Backend Developer (Games)

Seeking a Backend Developer (Games) to build and maintain server-side systems, game engines, and APIs for casino games. Requires strong Java skills and a passion for iGaming.

What You Will Do:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Backend Developer, responsible for building the Server-side foundations of new and exciting Casino gaming projects. An ideal candidate will stay excited to take challenges, contribute towards building new verticals, and depict strong entrepreneurial skills. Primary responsibilities of this position include building, maintaining, and optimising our Casino Game Server, Game Engines, Game APIs, and supporting tools.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining the back-end functionality, which involves high-volume transaction systems;
• Developing game engines and tools for the Casino Remote Game Server (RGS) from complex math models shaped into programming logic and data structures;
• Developing, enhancing, and maintaining existing gaming API’s, game engines, and providing Back-End development support for Front-End Developers;
• Experience in all aspects of application development lifecycle (analysis and design to implementation and support);
• Working closely with different interfaces such as Game Producers, Mathematicians, Statisticians, Front-end game developers, and QA;
• Coordinating the quality assurance, certification, and translation processes of the games;
• Researching, playing, and studying casino games to stay up-to-date with market trends and competition;
• Performing other tasks as required.

What you'll need to have:

• Strong track record of developing and maintaining Casino Game Engines with the successful production of impactful slot games;
• Excellent knowledge of Java;
• Experience with client-server integrations, multithreading, and micro-service design;
• Experience of working with MongoDB, relational and/or NoSQL databases;
• Solid knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming, MVC, and other design principles;
• Experience working with project tracking tools such as JIRA;
• Familiarity with Git and feature branching approach;
• Highly organised, experienced in running multiple projects and delivering to tight deadlines;
• Passionate about whatever you do and want to make a difference in the iGaming Industry;
• Knowledge or experience with various game development pipelines & methodologies;
• Knowledge about games and/or the casino industry, including the current market landscape;
• Experience working with multiple disciplines, including artists, mathematicians, software developers, etc., in creating games or products;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participation in team brainstorming;
• Contributing to the review of other developers’ games and code;
• Contributing to the evolution of the team’s processes and best practices;
• Leadership attitude and not afraid to get your hands dirty;
• Excellent teamwork skills and ability to adapt.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in related domains;
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science.

The company offers:

• Flexible working hours;
• Free to work from any location;
• Great work-life balance;
• Company culture of transparency & openness;
• Further opportunities for personal development and influence on product direction.

If you find this opportunity right for you, don't hesitate to apply or get in touch with us if you have any questions!