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Full-Time Mobile App Developer (.NET MAUI preferred) iOS & Android — Remote (South Asia) Location: Remote (India / Pakistan) Type: Full-time Tech focus: .NET MAUI (preferred) / Cross-platform Mobile ⚠️ Important upfront note This role requires strong mobile UI execution and design sensibility. To proceed, you must be able to share links to live apps on the Apple App Store (and/or Google Play) that demonstrate clean, minimal design and polished user experience. If you cannot provide shipped app links, please do not apply. About the role We’re hiring a full-time Mobile App Developer to build a design-led, consumer-facing mobile application for iOS and Android. The app is fully designed in Figma, with clear user flows, screen definitions, and supporting admin processes. Your role is to take these designs and deliver a production-ready, visually polished, and smooth-feeling mobile app, all the way through App Store and Play Store release. This is a hands-on role with real ownership over how the app looks, feels, and behaves. What you’ll be working on • A cross-platform mobile app (iOS + Android), • Translating Figma designs into pixel-accurate, production UI, • Ensuring slick interactions, smooth transitions, and responsive layouts, • User onboarding, application flows, and status tracking, • Admin-driven workflows and internal review tools, • Secure authentication and backend / API integrations, • App Store and Google Play deployment Tech expectations • .NET MAUI strongly preferred, • Proven experience implementing apps directly from Figma, • Strong mobile UI/UX implementation skills (spacing, typography, layout, interaction), • Experience with REST APIs, auth flows, and state management, • Comfortable delivering apps that feel fast, clean, and well-finished, • 👉 We’re comfortable with AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Copilot, Base44, etc.) where they improve speed and quality What we’re looking for • A clear eye for simple, minimal, effective design, • A track record of shipping real mobile apps, • Ability to turn good designs into great-feeling products, • Comfortable working from Figma, specs, and process diagrams, • Product-minded and detail-oriented, • Clean, maintainable code and sensible architecture choices, • Strong communication skills for remote collaboration Nice to have • End-to-end or lead ownership of a mobile app, • Backend experience (Azure, Firebase, Supabase, etc.), • Experience with CI/CD and store submission, • Prior experience working remotely across time zones Why join us? • Clear designs and requirements — minimal ambiguity, • High bar for quality, but realistic scope, • Ownership of the mobile build, • Remote-first team (South Asia), • Pragmatic, modern approach to tooling and AI, • Opportunity to ship a complete product end-to-end How to apply Apply via LinkedIn with: • A short summary of your mobile development experience, • Links to live apps you’ve shipped (App Store / Play Store), • GitHub (optional but welcome)

At CloudHQ, our mission is to deliver flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses worldwide. Founded by a pioneer in data center REITs, we are a rapidly growing organization with state-of-the-art data center sites globally in locations such as Ashburn, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, Osaka, and São Paulo. As we embark on an exciting phase of global growth, we are looking for top-tier talent to drive our success and shape the future of CloudHQ. This position can be located out of the UK, France or Germany (London, Frankfurt or Paris preferable) Role Overview The Principal Electrical Engineer, Construction, Electrical Subject Matter Expert will provide technical leadership and specialized expertise in the design, delivery, and management of electrical systems for data center projects across Europe. Acting as a trusted advisor within CloudHQ’s Construction Management team, the Electrical SME will ensure that electrical infrastructure is designed, installed, tested, and commissioned to the highest industry standards. This critical role will focus on delivering high-performance electrical systems, addressing technical challenges, and aligning infrastructure development with CloudHQ’s commitment to safety, reliability, scalability, and energy efficiency. The SME will work alongside stakeholders to champion innovation, compliance, and best practices, driving the successful deployment of mission-critical facilities. