Senior Full Stack / Platform Developer

About Halfbrick

We're Halfbrick, the game dev studio behind smash hits like Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride! Originally from sunny Brisbane, we're now rocking the remote work scene with team members from all corners of the globe. As one of Australia's longest-running and most successful game developers, we pride ourselves on making games that people will look back on with nostalgia.

Why you'll love it

Our vibrant culture and incredible teams are the secret ingredients to our success, and they help us attract and keep top talent! We've created an environment that's collaborative, fun, and brimming with creativity. With a focus on training and professional growth, we ensure our superstar teams stay hungry, humble, and smart. Some other things to get excited about:

• Freedom to work on games you're interested in.
• 100% company transparency.
• Mental health support program.
• Flexible working hours.
• Fully remote - we hire globally, and all our opportunities are available worldwide.
• Annual bonus program.
• Extra leave, including Charity and Meditation leave.
  
  

About the opportunity

As a Senior Full Stack / Platform Developer, you'll lead the development of scalable, cross-platform systems and tools that empower our game teams to ship with confidence and speed. This role is for experienced engineers who thrive on technical ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and designing clean, future-proof systems. You'll architect SDKs and backend services that serve millions of players, and coach others on engineering best practices across the full stack.

As a fully remote organization, we welcome applicants from anywhere, allowing you to contribute your expertise without the need for relocation.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Architecture
• Design and evolve the architecture of our platform SDKs, backend services, and developer tools to support current and future game experiences.
• Champion clean, consistent, and well-documented APIs across platforms (mobile, PC, console, VR).
• Evaluate and guide technology choices across client and server—balancing performance, maintainability, and developer experience.
• Client SDKs & Tooling
• Lead the development of SDKs in C#, C++, Java, and Objective-C for seamless integration across multiple platforms.
• Build Unity Editor tooling and web-based dashboards that streamline game team workflows.
• Establish clear versioning, compatibility, and release processes.
• Backend Services & Infrastructure
• Design and implement scalable REST/gRPC services using Go, Node.js, or similar technologies.
• Integrate with cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP), game backends (Nakama, Firebase), and internal tooling.
• Drive performance, reliability, and observability across our live platform stack.
• Collaboration & Mentorship
• Provide technical leadership within the Platform & Tools team and collaborate with other teams across the studio.
• Review code, share knowledge, and help mentor junior developers in craft, systems thinking, and debugging.
• Collaborate with product managers, game leads, and UX to shape development tools and infrastructure.
• Quality & Support
• Own the quality and stability of the systems you help build, including test coverage, CI/CD integration, and developer documentation.
• Guide internal and external teams in integrating our platform, offering expert advice and troubleshooting support.
  

Skills/Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience across client and server.
• Proven experience designing and maintaining SDKs, APIs, and scalable backend services.
• Advanced proficiency in at least one client-side language (C#, C++, Objective-C, or Java) and one server-side stack (Go, Node.js, Python, etc.).
• Deep understanding of REST/gRPC API design, versioning strategies, and backwards compatibility.
• Experience with CI/CD workflows, automated testing, and cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, GCP).
• Strong communication skills and a track record of effective cross-team collaboration.
• Passion for mentoring and supporting high-quality engineering practices.
  
  

Pluses

• Unity Editor scripting and tooling development.
• Mobile SDK development (iOS/Android).
• Experience supporting live multiplayer games and social systems.
• Familiarity with Nakama, Firebase, or custom game backends.
• Exposure to VR development or platform integration.
• Containerization and infrastructure orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
  
  

About you

You love games... possibly too much. Maybe you've boxed in VR for hours, or you still dream about slicing fruit in the air… or you just have a passion for games, especially ours, and want to help create something players will remember. You're curious, creative, and ready to help us take this game to the next level.

At Halfbrick, we value generalists who love to learn and grow. If you're adaptable, collaborative, and ready to make something truly great—apply now!

Applications close 5 pm AEST 15th August 2025.