Senior Backend Engineer (Gameplay & Real-time Systems)

mumbai, maharashtra, India • Posted June 09, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: mumbai, maharashtra
Posted: June 09, 2026
Category: api,backend,data,design,docker,frontend,impact,linux,low-latency,mysql,nginx,performance,real-time,red,salesforce,sed,shell,spring,sql,ux
Application Deadline: July 19, 2026

Role Description

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to take ownership of our core Gameplay Backend. You will be responsible for the systems that power real-time chess matches, player ratings, and complex data synchronizations. This is a high-impact role where you will work autonomously on feature development and system stability.


Key Responsibilities

● Own the Gameplay Engine: Maintain and extend the real-time gameplay logic, ensuring low-latency synchronization of chess moves via WebSockets.

● API Development: Design and implement robust RESTful APIs using Spring Boot and WebFlux to support frontend applications.

● Data Integrity: Manage complex data models in MySQL and optimize high-performance caching strategies using Redis.

● System Integration: Maintain and improve integrations with Salesforce, and other third-party services.

● Scalability & Performance: Optimize Nginx configurations and Dockerized deployment...

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