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership in Electrical Systems • Act as the subject matter expert on all electrical systems for data center construction, including:, • High-voltage systems, • UPS systems, • Switchgear and power distribution infrastructure, • Backup generators, • Electrical monitoring and intelligence systems, • Establish technical standards and provide guidance for the design, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with CloudHQ’s specifications, tenant requirements, regional regulations, and industry standards., • Proactively research and recommend technical solutions for redundancy, energy efficiency, and scalability within data center environments., • Provide value engineering recommendations to optimize cost while maintaining the integrity of electrical performance. Project Support and Execution • Collaborate with Construction Management teams, general contractors, and vendors to resolve electrical-related challenges during design and construction phases., • Conduct technical reviews of construction drawings, specifications, and procurement packages to ensure designs align with operational goals for reliability and safety., • Participate in factory witness testing, validating the performance and compliance of equipment (e.g., UPS, generators, switchgear) prior to delivery., • Provide technical oversight during installation and commissioning, ensuring consistency with design documentation and operational requirements., • Contribute to change control processes for electrical modifications, ensuring all changes are assessed for risk, feasibility, and compliance. Compliance and Risk Management • Ensure electrical systems comply with European building codes, electrical safety regulations, and environmental sustainability principles., • Collaborate with commissioning teams and regulatory bodies to resolve compliance challenges during testing and handover phases., • Identify and mitigate risks related to electrical system design, delivery schedules, and installation, driving proactive solutions to avoid delays or operational interruptions. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management • Serve as a trusted technical advisor for internal teams, external contractors, and tenant representatives, providing clear recommendations and insights on electrical systems., • Represent CloudHQ in Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings and stakeholder coordination sessions, ensuring electrical objectives remain on track throughout the project lifecycle., • Work with tenant teams to customize electrical solutions, achieving their unique operational goals while aligning with CloudHQ’s design standards., • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, utility providers, and industry experts to support smooth delivery and adoption of cutting-edge electrical innovations. Documentation and Reporting • Provide regular technical updates and reports for senior management and stakeholders on electrical system progress, risks, and opportunities., • Maintain comprehensive records of design revisions, testing results, and commissioning documentation for operational and compliance purposes., • Contribute to the development of knowledge-sharing practices, mentoring internal teams and providing training on electrical systems and data center best practices. Required Skills and Experience Technical Expertise • Extensive knowledge of electrical systems design and implementation for mission-critical facilities such as data centers, industrial facilities, or semiconductor environments., • Proven experience with the design, operation, and troubleshooting of:, • High-voltage systems, • UPS systems and power distribution networks, • Backup power systems (e.g., generators), • Precision monitoring and fault-tolerant electrical systems, • Familiarity with energy efficiency technologies and strategies for sustainable electrical solutions in large-scale operations. Construction Management Knowledge • Hands-on experience in the delivery and commissioning of electrical systems during construction-intensive phases, ideally for hyperscale environments., • Skilled in coordinating teams of contractors, vendors, and consultants to deliver electrical scopes within schedule, budget, and quality constraints. Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge • Solid understanding of European regulations and electrical codes, including EN standards governing electrical systems for data centers., • Knowledge of tenant permitting systems and fire safety processes related to electrical installations. Project Management Skills • Strong capability to manage timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables while addressing risk and change challenges., • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet) and design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and power system modeling tools. Communication and Problem-Solving Skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical data into actionable insights for diverse audiences., • Demonstrated ability to resolve technical issues during construction phases, balancing stakeholder expectations with practical solutions. Travel and Flexibility • Willingness to travel extensively across Europe to support project sites, utility meetings, and customer engagement (approximately 50–70% travel)., • Availability to address critical milestones or emergencies during key project phases. Preferred Qualifications Education • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Experience • 7+ years of experience as an electrical engineer or subject matter expert, with significant exposure to hyperscale data centers or industrial-scale applications., • Proven track record of delivering complex electrical systems for large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably within developer-led initiatives. Certifications • Certifications such as CEng, LEED AP, PMP, or equivalent credentials are preferred.

