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Technical Lead (PHP)

Gameloft Saigon
Full-time
On-site
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Developer, Management

Company Description

Welcome to Saigon Studio!

Created in 2004, we have been one of the leading studios in Vietnam’s gaming industry. Our diverse expertise has enabled us to successfully bring Gameloft’s hits to audiences around the world.

We are looking for passionate talents with diverse expertise to join our exciting projects ‒ ranging from developing PC, console, and mobile games in collaboration with our fellow studios, to creating new content and features for our live games, bringing joy to our players worldwide.

    Job Description

    Gameloft is seeking a talented Technical Lead to join our Acquisition Development team. In this role, you will combine hands-on web development with technical leadership, driving the evolution of Gameloft’s global acquisition and antifraud systems—the solutions that support, protect, and optimize the company’s web stores and user acquisition flows.

    You will lead technical initiatives, mentor developers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions. In addition to guiding the technical direction, you will take a hands-on role in implementing antifraud mechanisms and integrating user acquisition partner APIs, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of global acquisition operations.

    Main Responsibilities:

    • Lead the development and enhancement of tools and services powering user acquisition and deployment flows.
    • Define and uphold technical standards, system design principles, and best practices for supported solutions.
    • Drive the integration of third-party antifraud solutions, acquisition systems, and partner APIs to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable acquisition processes.
    • Collaborate with external solution providers and internal store development teams to ensure seamless integration and reliable operations.
    • Take ownership of technical delivery, ensuring high-quality, timely, and maintainable outcomes.
    • Identify and resolve technical challenges, optimizing performance and fraud prevention efficiency.
    • Mentor developers and promote strong coding standards, security awareness, and technical excellence across the team.

    Qualifications

    Job Requirements:

    • 4+ years of experience in web application development.
    • 2+ years of hands-on PHP development experience.
    • Experience leading or coordinating development efforts within a team.
    • Strong proficiency in JavaScript and solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and DOM manipulation.
    • Experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
    • Good understanding of web application security principles and best practices.
    • Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

    Nice to have:

    • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows.
    • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker.
    • Understanding of fraud detection concepts or antifraud systems.
    • Awareness of GDPR and general data privacy practices.
    • Hands-on experience with SQL or NoSQL databases.

    Additional Information

    Recruitment Process:

    • (1) Screening call;
      Only candidates whose qualifications align with the role will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your understanding.
    • (2) Test;
    • (3) Interview(s);
    • (4) Offer.

    Work Location and Hours:

    • Work location: 26 Ung Van Khiem, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
    • Work hours: 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

    Why Join Gameloft?

    • You want to work in an exceptional industry and create games downloaded more than 1 billion times per year.
    • You want to be part of a talented and supportive team of pioneers who have a passion for creating video games.
    • You want to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.
    • You want to join a global company and meet great people around the world.
    • You will work on an employment contract with competitive remuneration and benefits package.
    • You are looking for a fun place to work in the heart of the city.
    • You want to work for one of the best companies in the region, certified by the HR Asia Awards 2024 as one of the Best Companies to Work For in Asia and recognized for Diversity, Equity. and Inclusion.

    What We Offer:

    • A hybrid working model (3 days WFO and 2 days WFH).
    • A dynamic workplace environment, with over 18 nationalities, where hundreds of world-renowned game titles were born.
    • A range of well-being events and policies to support employees physically, mentally, and emotionally.
    • An open-space office, a cafeteria, a terrace and a Gaming Area.
    • Various training packages, including internal training, sponsorship training, and e-learning (iLearn, Udemy,...).
    • Opportunities to collaborate and train with Gameloft worldwide experts and develop yourselves.
    • An attractive monthly salary alongside Tet and other performance bonuses.
    • Minimum 12 days of paid annual leave, plus 5 days of paid sick leave, Christmas leave, Birthday leave,...
    • 100% coverage of mandatory insurance and extra healthcare insurance.
    • A monthly allowance to support lunch meals and working-from-home electricity and Internet bills.
    • Other benefits from one of the best employers in Vietnam.

    What's more?

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