Pocket Worlds

Staff Full-Stack Engineer (Backend Leaning)

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

$100,000 – $140,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
VR & AR, Consumer Software, GamingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer with a strong portfolio in both frontend and backend development is required, with a focus on backend development (70%). Expertise in PHP, Angular or React, Node.js, MySQL, MongoDB, and RabbitMQ is essential, and experience working with Go is a plus. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with non-technical stakeholders are necessary. A passion for creating a user-friendly environment for both team members and customers is also important.

Responsibilities

The Full-Stack Engineer will take full ownership of the development and maintenance of Everskies. They will collaborate closely with the CEO of Pocket Worlds and the original creator of Everskies to understand vision, requirements, and user feedback. The engineer will develop and optimize front-end features using Angular and ensure seamless integration with backend services. They will design and implement backend services using PHP and Go, focusing on performance, scalability, and security. Additionally, they will manage databases using MySQL and MongoDB, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability, and integrate and maintain messaging services using RabbitMQ. Conducting code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure robust, bug-free code will also be part of their duties, along with monitoring, identifying, and resolving performance bottlenecks and keeping abreast of new technology developments.

Skills

PHP
Angular
React
Node.js
MySQL
MongoDB
RabbitMQ
Go
Problem-Solving
Communication

Pocket Worlds

Platform for creating and sharing virtual worlds

About Pocket 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.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$9.7MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Company Equity
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget

Risks

NFT market volatility could impact partnerships like Capsule House.
Technological advancements in VR/AR may outpace Pocket Worlds' current offerings.
Increased competition from platforms like Roblox and Fortnite Creative could affect user engagement.

Differentiation

Pocket Worlds empowers creators with Highrise Studio for easy virtual experience creation.
Highrise offers a unique blend of social interaction and creative freedom.
The platform supports user-generated content, enabling creators to monetize their virtual worlds.

Upsides

Highrise's 680,000 weekly users spend an average of 90 minutes in-game.
Partnerships with NFT projects like Capsule House offer new revenue streams.
The rise of AI-driven tools aligns with Pocket Worlds' user-friendly platform.

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