About the role We are looking for an AI Interaction Engineer to lead the development of expressive, emotionally legible robot interactions. This role sits at the intersection of AI, animation, and robotics and focuses on motion, expression, and behavior generation rather than classical task planning or control. This is a high-impact role with significant technical ownership. You will shape both how interactions are built and what expressive capabilities are possible, translating cutting-edge research into robust, real-world systems. What you’ll work on • Lead the design and implementation of AI-based motion and expression generation for robots, • Define interaction architectures that combine motion, timing, and emotional cues, • Translate animation and virtual human research into systems that respect robotic constraints, • Drive technical exploration and prototyping in expressive interaction and embodied AI, • Partner closely with engineers, designers, roboticists, and product engineers to shape interaction quality, • Evaluate, adapt, and integrate state-of-the-art research into production pipelines, • Help set technical direction and best practices for AI-driven interaction work Required experience • Strong experience working with AI / machine learning systems (research and/or applied), • Deep experience in one or more of the following: Human motion generation, Character animation or character control, Emotion recognition or affective computing, Human pose estimation, Virtual humans or embodied AI, • Strong proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (e.g. PyTorch), • Proven ability to translate research ideas into working systems, • Track record of technical ownership and independent problem-solving, • Experience working with robots or physically embodied systems, • Background in computer graphics or animation pipelines, • Publications, patents, or open-source contributions in relevant areas, • Experience mentoring other engineers or influencing technical direction, • Familiarity with real-time or production AI systems Education • Master’s or PhD in AI, Computer Science, Robotics, Computer Graphics, or a related field preferred, However strong candidates with proven skill sets are welcome regardless of educational background Why this role matters Interaction quality is a core differentiator for our product. This role directly shapes how users perceive, understand, and emotionally connect with our robots. As a senior hire, you will have outsized influence on both the technical foundations and the expressive capabilities of the Interaction Team. About Engineered Arts Engineered Arts is the leading manufacturer of full-size humanoid robots used for entertainment, education and communication. With 20 years of hardware and software development, our robots have been sold in over 30 countries worldwide with customers such as NASA, PwC, Meta and many more. Our Ameca robot is well known as ‘the face of AI’ and a social media viral success, taking advantage of the generative AI craze. Along with our ultra-realistic Mesmer range of animated figures our robots continue to surprise and excite visitors at museums, theme parks, visitor attractions and trade shows as well as aid leading universities with AI and robotics research. Our robots are poised to break into the future mega-expansion service robot segment, with applications such as front of house, receptions, check-in desks, information points and PoS. We are also exploring how our humanoid robot technology can disrupt other robotics sectors such as the growing cobot sub-segment of the industrial robotics market. We are a team of dedicated engineers and creatives striving to develop the very best experiences for our customers. Our internal motto is ‘Be Wow’, everything we do is fun, entertaining or surprising to encounter. We always push the boundaries of what is possible in humanoid robotics, researching and developing new systems and techniques to further their appeal. We explore and challenge the human perception of robots as well as the fear and discomfort and the excitement and joy life-like mechanical humanoids present. At Engineered Arts, innovation is at the core of everything we do — and we believe true innovation only happens when diverse minds come together. We are committed to building a workplace where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives feel welcome, supported, and empowered to contribute. Whether you’re an engineer, developer, or creative thinker, we value what makes you unique. We actively promote inclusion across our hiring, design, and development practices, and we’re always looking for new ways to reflect the world around us — in our team, our robots, and our ideas. Because building the future means including everyone in it.” We are committed to equal opportunity in employment and comply with all applicable non-discrimination and equal employment laws in the regions where we operate.

