Hybrid Software Developer - Trading (Python, Microservices)

Playtech; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming technology company is seeking a Software Developer - Trading to join their Playtech Sports team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in Python and a passion for solving complex technical problems. Responsibilities include developing the Sportsbook product, maintaining production code, and contributing to peer code reviews. The role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowances, and flexible working hours in a supportive environment that values individual contributions.

Benefits

Competitive, experience-based salary

Pension contributions up to 7.5%

Up to 28 days paid holiday

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing and mental health support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience with a modern programming language, preferably Python.
• Experience with Linux or Unix systems.
• Strong interest in Python and open‑source technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Sportsbook product and related applications.
• Implement new features and maintain production code.
• Design innovative solutions to complex problems.

Skills

Python programming

Problem-solving

Communication

Linux/Unix experience

Education

3+ years professional experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Relational databases

NoSQL datastores

Job description

A leading gaming technology company is seeking a Software Developer - Trading to join their Playtech Sports team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in Python and a passion for solving complex technical problems. Responsibilities include developing the Sportsbook product, maintaining production code, and contributing to peer code reviews. The role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowances, and flexible working hours in a supportive environment that values individual contributions.