Job Details

Escape Road: Web Developer

Escape Road is a leading game studio dedicated to creating engaging and innovative gaming experiences for players worldwide. We are looking for a talented Senior Web Developer to join our team and help us build the web presence, tools, and platforms that support our games and community.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Web Developer, you will lead the development of web applications, game-related portals, and online services. You will work closely with game designers, backend developers, and other teams to create seamless, scalable, and high-performance web experiences for our players.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain responsive and interactive web applications for gaming platforms.
• Collaborate with game designers, backend engineers, and UI/UX designers to implement features that enhance player experience.
• Optimize web applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Integrate APIs, microservices, and third-party tools into web systems.
• Mentor and guide junior web developers, conducting code reviews and enforcing best practices.
• Participate in architectural decisions and recommend technologies to improve the tech stack.
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• Monitor and troubleshoot web applications and server-side integrations.
• Stay updated on web technologies, trends, and best practices relevant to the gaming industry.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional web development experience.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular.
• Experience with Node.js, Express, or similar backend technologies.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSocket communication.
• Experience with databases: SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and agile development processes.
• Understanding of performance optimization, caching, and security best practices.
• Experience with game-related web services, such as leaderboards, matchmaking portals, or game stats dashboards, is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.