Principal Backend Engineer (Node/TypeScript)

Playson Limited; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000

Job description

We are hiring:
Principal Backend Engineer (Node/TypeScript)

Playson is a leading online gaming supplier, founded in 2012, which has developed worldwide recognition in the industry.

Role Overview:

Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship and DO NOT CURRENTLY HIRE IN THE UNITED STATES. US-BASED APPLICATIONS WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED.

One of our teams is looking for a Principal Backend Engineer to participate in developing our cutting-edge solution, where milliseconds matter. Our problem statement is not straightforward, as we aim to achieve high-end results in all important technical aspects of our business:

• Lowest possible latency in all transaction processing operations and in every micro-service.
• The most efficient resource usage.

If you’re a product-passionate person, your mind is keen to solve deep tech engineering problems, and you have a fast "PoC first" approach with a deep sense of ownership, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Be a key player in a major tech transformation.
• Work on projects that impact millions globally.
• Enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment.
• Grow your skills with continuous professional development opportunities.

To succeed in the role, you will have:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript.
• Background in Java, C#, Go will be a plus.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems.
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (Redshift, ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB).
• Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests.
• Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions.

Preferred additional qualifications:

• Experience with large-scale microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Understanding of application security and industry best practices.

What will you be doing?

• Develop and maintain backend applications for our gaming platforms.
• Optimize existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Lead technical decisions and influence our SaaS solutions.
• Collaborate with a distributed team to create new features.
• Conduct code and architectural reviews.
• Solve complex business problems with innovative solutions.

The recruitment process includes the next steps:

• HR Interview - 30 min
• Meeting with Head of Platform - 30-45 min
• Technical interview with live coding - 90 min
• Final Interview with Solution Architect & CTO - 60 min

If the job description rings a bell - take action and apply!

Looking forward to welcoming you to the iGaming world!

What you get in return

Flexibility in your schedule

Full Medical Insurance for you and your +1

Unlimited paid vacation leave

Bonus system

Unlimited sick leave

Courses and training reimbursement

Competitive salary fixed in EUR/USD

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