Intermediate Backend Developer

Are you passionate about building high-performance, scalable backend systems that power innovative digital products? We are looking for an Intermediate Backend Developer to join our growing technology team and play a key role in the development of our industry-leading iGaming SaaS platform.

In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of robust backend services, APIs, and integrations that support our rapidly expanding product ecosystem. You will work alongside talented engineers, product specialists, QA professionals, and DevOps teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing solutions that enhance the player experience and support business growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and is eager to work with modern technologies and distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities

As an Intermediate Backend Developer, you will:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs that form the core of our iGaming SaaS platform.

Enhance and expand existing platform functionality to support growing business demands and product innovation.

Build and maintain integrations with third-party and partner APIs, ensuring seamless interoperability and data exchange.

Develop new features and improvements for our Remote Gaming Server (RGS), with a strong focus on performance, security, and reliability.

Collaborate closely with Frontend Developers, Product Managers, QA Engineers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of our backend infrastructure and development standards.

Conduct code reviews and promote best practices in software engineering.

Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and proactively implement optimizations and fixes.

Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and testable code.

Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices within backend development and the iGaming space.

Required Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have:

A minimum of 5 years' experience in software development within a commercial environment.

At least 2 years' experience developing applications using TypeScript and Node.js.

Strong proficiency in TypeScript development.

Extensive experience working with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and other SQL-based database technologies.

Strong understanding of database design, optimization, and SQL querying.

Experience with Redis and caching technologies.

Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.

Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.

Experience working with message-oriented middleware and messaging technologies, including:

RabbitMQ

Redis Messaging

AMQP Protocols

Experience using Git for source control and version management.

Understanding of CI/CD principles and deployment practices.

Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Experience with Docker and containerised application development.

A relevant Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field (or currently studying towards one).

Preferred & Advantageous Experience

The following will be considered highly advantageous:

Experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.

Familiarity with configuration management and automation tools such as SaltStack or equivalent frameworks.

Experience working with cloud platforms including:

AWS

Microsoft Azure

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Experience with messaging and event-driven technologies such as RabbitMQ or Kafka.

Exposure to highly scalable SaaS or high-transaction environments.

Previous experience within the online gaming or iGaming industry.

Understanding of gaming industry regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices.