Senior Backend Engineer
Workday- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years), Junior (1 to 2 years)
Pocket Worlds is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our elite team and contribute to the development of our social virtual worlds. We're a fast-paced, innovative startup backed by Y Combinator, tackling a mission at a world-changing scale. This role offers significant ownership and control over your career, allowing you to directly impact the future of our virtual universe.
Platform for creating and sharing virtual worlds
Pocket Worlds creates immersive virtual experiences through its platform, Highrise, where users can build, share, and monetize their own virtual worlds. The platform allows users to explore and interact within environments created by other users, making it accessible for digital creators, gamers, and social enthusiasts. Users can design and sell virtual items and experiences, earning revenue while Pocket Worlds takes a percentage of these transactions. The company differentiates itself by fostering a community-driven environment that emphasizes creativity and connection, encouraging users to express themselves without needing advanced technical skills. The goal of Pocket Worlds is to enhance the way people create and connect in the digital space, providing a unique blend of social interaction and creative freedom.