Backend Software Engineer (Magic the Gathering)

Wizards of the Coast, (‘WotC’) is one of the world's largest publishers of adventure games, including Magic: The Gathering® Trading Card Game and Dungeons & Dragons® Roleplaying Games. Wizards of the Coast Poland, which is based in Poznan, is developing digital assets for WotC. 
 

The Role

As a Backend Software Engineer working to support Magic: The Gathering® tabletop play, you will be part of a team of developers who build and enhance web applications, APIs and services which support Magic players, event organizers and retailers around the globe.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services using the latest technologies including Node.js, AWS.
• Write maintainable, high-quality features in a team-based development environment.
• Engage in a shared code base through peer reviews and pull requests.
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests.
• Assist with improving code integration and deployment processes.
• Participate in planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Adhere to and improve processes and coding standards.
• Create and maintain project documentation.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a back-end software engineer building services using technologies like Node.js or .NET Core.
• Proven ability to deliver RESTful and GraphQL APIs using industry-standard practices with scalability and security in mind.
• Experience working with both relational (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, Postgres) and non-relational databases (e.g., DynamoDB, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with building services in the cloud (e.g., AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to think outside of the box.
• A curious attitude with an excitement to learn new things and contribute to all areas of the product.
• Experience with Node.js or Next.js.
• Familiarity with AWS (e.g., Lambda, Gateway, DynamoDB, SNS, SQS, Event Bridge).
• Experience building containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Prior experience breaking down monolithic framework architectures, built in .NET and C#, into smaller distributed services.
• Familiarity with React and TypeScript.
• Experience practicing test-driven development.
• A passion for Magic: The Gathering and, perhaps, Dungeons and Dragons.
• You enjoy throwing Fireballs in the face of danger (but all new party members are welcome!)

Type of Contract: Contract of Employment

Workplace Type: Remote

Salary Range: 15K-18K PLN per month

Language Skills: Fluent in Polish & English

Benefits

• Opportunity to work from home.
• Possibility of flexible working hours.
• Extra days off (1 day to celebrate your birthday, 1 week off in summer - discretionary company shutdown week).
• Private medical care with Medicover for yourself and your family (you only pay the tax on it).
• MyBenefit system - for MultiSport card, tickets and many more ways to spend your points.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistant Program.
• Discretionary annual bonus (based on company and personal performance).
• Recognition/long service awards.
• Study support and 4 hours per month for voluntary work.

Our Values

• Be legendary: practice excellence, improve on our legacy, create awesomeness.
• Build a well-rounded crew: inclusivity and diversity in both our teams and games.
• Delve into dungeons: embrace challenges with openness and creativity.
• Don’t split the party: agree or disagree but commit. Collaborate and have respect for each other.
• It takes a multiverse: we are driven by the lifelong satisfaction of our fans.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and need to request an accommodation, please let your recruiter or coordinator know.

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