. You can read about them here!