Tech Lead - Node.js

Playson; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading iGaming supplier in France is seeking a Tech Leader - Node.js to develop and maintain backend applications for their gaming platforms. The role requires proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript, strong skills in asynchronous programming, and experience with distributed and messaging systems. This position offers competitive compensation, unlimited paid vacation, and remote-first working arrangements across Europe. Join a dynamic team in delivering high-end solutions that impact millions globally.

Prestations

Competitive compensation package

Unlimited paid vacation & sick leave

Premium health insurance

Learning & development support

Remote-first with flexible working arrangements

International exposure

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases.

Responsabilités

• Developing and maintaining backend applications for gaming platforms.
• Leading technical decisions on SaaS solutions.
• Optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Collaborating with a distributed team to create new features.
• Conducting code and architectural reviews.

Connaissances

Node.js/TypeScript

Kubernetes

Asynchronous programming techniques

Distributed systems

Messaging systems (Apache Kafka, gRPC)

Relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)

NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB)

End-to-end and unit tests

Formation

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Description du poste

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our customers with a high-end micro-service-based platform as a service that aims to process billions of financial transactions per day. We provide a cross-regional setup and are chasing latency reduction down to zero. We highly invest in delivering the best game experience and smooth connection regardless of the internet coverage and bandwidth of the game clients.

Role Overview

One of our teams is looking for a Tech Leader - Node.js 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:

• best availability,
• 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.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems (Apache Kafka, gRPC).
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (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)
• Understanding of application security and industry best practices.

What will you be doing

• Developing and maintaining backend applications for our gaming platforms.
• Optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Leading technical decisions and influencing our SaaS solutions.
• Collaborating with a distributed team to create new features.
• Conducting code and architectural reviews.
• Solving complex business problems with innovative solutions.
• Participating in on-call rotations within the squad to ensure the reliability and availability of our systems.

What you get in return

• Competitive compensation package (with performance-based bonuses up to 50%)
• Unlimited paid vacation & sick leave (B2B model)
• Premium health insurance (for you + 1 family member)
• Learning & development support (courses, certifications, mentoring, conferences)
• Remote-first with flexible working arrangements across Europe or Ukraine
• International exposure – attend industry expos, team gatherings & global meetups

The recruitment process includes the next steps

1. HR Interview - 30 min
2. Meeting with Technical Product Owner - 50 min
3. Technical interview with live coding - 90 min
4. 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! 🙌