Senior Software Engineer (Node.js, Game Tribe)

Playson; France; À distance; EUR 50 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading iGaming supplier is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js) in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. This role involves developing game services and working on high-load systems. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in Node.js/TypeScript, along with expertise in messaging systems and distributed technologies. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible work schedule, and unlimited paid vacation.

Prestations

Competitive Salary

Quarterly Bonuses

Flexible Schedule

Remote Work Option

Medical Insurance

Financial Support for Life Events

Unlimited Paid Vacation

Unlimited Paid Sick Leave

Professional Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strong development experience in Node.js/TypeScript.
• Experience with writing e2e & unit tests.
• Experience developing production-ready solutions.

Responsabilités

• Develop brand new features with a distributed team.
• Proactively propose new ideas.
• Develop a scalable high load system.
• Code and architectural review.

Connaissances

Node.js/TypeScript

Async approaches

Messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Distributed systems

Formation

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Outils

MySQL

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

MongoDB

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Kubernetes

Description du poste

Overview

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our partners with a high-end, microservice-based platform designed to handle billions of financial transactions per day. Our cross-regional setup is built with one goal in mind: zero-latency performance. We invest heavily in delivering the best gameplay experience, ensuring smooth connections regardless of bandwidth or internet coverage.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js) to join our Game Tribe. In this role you will collaborate closely with Head of Gamification and other engineers, to build and evolve the game services, contributing to:

• Slot game engine development
• Microservices (e.g., fraud detection, release processes)
• R&D tasks around game mechanics, math packages, and new gameplay features
• Hypothesis testing and fast prototyping (PoC-first mindset)

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

• A degree in Computer Science or related field
• Strong development experience in Node.js/TypeScript, 5+ years
• Strong understanding of Async approaches
• Experience with Messaging systems like Kafka, RabbitMQ
• Experience in distributed systems
• Experience with RDBMs (MySQL, PostgreSQL etc.), columnar DBs (Redshift, ClickHouse etc.), NoSQL (DynamoDB, MongoDB, etc)
• Experience in writing e2e & unit tests
• Experience with development of production-ready solutions

Would be beneficial to know

• Understanding of enterprise development patterns
• Experienced with large-scale microservices architecture
• Experience with cloud providers (AWS, GCP, etc.)
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Active performance observation
• Gambling domain experience
• Understanding of application security and industry standards, its best practices

What will you be doing?

• Become part of a full-stack team of the product, which is positioned as an independent part of the platform
• Develop brand new features with a distributed team and be proactive in terms of proposing new ideas
• Develop a scalable high load system, with financial results’ responsibility
• Code and architectural review
• Proactive position in solution development, processes improvements
• Handle complex business problems that might arise during solution development and provide field support with creative and rapid solutions

What you get in return

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary in EUR, subject to annual performance reviews
• Quarterly Bonuses: Benefit from a transparent and systematic quarterly bonus system
• Flexible Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs
• Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort
• Medical Insurance: Receive comprehensive medical insurance for both you and a significant other
• Financial Support for Life Events: We provide financial support during special life events
• Unlimited Paid Vacation: Enjoy unlimited paid vacation leave
• Unlimited Paid Sick Leave: Take unlimited paid sick leave whenever necessary
• Professional Development: Get reimbursement for professional development courses and training

Recruitment process

1. HR Interview - 30 min
2. Technical interview with live coding - 90 min
3. 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!

Ambitious goals request a quick ability to maneuver through changes in the world. Playson is all about that.

Join us today!