At CloudHQ, our mission is to deliver flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses worldwide. Founded by a pioneer in data center REITs, we are a rapidly growing organization with state-of-the-art data center sites globally in locations such as Ashburn, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, Osaka, and São Paulo. As we embark on an exciting phase of global growth, we are looking for top-tier talent to drive our success and shape the future of CloudHQ. This role can be located in either the UK, France or Germany (London, Paris or Frankfurt preferable) Role Overview The Principal Mechanical Engineer, Construction, Subject Matter Expert (SME) will provide specialized expertise in the design, installation, and commissioning of mechanical systems for developer-led data center construction projects across Europe. Acting as a technical authority, the SME will ensure mechanical systems such as HVAC infrastructure, cooling systems, and fire suppression systems are designed and delivered efficiently, meeting the highest standards for scalability, reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance. As a key advisor to CloudHQ's Construction Management and Development teams, the Mechanical SME will guide technical decisions, resolve challenges, and ensure best practices and innovations are incorporated into all project phases. Key Responsibilities Technical Expertise in Mechanical Design and Delivery • Serve as CloudHQ's technical leader for mechanical systems, including:, • HVAC systems, • Chillers and cooling towers, • Fire suppression systems, • Fuel delivery systems, • Air-handling and distribution systems (AHUs), • Provide guidance during architectural and engineering design reviews to ensure mechanical systems adhere to CloudHQ standards, tenant requirements, and operational goals., • Ensure designs incorporate redundancy, maintainability, and energy optimization for hyperscale environments., • Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to establish technical performance guidelines for mechanical infrastructure., • Identify opportunities for value engineering to improve cost efficiency while maintaining quality and operational requirements. Construction Oversight and Execution • Support the Construction Management team during installation and commissioning phases by providing technical guidance on:, • Installation best practices for HVAC and cooling systems, • Optimization of fire suppression system deployment, • Work on-site as necessary to oversee mechanical system testing, troubleshooting, and final handover to operations., • Proactively resolve on-site technical issues, ensuring alignment with design intent, schedule milestones, and operational standards. Commissioning and Performance Validation • Lead factory witness testing and validate critical system performance for equipment such as:, • Chillers, • Air handling units (AHUs), • Cooling towers, • Fire suppression systems, • Oversee commissioning activities for mechanical systems to ensure quality and compliance with specifications., • Collaborate with commissioning agents and contractors to ensure all equipment undergoes rigorous testing and meets performance benchmarks prior to operational handover., • Provide detailed documentation and performance analysis for final commissioning reports. Compliance and Risk Management • Ensure mechanical designs and installations comply with European Union building codes, fire safety regulations, and environmental standards for energy efficiency and sustainability., • Assess risks associated with mechanical system design or delivery and develop mitigation strategies to minimize delays or disruptions., • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure regulatory and tenant-specific compliance, including permitting processes and fire impairment management. Stakeholder Collaboration and Leadership • Act as a trusted technical advisor across all project phases, providing subject matter expertise to internal construction, engineering, and development teams., • Collaborate with general contractors, consultants, vendors, and operations teams to align mechanical system delivery with overall project goals., • Engage with tenants and their engineering teams to tailor mechanical infrastructure solutions to meet unique requirements., • Represent CloudHQ in external meetings with contractors, utilities, equipment manufacturers, and regulatory bodies. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing • Maintain comprehensive and accurate technical records for design decisions, testing results, and commissioning reports., • Contribute to best-practice frameworks by incorporating lessons learned into future projects., • Mentor CloudHQ staff on mechanical systems, sharing industry trends, emerging innovations, and deep technical insights. Required Skills and Experience Technical Leadership in Mechanical Systems • Expertise in designing and managing mechanical systems for mission-critical facilities such as data centers, pharmaceutical plants, semiconductor facilities, or other large-scale industrial builds., • In-depth experience with:, • HVAC systems and cooling infrastructure, • Fire suppression systems (e.g., water mist, gas suppression), • Chillers, cooling towers, and heat rejection systems, • Air distribution systems (AHUs, CRAC), • Redundancy and scalability concepts for mechanical systems, • Strong ability to identify and implement value engineering solutions without compromising reliability or performance. Construction Oversight and Practical Experience • Hands-on experience in installation and commissioning of mechanical systems for hyperscale environments, with proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues on-site., • Knowledge of prefabrication techniques and modular construction methodologies for mechanical systems., • Experience leading factory witness testing and validating field equipment performance for critical infrastructure. Code Compliance and Sustainability Expertise • Comprehensive understanding of European building codes, safety regulations, and energy efficiency practices for mechanical infrastructures., • Demonstrated application of sustainability principles, including designs that reduce energy consumption while optimizing cooling system performance. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, tenants, and external contractors on complex projects., • Proven ability to manage relationships with industry stakeholders such as consultants, vendors, and regulatory agencies. Problem Solving and Leadership • Proactive problem solver capable of addressing technical challenges quickly while balancing project timelines, budgets, and operational goals., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide teams and ensure alignment of project stakeholders during critical phases of mechanical scopes. Preferred Qualifications Education • Professional certifications such as CEng, LEED AP, or ASHRAE certifications are highly desirable.

