Lead Server Engineer

Plays a critical part in the system architecture design process, taking ownership of the technical design and implementation of foundational modules and critical services. It leads a team of engineers and reports directly to the Server Architecture Lead. The role sits within EA SPORTS FC Mobile Shanghai, a global team devoted to developing and operating a high-quality mobile football game experience.

• Develop and maintain server-side code and ensure its robustness.
• Design architecture and frameworks, including underlying services or modules, service encapsulation, database storage, and data caching, during feature development.
• Oversee server-side tasks and develop tools to ensure the healthy operation of the game server.
• Manage team projects and tasks related to server architecture and framework implementation, including planning, estimation, breakdown, coordination, and delivery commitment.
• Troubleshoot complex server-related technical issues to minimise critical issues, downtime, and service interruptions.
• Collaborate with team members, stakeholders, operations teams, and external partners.
• Demonstrate impact through dialogue, teamwork, and guidance to junior team members.
• Lead and inspire a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Mentor and train team members, promoting skill development and career growth.

• At least 8 years' experience in server development, including 3+ years' team management experience.
• Proficiency in at least one of Java, C++, or Go.
• Knowledge of common networking protocols (e.g. TCP, UDP, HTTP, and WebSocket).
• Knowledge of relational databases (e.g. MySQL or Postgres), NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB), and in-memory data structure stores (e.g. Redis).
• Knowledge of container and serverless technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience in development for the Linux platform.
• Experience in version control software such as Git and Perforce.
• Excellent debugging capabilities.
• Experience in at least one shipped large online game development.
• Proficient in reading and writing English documents.

• Familiarity with the Agile/Scrum methodology.

• Promotes and supports maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Values team synergy and a relaxed working environment.

culture values creativity, autonomy, and collaboration, and the team is passionate, innovative, and open to possibilities.