Lead Backend Software Engineer (iGaming/Online Casino)

We are an innovative company at the forefront of the iGaming and online casino industry, dedicated to providing seamless, secure, and engaging experiences for our users. We’re seeking a talented Full Stack Software Engineer with expertise in iGaming and deep knowledge of modern web technologies to join our engineering team.

Working Hours:

This position is for 40 hours of work per week, including occasional weekend hours and some hours that overlap with the New York City time zone where the senior engineering leadership is based.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new features and improve existing functionality for our iGaming platform.
• Develop RESTful APIs and serverless applications using Node.js and AWS CDK.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability using ReactJS and NextJS.
• Implement modern UI/UX practices with TailwindCSS to create intuitive and aesthetically pleasing front-end interfaces.
• Integrate and maintain databases using Prisma with PostgreSQL.
• Manage and deploy applications on AWS services, including RDS with PostgreSQL, EC2, ECS Fargate, and Lambda functions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and other technical issues.
• Maintain code quality through peer reviews, continuous integration, and automated testing.
• Familiarity with real-time data processing and live casino game mechanics.

• 3+ years of experience in the online casino industry.
• Proficiency in ReactJS, NextJS, and TailwindCSS for front-end development.
• Strong experience with Node.js and AWS CDK for back-end development.
• Hands-on expertise with Prisma for database interaction, specifically PostgreSQL.
• Experience with AWS services, including Lambda, DynamoDB, RDS, EC2, and ECS Fargate.
• Solid understanding of secure coding practices, especially relevant to online casino platforms.
• Ability to architect scalable and maintainable codebases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with team members and stakeholders.

What We Offer:

• Competitive contract-based compensation.
• Flexibility to work remotely.
• Opportunity to shape a gamified product from the ground up.
• Collaborate with a dynamic and passionate team working at the intersection of education, coaching, and technology.