Skillz Inc.
Associate Backend Engineer Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Skillz Inc., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Job Description
Software development experience in one or more general‑purpose programming languages such as Golang or Java
Knowledge of computer science fundamentals such as object‑oriented design, algorithm design, data structures, problem solving, and complexity analysis
Experience with distributed, multi‑tiered systems, caching, and relational databases
Effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels internally—software engineers, managers, cross‑functional teams, and across a variety of formats such as technical design and external‑facing presentations
Sets the bar for operational excellence and drives improvements in customer SLAs and system KPIs
Experience & Qualifications
6 months – 2 years of professional work experience in Golang (GO) and/or Java
Experience with distributed systems, caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached), and relational databases
Experience in building backend applications and translating requirements into precise low‑level designs (LLD)
Experience in the gaming industry is preferred, but we also welcome those with a passion for working on services that power games
Proficient in working with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a technical field of study, or equivalent industry experience
Join Skillz and Let’s Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we’ll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. Join our team and be part of the journey. We look forward to having you on board!
Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Software development experience in one or more general‑purpose programming languages such as Golang or Java
Knowledge of computer science fundamentals such as object‑oriented design, algorithm design, data structures, problem solving, and complexity analysis
Experience with distributed, multi‑tiered systems, caching, and relational databases
Effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels internally—software engineers, managers, cross‑functional teams, and across a variety of formats such as technical design and external‑facing presentations
Sets the bar for operational excellence and drives improvements in customer SLAs and system KPIs
Experience & Qualifications
6 months – 2 years of professional work experience in Golang (GO) and/or Java
Experience with distributed systems, caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached), and relational databases
Experience in building backend applications and translating requirements into precise low‑level designs (LLD)
Experience in the gaming industry is preferred, but we also welcome those with a passion for working on services that power games
Proficient in working with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a technical field of study, or equivalent industry experience
Join Skillz and Let’s Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we’ll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. Join our team and be part of the journey. We look forward to having you on board!
Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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