Lead React Native Engineer The Role We are looking for a Lead React Native Engineer to join a well funded health technology company building mobile products that power clinically meaningful diagnostic experiences. This is a hands on senior individual contributor role with React Native at the core of the platform. You will take ownership of the mobile architecture across iOS and Android, working on core application foundations, performance critical features, and scalable mobile systems used in real world healthcare settings. This is not a feature factory role. You will have genuine architectural input, clear ownership over what you build, and influence over how the mobile platform evolves as the company scales internationally. What You Will Do • Own and evolve the React Native mobile platform across iOS and Android, • Design and implement scalable mobile architecture using React Native and TypeScript, • Work closely with product, design, and backend teams to deliver high quality mobile experiences, • Define performance standards and improve reliability across the mobile stack, • Architect and maintain state management and application structure at scale, • Integrate native modules using Swift or Kotlin where required, • Work with device capabilities including camera and other hardware integrations, • Improve release processes, testing strategy, and engineering discipline, • Contribute to CI and CD pipelines and mobile deployment workflows, • Lead architectural discussions and set technical direction for mobile engineering What We Are Looking For • Strong production experience with React Native and TypeScript, • Experience using Expo in live production environments, • Deep understanding of React hooks, performance optimisation, and state management patterns, • Experience architecting and scaling complex mobile applications, • High standards for performance, testing, reliability, and release quality, • Ability to communicate architectural trade offs clearly, • Strong ownership mindset and ability to operate autonomously in a senior individual contributor capacity Bonus Points • Experience with modern React Native architecture including Fabric, JSI, and TurboModules, • Native module integration experience with Swift or Kotlin, • Experience working with camera APIs or device level integrations, • Experience with mobile CI and CD tools such as Fastlane, GitHub Actions, or Bitrise, • Exposure to crash monitoring and observability tooling such as Sentry or Firebase, • Experience scaling mobile products across international markets Location and Package • Remote first within the UK with occasional travel for key sessions and events, • £80,000 to £90,000 base salary, • Equity options included Lead React Native Engineer

The Role in a Nutshell We are looking for a Backend-focused Full Stack Developer (Mid or Senior) to join our mission of transforming global access to sport. While we use Angular on the frontend, this role is roughly 80% Backend and Infrastructure. You will take ownership of the Playfinder and Bookteq platforms, ensuring our backend logic is robust and our infrastructure is secure and scalable. Our technical foundations are: • Core Back-End (Primary Focus): Modern PHP (8.2+), Symfony (6.4+), REST APIs, and SQL/Redis., • Infrastructure & DevOps: Owning our release management, security, and infrastructure (Terraform/Ansible)., • Front-End Support: Collaborating with our dedicated Frontend Dev using Angular, TypeScript, and SCSS., • Engineering Quality: A commitment to TDD, SOLID principles, and clear technical documentation. Why join? You will be the primary technical owner of our backend and infrastructure. Whether you are a strong Mid-level dev looking for more autonomy or a Senior looking to lead architectural decisions, you will play a pivotal role in our next two years of strategic growth. Package: £45k-£70k (Subject to experience) + Share Option Scheme + 25 Days Holiday + B’day Off About Playfinder, powering Bookteq Playfinder is a consumer sports marketplace and SaaS booking software scale-up based in Central London. We want to transform access to sport globally and our mission is to provide the best sports booking software and experience. We do this by providing high quality customer experiences on our search and booking marketplace, Playfinder, that has given over 1 million players access to pitches and courts for over 20 sports through our software annually. Alongside this, we enable self-service access and operations for facility operators and activity providers through our booking software, Bookteq. Together, our products drive increased utilisation of sports facilities, additional income for operators, and greater social impact in local communities, enabling more people in more places to play sports. Our Core Values; we are… 🚀 Mission-Driven - We’re different to other companies because of our dedication to improve the lives of both operators and players, and we carry this burden by striving to provide the best technology and customer experience to both sides of the experience. 🧬 Change-Makers - We want people who won’t accept the status quo, but who find a way to improve how something is done, repeatedly. Change making is about having the guts and ambition to bring about positive change. 