Anti-Cheat Developer (Java/Minecraft)
Anti-Cheat Developer (Java/Minecraft)
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29-07-2025
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Were looking for a highly skilled and experienced Anti-Cheat Developer to lead the protection of our Minecraft networks integrity from day one.
As part of our core development team youll take full ownership of designing and maintaining advanced anti-cheat systems tailored to our gameplay infrastructure and player experience.
Tasks
- Design implement and maintain advanced anti-cheat systems tailored for Minecraft Java Edition servers
- Analyze common cheat client behavior and exploit patterns to proactively identify vulnerabilities
- Develop low-latency server-side checks using NMS and packet-level analysis to detect and mitigate cheating
- Monitor and log suspicious player behavior for both automated flagging and manual review
- Collaborate with other developers to ensure compatibility with custom mechanics and systems
- Continuously profile test and optimize anti-cheat logic for performance accuracy and false-positive reduction
- Maintain detailed technical documentation and changelogs for anti-cheat modules
- Stay up to date with evolving cheat client techniques and contribute to long-term security strategy
- Actively participate in playtests and internal audits to validate cheat resilience and player experience integrity
- Support moderation teams with tooling and data pipelines that enhance real-time decision-making
Requirements
- 3 years of experience with Java in production-level environments
- Proven experience developing analyzing or patching anti-cheat systems for Minecraft servers
- In-depth technical knowledge of CraftBukkit/Spigot and Paper as
well as Minecraft versions client-server behavior and internals - Strong experience with NMS and handling network packets
- Team-oriented mindset youre motivated by collaborative success
- Availability for a full-time contractor role (40 hours per week)
Benefits
- The opportunity to shape a brand-new Minecraft network from the ground up
- A highly motivated and experienced dev team working on modern scalable server architecture
- Freedom to innovate real impact on core systems like anti-cheat backend and gameplay infrastructure
- Top-tier hardware provided as needed (high-end laptops test rigs etc.)
- Access to a powerful development and testing environment including a dedicated dev network
- Long-term contractor role with a stable professional work setup
- Fully remote work from anywhere
Were building a diverse and inclusive team culture. Regardless of background gender identity or orientation whether youre a volunteer or paid contributor you are welcome here. Always.
Employment Type
Full Time
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