Embarkstudios
Embark is seeking a Backend Engineer to join the game services group and manage highly scalable backend systems for player-facing online functionality. The role involves designing and maintaining live service features such as matchmaking, inventory, and microtransactions within a complex gaming ecosystem. This position requires strong programming skills in Go and experience with distributed, data-intensive systems to support millions of players.
Headquarters
Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Embark Studios is a Stockholm-based games studio on a mission to blur the line between playing and making. They develop original games alongside research and engineering in real‑time technology, multiplayer systems, and creative tools that empower players to shape and extend experiences. The studio emphasizes live services, player-driven creation, and open research to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment and tooling.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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