Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the role
We’re looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the server team for Twilight Towers, one of Fortis’ newest titles now in soft launch. You’ll guide a group of talented engineers in designing, implementing, and operating the scalable, highly available backend services that power the game.
What you'll achieve
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of backend and tools engineers focused on delivering scalable, reliable, and high-performance server solutions.
- Collaborate with the Technical Director to translate the game’s vision into clear technical guidelines, best practices, and quality standards..
- Develop milestone content and realistic production schedules in collaboration with product managers and producers.
- Identify and prioritize technical debt through data-driven analysis, ensuring long-term code health and maintainability.
- Oversee incident response, ensuring timely triage and resolution of live issues, while maintaining service uptime and player experience.
- Support rapid iteration while safeguarding performance, stability, and scalability.
- Create and review technical design documents to guide architectural decisions and educate the wider team.
- Occasionally contribute to code (e.g., small fixes or features) to stay close to the system and provide hands-on technical leadership.
What you'll need to be successful
- Proven experience leading backend or server engineering teams within game development, ideally across all stages — from prototyping to live operations.
- Strong understanding of Unity3D Engine.
- Strong background in scalable and highly available system design,
- including experience deploying software to the public cloud (AWS preferred).
- Solid fluency in C# and modern web app development with .NET.
- Working knowledge of JavaScript (Node.js) and shell scripting (bash).
- Experience with relational (MySQL) and non-relational (Redis, DynamoDB) databases.
- Proficiency in debugging complex systems and identifying root causes under pressure.
- Familiarity with agile management practices (Scrum, Kanban) and tools such as Jira, ClickUp, or Asana.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills — capable of structuring complex information and aligning cross-discipline stakeholders.
- A proactive, independent mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- A passion for crafting reliable, performant systems that elevate player experiences.
Bonus points for:
- Experience with distributed systems frameworks like Orleans or similar Actor Model concepts.
- Experience supporting a live free-to-play game.
- Experience working with distributed or remote teams.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
- We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
- Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