🧠 Specialists - Our people strive to be specialists in their field, to take accountability and, coupled with a passion to learn, do what they do better than anyone else. Role Summary We are looking for a skilled and passionate Full Stack Developer to work alongside our tech team, General Manager, and commercial colleagues. Playfinder is in a critical phase in its growth; this role is pivotal to ensure we can meet the needs of an ever-evolving and expanding market. This is also a rare opportunity to join a company that has completed the transition from startup to high growth scale up and has a clear, realistic, and exciting two-year strategic plan. The role would be ideal for someone who wants to take real ownership. What we're looking for: • As a Mid-level candidate: You are a confident and talented coder eager to learn from our leadership team and help shape strategic direction while maintaining a robust PHP/Angular stack., • As a Senior candidate: You bring architectural thinking, a passion for mentoring, experience in end-to-end delivery, and the ability to influence our technical roadmap. Key Responsibilities • Backend Ownership: Building new features and maintaining our tech stack., • Collaboration: Providing technical feasibility advice to the product working group and supporting the Frontend Developer with robust API contracts., • Infrastructure & Security: Owning our releases, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring system security. Skills & Experience: • Backend: Expert-level modern PHP (8.2+), Symfony (6.4+), and REST API design., • Front-End: Modern Angular development (Components/State Management), TypeScript, and SCSS., • Documentation: Proficient in consuming, interpreting, and maintaining technical documentation., • DevOps & Tools: Experience with (or a strong desire to own) infrastructure as code (Terraform/Ansible), release management, and security best practices., • Data: Knowledge of SQL, Redis, and performance optimisation., • Frontend: Capable of working within Angular components when required., • Quality: Demonstrated understanding of SOLID, DRY, TDD, and technical documentation., • Process: Familiarity with Scrum/Agile and navigating trade-offs in complex systems. Bonus Experience: • Elasticsearch queries, API Platform, and Server Side Rendering (SSR)., • Familiarity with AWS or GCP would be a plus Package and Benefits • Salary: £45,000 – £70,000 (Subject to experience)., • Time Off: 25 days Annual Leave + Birthday Day Off, • Equity: EMI Share Option Scheme., • Wellbeing: Flex Wellbeing Allowance & NEST Pension Scheme., • Perks: Mac or Linux Laptop, Summer & Xmas socials, and Office refreshments. Location & Hours • Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Flexible core hours)., • Location: Remote-First (UK-Based) with Hybrid Flexibility. While our HQ is in Central London, our tech team operates with a degree of flexibility. Ideally, you are within commutable distance to join us in London one day a week (typically Mondays) for collaboration. However, for the right candidate located further afield, we are happy to discuss a flexible arrangement with occasional travel.

Senior Network Engineer Location: Remote-first Type: Full-time Start: ASAP About Couch Heroes At Couch Heroes, we’re exploring new ground for the MMO genre. In a world where fantasy and ancient technology intertwine, players explore shattered realms, grapple across verticality, solve puzzles, and push back corruption, with progression driven by player expression and discovery. We envision bridging generations of gamers, creating a space where both coexist and journey together. We’re developing in Unreal Engine, in early production, with a team spanning multiple countries. We’re remote-first, based in the UK, and scaling to support a multi-year live-service roadmap. We value autonomy, curiosity, and collaborative ownership, and we’re looking for creators who want to help build something from the ground up. Sound like your kind of thing? We should talk. About the Job A persistent MMO lives or dies on the quality of its networking layer. We need a Senior Network Engineer who can build the server infrastructure, networking architecture, and online systems that allow thousands of players to share a seamless, responsive world. You will report to the CTO and work closely with gameplay engineers, backend developers, and DevOps to design and implement the server architecture, replication systems, and online services that underpin the entire game experience. We are in early production. The studio has been running for three years, and server architecture, zone streaming, player session management, and replication models are still being designed. You will be making foundational decisions about how the game handles player connections, distributes load, and maintains state across a persistent world. These decisions will define the game’s technical ceiling for years to come. Your Role Server Architecture and Networking • Design and implement the server architecture for a persistent MMO: dedicated server topology, zone distribution, player session management, and load balancing., • Build and optimise Unreal Engine networking systems including replication, relevancy, bandwidth management, and client-server authority models., • Architect systems for zone streaming and seamless world transitions so that players move between areas without loading screens or connection drops where possible., • Design scalable matchmaking, instancing, and shard management systems that handle variable player populations and world events., • Profile and optimise network performance: replication bandwidth, tick rates, packet loss handling, and latency compensation across global player populations. Online Services and Infrastructure • Collaborate with backend engineers to build player-facing online services: authentication, friends