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Motion Recruitment

Lead Full Stack Engineer

Motion Recruitment, Boston

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We are a gaming start-up reimagining how players connect, compete, and play online. We’re building a next-generation platform that blends competitive gaming with social interaction, creating immersive experiences for a global community. Our team is made up of passionate engineers, designers, and gamers who are driven by creativity, innovation, and a shared love of games.
We’re looking for a Lead Full Stack Engineer to join us at a pivotal moment. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of critical technology decisions, shape our platform from the ground up, and grow into a senior leadership role within the engineering team.
What You'll Do:

  • Lead the development of new features and architecture across our full stack (React + TypeScript on the frontend, Node.js on the backend)
  • Collaborate closely with product designers, game developers, and other engineers to deliver highly interactive web experiences
  • Own technical decision-making and help shape our engineering culture and best practices
  • Ensure performance, scalability, and security as we scale our platform to thousands of concurrent users
  • Mentor junior developers and help grow the team

You're a Great Fit If You:
  • 5+ years of full stack development experience, ideally at a start-up or fast-growing tech company
  • Are fluent in React, TypeScript , and Node.js
  • Know how to design and consume RESTful or GraphQL APIs
  • Have strong experience with modern CI/CD workflows, testing, and deployment strategies
  • Are excited about gaming, community platforms, or interactive real-time systems
  • Thrive in fast-moving environments and aren’t afraid to wear multiple hats

Bonus Points:
  • Experience with WebSockets, multiplayer game logic, or real-time infrastructure
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Passion for competitive gaming or experience in the game development ecosystem
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