Sandbox Interactive is the ambitious game development studio behind the award-winning game Albion Online. The game is the first true cross-platform MMO, and is playable on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android with more than 350.000 daily players and over 2 million monthly visitors on our website. We started as a small independent group of experienced gaming professionals in 2012, and now employ an international team of more than 100 people. Since 2020, Sandbox Interactive has been part of the Stillfront Group. Our team is passionate about making Albion Online the best game it can be, and we’re constantly on the lookout for talented individuals to join our growing team in the heart of Berlin.
As a member of the Web Team, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the successful delivery and operation of Albion Online. While our team does not develop the game itself, we manage all the essential services that ensure a seamless experience for players. This includes managing the Albion Online website, handling registration and login processes, facilitating in-game purchases, and supporting operational tools for shop management and customer service.
Our infrastructure is both complex and demanding. We operate services that require high performance and 24/7 availability. We are committed to developing and maintaining these systems to ensure excellent reliability and deliver the best possible experience for our users.
As a Software Developer you will:
Work on projects for both internal and external audiences, collaborating with adjacent teams and stakeholders
Develop both our frontend and backend systems, with a strong emphasis on web UI development.
Support the evolution of established systems into modern architectures
Contribute to the code quality of the team by participating in code reviews
Advance unit and integration testing of microservices
Assist in analyzing and fixing issues on the production environment
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
Over 3 years of experience as a software engineer working across both backend and frontend development, however with a strong emphasis on web UI development
A passion and skill for implementing web page layouts with high fidelity to the original design
Proficiency in React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS, as well as practical experience with Java and Spring Boot
Solid communication skills (presentation, verbal and written) in English
Experience with the code review process
Understanding of microservice architecture, API design, REST
Experience with relational databases
Practical experience with PHP and Symphony framework
Experience with Redis and RabbitMQ
BVG corporate ticket
Receive a free company ticket for Germany's public transportation system
Personal Development:
Have a high degree of autonomy and ownership from the start
Develop your skills through company-sponsored training and language courses
Enjoy company-sponsored tickets for Devcom & Gamescom in Cologne
Hybrid Work model:
Combine the best of both worlds, and enjoy the freedom to switch between working in the office and working remotely
Work-life Balance:
Discounted membership to Urban Sport Club for fitness and wellness
Extra vacation days awarded based on years of service, up to a maximum of 30 days annually
Modern & Well-Equipped Office
Work in the heart of Prenzlauer Berg, a central, vibrant neighborhood in Berlin with many dining and entertainment options
Enjoy height-adjustable tables, ergonomic chair options, dimmable lighting, and acoustic panels
Start-up perks
Benefit from free drinks and snacks in the office
Participate in team events, breakfast weeks, summer and winter parties
Sustainable business
Be part of a successful, profitable company on a continued growth path
Gaming-driven culture
Work alongside a supportive team of gaming enthusiasts who are deeply committed to their craft
Global reach
Join a team of industry experts shaping a game enjoyed by hundreds of thousands worldwide
Stillfront is a global games company. We develop and publish digital games that are played by more than 50 million people each month. Our diversified portfolio spans well-established franchises like Big Farm, Jawaker and Supremacy, to smaller, niche games across our different genres. We believe gaming can be a force for good and we want to create a gaming universe that is digital, affordable, equal, and sustainable. Our HQ is in Stockholm, Sweden, but our game development is done by teams and studios all over the world. Our main markets are the US, Japan, MENA, Germany, and the UK. Stillfront's shares (SF) are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.