lists, party systems, guilds, chat, and presence., • Work with DevOps to define server deployment, scaling, and monitoring strategies using cloud infrastructure. Ensure the game can handle peak loads and recover gracefully from failures., • Implement robust reconnection, state recovery, and graceful degradation systems. Players should not lose progress or context due to transient network issues., • Design data persistence strategies for player state, inventory, progression, and world state in a distributed server environment. Collaboration and Quality • Work closely with gameplay engineers to ensure gameplay systems are designed for networked play from the start: server authority, prediction, rollback, and cheat resistance., • Collaborate with QA to define networking test plans, latency simulation environments, and automated stress testing., • Contribute to architecture documentation, technical design reviews, and knowledge sharing across the engineering team., • Provide technical guidance to other engineers on networking best practices and multiplayer system design. Must-Haves • Proven experience in game development or distributed systems engineering, with at least one shipped multiplayer title or live online service., • Strong experience with Unreal Engine networking: replication, relevancy, net serialisation, and dedicated server workflows., • Deep understanding of network programming fundamentals: TCP/UDP, socket programming, packet design, bandwidth management, and latency compensation techniques., • Experience designing server architectures for persistent or session-based multiplayer games, including session management, load distribution, and failover., • Proficiency in C++ with production experience writing networked gameplay and server systems., • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to solving cross-discipline technical problems. Nice-to-Haves • Experience shipping at least one MMO or persistent online world from production through live service., • Experience with cloud infrastructure for game servers: provisioning, auto-scaling, regional deployment, and cost management on AWS, Azure, or GCP., • Familiarity with database systems for game state persistence: relational, document, or key-value stores at scale., • Experience with anti-cheat systems, exploit detection, or security hardening for multiplayer games., • Exposure to large-scale world streaming, spatial partitioning, or interest management systems for persistent online worlds. About You • You think about systems under stress. You design for the worst-case scenario, not the demo., • You understand that networking quality is invisible when done well and game-breaking when done poorly. You take pride in the infrastructure players never notice., • You are comfortable working through ambiguity. Early production means not everything is defined yet, and you see that as an opportunity to shape the right architecture., • You are rigorous about testing and profiling. You do not ship networking code based on assumptions about real-world conditions., • You work autonomously in a remote environment, proactively keeping your lead and collaborators informed., • We are committed to making our hiring process accessible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Couch Heroes have partnered with Skillsearch on this hire. Jack is leading the search directly with the studio leadership, so feel free to reach out to him at . He will be your point of contact throughout. Looking forward to connecting! Equal Opportunities Couch Heroes is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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Lead Full-Stack Developer Location: Remote-first Type: Full-time Start: ASAP About Couch Heroes At Couch Heroes, we’re exploring new ground for the MMO genre. In a world where fantasy and ancient technology intertwine, players explore shattered realms, grapple across verticality, solve puzzles, and push back corruption, with progression driven by player expression and discovery. We envision bridging generations of gamers, creating a space where both coexist and journey together. We’re developing in Unreal Engine, in early production, with a team spanning multiple countries. We’re remote-first, based in the UK, and scaling to support a multi-year live-service roadmap. We value autonomy, curiosity, and collaborative ownership, and we’re looking for creators who want to help build something from the ground up. Sound like your kind of thing? We should talk. About the Job The web and platform layer of an MMO is what players interact with outside the game client: account systems, social features, community tools, content delivery, and the services that tie the live experience together. We need a Lead Full-Stack Developer who can own the architecture of these systems and build the engineering team that delivers them. You will report to the CTO and manage a growing team of web and platform engineers. You will make architectural decisions, stay hands-on with code, and represent the web engineering discipline across the studio in production planning and resourcing decisions. We are in early production. The studio has been running for three years, and core platform infrastructure is being built alongside the game itself. You will be making foundational choices about stack architecture, service boundaries, deployment pipelines, and data models that the team builds on for years to come. This is not a maintenance role. You are building systems from the ground up. Your Role People Leadership and Team Development • Manage