About the Job
Gameberry Labs is hiring Software Development Engineer I (SDE I) to join its engineering team in Bengaluru. As a fast-growing and profitable mobile gaming company, Gameberry Labs develops globally popular games such as Ludo STAR and Parchisi STAR, which have collectively surpassed 250 million downloads. This role offers an opportunity to build high-performance gaming systems while solving challenging engineering problems in a fast-paced startup environment.
As an SDE I, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers, product managers, and designers to build scalable backend services, gameplay features, and platform components. You'll write clean, maintainable code, optimize application performance, participate in code reviews, and contribute to innovative gaming experiences using modern software engineering practices and technologies.
Job Overview
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 1–2 years of software development experience with strong programming fundamentals.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C++, Python, Go, or Kotlin.
- Strong understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and Software Engineering principles.
- Experience building scalable backend services, APIs, or distributed systems is preferred.
- Good knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases, REST APIs, Git, Linux, and version control systems will be an advantage.
- Strong analytical thinking, debugging, problem-solving skills, and the ability to write clean, maintainable code.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, ownership, and willingness to learn while working in a fast-paced product engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable, high-performance software solutions for Gameberry Labs' mobile gaming platforms.
- Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, designers, and QA teams to build engaging gaming experiences and platform features.
- Write clean, efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code by following software engineering best practices and coding standards.
- Develop and optimize backend services, APIs, databases, and application components to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Debug production issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to improve application stability and user experience.
- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, Agile development processes, testing, and continuous software improvement initiatives.
- Work with modern development tools, version control systems, and cloud-based technologies to build reliable software products.
- Continuously learn emerging technologies, improve technical skills, and contribute innovative ideas that enhance product quality and engineering excellence.
Skills Required
- Programming Languages – Strong proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C++, Python, Go, or Kotlin.
- Data Structures & Algorithms – Solid understanding of arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hash tables, recursion, searching, sorting, and algorithmic problem-solving.
- Object-Oriented Programming – Good knowledge of OOP concepts, design patterns, software architecture, debugging, and writing clean, maintainable code.
- Backend Development – Experience with REST APIs, Microservices, Backend Services, and Distributed Systems is preferred.
- Databases – Familiarity with SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or other relational and NoSQL databases.
- Development Tools – Working knowledge of Git, GitHub, Linux, CI/CD pipelines, debugging tools, and version control systems.
- Software Development – Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Agile methodology, code reviews, testing, and performance optimization.
- Professional Skills – Strong analytical thinking, communication, teamwork, ownership, adaptability, problem-solving ability, and a passion for building high-quality software products.
Skills to Add in Your Resume
TECHNICAL SKILLS
| Programming | Java, C++, Python, Go, Kotlin, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) |
| Data Structures | Arrays, Linked Lists, Trees, Graphs, Hash Tables, Algorithms, Problem Solving |
| Backend Development | REST APIs, Microservices, Distributed Systems, Backend Services |
| Databases | SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Database Design |
| Development Tools | Git, GitHub, Linux, CI/CD, Debugging, Version Control |
| Software Engineering | SDLC, Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, Code Review, Performance Optimization |
| Game Development | Scalable Systems, Multiplayer Architecture, Performance Tuning, API Integration |
| Professional Skills | Analytical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Ownership, Adaptability, Problem Solving |
ATS Resume Tip: Include keywords such as Java, C++, Python, Go, Kotlin, Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, REST APIs, Microservices, Distributed Systems, SQL, MongoDB, Redis, Git, Linux, Agile, SDLC, Software Engineering, Backend Development, and Problem Solving. Highlight GitHub repositories, scalable backend projects, game development projects, internships, hackathons, coding contests, open-source contributions, and measurable achievements to improve your ATS score.
Who Can Apply?
- Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Software engineers with 1–2 years of professional experience in software development or backend engineering.
- Applicants who have strong programming skills in Java, C++, Python, Go, Kotlin, or similar programming languages.
- Candidates with a solid understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, System Design, and Software Engineering fundamentals.
- Professionals with experience building REST APIs, backend services, distributed systems, databases, or scalable applications.
- Candidates who have contributed to internships, personal projects, GitHub repositories, hackathons, coding competitions, or open-source software will have an added advantage.
- Individuals passionate about solving challenging engineering problems, optimizing application performance, and building large-scale consumer products.
- Candidates who enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced product engineering environment and are eager to continuously learn new technologies.
Benefits
- Work on globally popular mobile games that have been downloaded by millions of players worldwide.
- Collaborate with experienced software engineers, game developers, product managers, and designers in a fast-paced product engineering environment.
- Build expertise in scalable backend systems, distributed architectures, APIs, databases, and high-performance application development.
- Gain hands-on experience with modern technologies such as Java, C++, Python, Go, Kotlin, SQL, Redis, MongoDB, Git, and cloud-based development tools.
- Participate in Agile software development, code reviews, technical discussions, debugging, testing, and continuous product improvements.
- Strengthen your problem-solving, system design, software engineering, and performance optimization skills by solving real-world engineering challenges.
- Work in a collaborative culture that encourages innovation, ownership, continuous learning, and professional growth.
- Build a strong career in product-based software engineering while contributing to high-scale gaming platforms used by millions of users across the globe.
Estimated Salary
How to Apply
01
Visit the Official Application Page
Click the Apply Now button below to open the official Gameberry Labs application page and carefully review the complete job description, eligibility criteria, and role expectations.
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Complete the Online Application
Fill in your personal, educational, and professional details accurately. Double-check all information before proceeding to the next step.
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Upload Your ATS-Friendly Resume
Upload your latest resume highlighting programming languages, backend development experience, scalable projects, internships, GitHub repositories, coding achievements, and technical certifications.
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Complete the Interview Process
Shortlisted candidates may participate in coding assessments, technical interviews, system design discussions, and behavioral interview rounds before the final selection.
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Submit and Track Your Application
Review your application carefully before submission and regularly monitor your registered email and application portal for interview invitations and recruitment updates.
Resume Tip
Tailor your resume by highlighting Java, C++, Python, Go, Kotlin, Data Structures & Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, REST APIs, SQL, MongoDB, Redis, Git, Linux, Distributed Systems, Backend Development, Agile Development, and Software Engineering fundamentals. Include GitHub repositories, scalable backend projects, internships, hackathons, coding contests, open-source contributions, and measurable achievements to improve your chances of getting shortlisted.
Before You Apply
Important Information
- Carefully review the eligibility criteria and ensure your skills match the Software Development Engineer I role before submitting your application.
- Update your resume with your latest backend projects, GitHub repositories, internships, coding achievements, certifications, and measurable technical accomplishments.
- Strengthen your knowledge of Data Structures & Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, Java/C++/Python, REST APIs, SQL, System Design, and Backend Development before appearing for technical interviews.
- Be prepared to complete coding assessments, technical interviews, system design discussions, and behavioral interview rounds during the hiring process.
- Research Gameberry Labs' products, understand mobile gaming concepts, and be ready to discuss your software engineering projects and problem-solving approach.
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