Job Template - Engineering

Easygo Gaming; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Easygo Gaming is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to join our Melbourne-area engineering team. You will focus on building scalable backend services, leading technical discussions, and driving architecture decisions that impact our entertainment platform.

The role emphasizes hands-on coding, collaboration with product managers, and mentorship of junior engineers in a fast-paced, learning-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years backend software development experience.
• Experience with Node.js, microservices, Docker, cloud services.
• Hands-on with CI/CD (AWS CodePipeline, GitHub Actions).
• Proficiency in WebSockets, Pub/Sub, TypeScript, GraphQL, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in hands-on coding, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure code quality and scalability.
• Write efficient, scalable, and maintainable backend code following standards and best practices.
• Lead technical discussions and propose solutions to improve team performance.
• Innovate within the team and drive constructive changes to enhance efficiency.
• Analyze complex problems and provide effective solutions aligned with team goals.
• Lead medium-sized projects or components from start to finish.

Skills

Node.js

Microservices

Docker

Cloud services

CI/CD

WebSockets

Pub/Sub

TypeScript

GraphQL

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Education

CS degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Engineering@Easygo

Easygo leads the world in crafting top‑tier entertainment experiences. Within our engineering organization, we foster a continuous learning environment, constantly pushing the boundaries of large‑scale software design and development. Our culture revolves around fostering growth, nurturing learning, and upholding excellence in engineering, ensuring we consistently set the benchmark for engineering mastery.

Why join us?

Are you a passionate and ambitious software engineer ready to dive into an environment that fosters innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth? We're seeking talented individuals who are eager to tackle complex problems, build scalable solutions, and collaborate with some of the finest engineers in the entertainment industry.

• Complex Projects, Creative Solutions: Dive into intricate projects that challenge and push boundaries. Solve complex technical puzzles and craft scalable solutions.
• Accelerate Your Growth: Access mentorship, training, and hands‑on experiences to level up your skills. Learn from industry experts and gain expertise in scaling software.
• Collaborate with Industry Leaders: Work alongside exceptional engineers, exchanging ideas and driving innovation forward through collaboration.
• Caring Culture, Career Development: We deeply care about your career. Our culture prioritizes your growth with tailored learning programs and mentorship.
• Embrace Challenges, Celebrate Success: Take on challenges, learn from failures, and celebrate achievements together.
• Shape the Future: Your contributions will shape the future of entertainment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively engage in hands‑on coding, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Lead technical discussions and propose solutions that drive team performance and contribute to team and company OKRs.
• Innovate within the team by pushing for improvements and driving constructive changes to enhance team performance and efficiency.
• Analyze complex problems and provide effective solutions, contributing to team goals and initiatives.
• Lead and independently completed medium‑sized projects or components from start to finish.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and take initiative in technical discussions.
• Share knowledge and best practices with the team, fostering a collaborative and learning‑oriented environment.
• Mentor junior engineers by providing guidance and constructive feedback to support their growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to effectively communicate technical concepts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in software engineering, with a primary focus on backend development.
• Experience with technologies such as Node.js, Microservices, Docker, Cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and related technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., AWS Code Pipeline, GitHub Actions) for automating the deployment process.
• Proficiency in Subscriptions technology (WebSockets, Pub/Sub), TypeScript, GraphQL, database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch.
• Strong understanding of code architecture and design principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with teams and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset to address complex technical challenges and devise innovative solutions.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn new technologies to grow as a full‑stack engineer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Svelte + SvelteKit or other server‑side rendering frameworks (e.g., React + NextJS, Vue + Nuxt, Quasar, etc).
• Proficiency in JavaScript fundamentals, Storybook, and related technologies.

If you're passionate about growth, innovation, and working with the best, we'd love to have you on our team!