a growing team of engineers as the team scales through production: set priorities, assign work, balance workload, and run regular 1:1s focused on progress, career development, and honest feedback., • Lead performance reviews and goal setting aligned to production milestones and individual development plans. Identify skill gaps and address them through coaching, stretch assignments, or training., • Represent the web engineering discipline in cross-discipline leads meetings, production planning, and resourcing conversations. Advocate for team needs and capacity., • Foster a team culture of code quality, shared ownership, and continuous improvement., • Support hiring as the team grows: contribute to job descriptions, review technical submissions, and participate in interview loops. Technical Leadership and Architecture • Architect and lead the development of backend microservices using TypeScript, Node.js, and Express, with MongoDB for persistent storage and Redis for caching, session management, and pub/sub messaging., • Design scalable, well-bounded services that support the throughput and reliability demands of a live-service MMO: player accounts, social systems, marketplace, mail, inventory, and platform integrations., • Own CI/CD pipelines using Azure Pipelines, with Docker and Kubernetes on Azure for container orchestration and deployment. Establish deployment practices that support rapid iteration without compromising stability., • Make architectural decisions about service boundaries, data models, caching strategies, and API design that balance immediate delivery needs with long-term scalability., • Establish monitoring, alerting, and incident response practices using Grafana and Uptime Kuma or equivalent observability tools. Frontend Engineering • Build polished, responsive, and accessible interfaces using TypeScript, React, and Next.js, with Redux for state management and Zod for schema validation., • Collaborate with UI/UX design to ensure clean design-to-implementation handoff and user-centric workflows across platform features., • Ensure frontend systems are built for internationalisation, accessibility, and performance from the start. Platform Integration • Work with gameplay engineering and online services to define how web platform systems integrate with the game client: authentication, account management, social features, content delivery, and analytics., • Collaborate with production to manage scope, schedules, and task breakdowns for web engineering work. Contribute to milestone planning, sprint scoping, and capacity forecasting. Must-Haves • Proven experience in software development, with at least one shipped product or live service., • Proven experience in a senior or lead role with hands-on team leadership experience: running 1:1s, setting goals, conducting reviews, and developing team members., • Strong backend experience with TypeScript, Node.js, and Express for API development., • Production experience with MongoDB and Redis in a services environment., • Strong frontend experience with React and Next.js., • Working knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipeline design., • Experience with Azure Cloud services or equivalent cloud platform., • Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style, with proven experience making architectural decisions in cross-functional teams. Nice-to-Haves • Experience building backend services for games, social platforms, or real-time multiplayer applications., • Experience with Redux, Zod, or equivalent state management and validation libraries., • Familiarity with real-time communication systems: WebSocket at scale, pub/sub architectures, or event-driven service design., • Experience with Grafana, Uptime Kuma, or equivalent observability and monitoring tools., • Experience with OAuth2/JWT authentication flows and identity management., • Experience with Golang or additional backend languages., • Contributions to open-source projects or technical writing that demonstrates systems thinking. About You • You lead by example. You are hands-on when needed and empowering always., • You build systems that last and take pride in readable, maintainable code., • You are comfortable translating product vision into technical decisions and explaining technical constraints to non-technical stakeholders., • You are comfortable working through ambiguity. Early production means not everything is defined yet, and you see that as an opportunity to shape the right architecture., • You balance engineering ideals with delivery pragmatism. You know when to build for the future and when to ship what works., • You work autonomously in a remote environment, proactively keeping your team aligned and your stakeholders informed., • We are committed to making our hiring process accessible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Couch Heroes have partnered with Skillsearch on this hire. Jack is leading the search directly with the studio leadership, so feel free to reach out to him at . He will be your point of contact throughout. Looking forward to connecting! Equal Opportunities Couch Heroes is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Privacy and data We process your personal data as part of the recruitment process. Couch Heroes and Skillsearch both act as data controllers in relation to your application. For details on how your information is collected, used, stored, and your rights under UK GDPR, please review the relevant Privacy Policies below: Couch Heroes: ___ Skillsearch: ___

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