Senior Frontend Developer - Next games

One of the world's leading entertainment services with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games.
Helsinki, Finland
Frontend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Gaming · Entertainment

Description For Senior Frontend Developer - Next games

Netflix's Next Games studio in Helsinki is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join their team creating innovative mobile games. This role combines the excitement of gaming with the technical challenges of frontend development. As a crucial contributor to new game initiatives, you'll focus on UI-centric gaming experiences, working with a diverse team that values caring, courage, and curiosity.

The position offers the opportunity to work with a new tech stack emphasizing flexibility and innovation, allowing for dynamic content delivery to a broad audience. You'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity, with dozens of nationalities and an inclusive environment where individual contributions are valued over cultural fit.

The role demands expertise in frontend engineering, delivering complex features with high-quality, extendable code. You'll work in a hybrid environment from Helsinki, taking projects from initial development through release and live operations. The ideal candidate should be passionate about maintaining code quality, improving team processes, and balancing innovation with practical delivery schedules.

Working at Next Games means joining Netflix, one of the world's leading entertainment services with 283 million paid memberships across 190+ countries. The studio is dedicated to crafting fans-first interactive experiences, combining popular Netflix stories with engaging game mechanics. The team environment is collaborative and diverse, focusing on creating fun gameplay free from free-to-play constraints.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior frontend developer who wants to impact the gaming industry while working with modern technologies like TypeScript and contributing to a product that reaches millions of users worldwide. The role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges, creative freedom, and the stability of working with a global entertainment leader.

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Responsibilities For Senior Frontend Developer - Next games

  • Build gameplay features and systems, with a focus on UI-centric gaming experiences
  • Fix issues and maintain the quality of the codebase
  • Take ownership over features and tasks
  • Provide input on technical matters
  • Collaborate with other stakeholders on game ideas, design, gameplay, and features
  • Resolve performance and stability issues
  • Create and maintain relevant technical documentation

Requirements For Senior Frontend Developer - Next games

TypeScript
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Math, or Engineering
  • Experience in web front-end development
  • Understanding of mobile software platforms (iOS, Android)
  • Experience in professional, team-based software development with shipped product(s) and having worked on a live product
  • Strong knowledge of TypeScript
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Proactive, self-starter mentality and a can-do attitude
  • Good communication skills and proficiency in English

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