Senior Backend Developer

Games Inc; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A game development studio is looking for a Senior Backend Developer to create and maintain server-side systems for casino games. This position requires expertise in Java and a passion for iGaming. The role involves developing game engines, APIs, and collaborating with game producers and QA teams. The company promotes a remote-first culture with ample autonomy and competitive benefits tailored to location. If you're passionate about your work in the iGaming industry, this opportunity could be right for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote-first culture

Autonomy in work

Qualifications

• Strong track record in Casino Game development.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in related domains.
• Experience with client-server integrations and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain server-side functionality for gaming systems.
• Develop and optimize API for Casino Game Servers.
• Research and keep up with market trends in casino games.

Skills

Java

Casino Game Engines

Multithreading

Microservice design

MongoDB

Git

Project tracking (JIRA)

Object-Oriented Programming

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Join Games Inc. as a Senior Backend Developer to build and maintain server-side systems, game engines, and APIs for casino games. Requires strong Java skills and a passion for iGaming.

About the company :

Games Inc. is a long-established game studio with over 10 years of experience delivering high-quality real-money casino games. Renowned for visually striking and mathematically rich content, the studio collaborates with top-tier operators across regulated and unregulated markets. The diverse portfolio includes classic slots, bespoke table games, and next-generation crash games, crafted by a team of industry experts. With a proprietary Remote Gaming Server (RGS) and full licensing, Games Inc. ensures full control, scalability, and compliance.

Now expanding distribution, accelerating production, and investing in scalable tech, the studio is evolving into a globally recognised supplier.

What You Will Do

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Backend Developer, responsible for building the Server-side foundations of new and exciting Casino gaming projects. An ideal candidate will stay excited to take on challenges, contribute towards building new verticals and depict strong entrepreneurial skills. Primary responsibilities of this position include building, maintaining, and optimising the company's Casino Game Server, Game Engines, Game APIs, and supporting tools.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and maintaining the back-end functionality, which involves high-volume transaction systems;
• Developing game engines and tools for the Casino Remote Game Server (RGS) from complex math models shaped into programming logic and data structures;
• Developing, enhancing and maintaining existing gaming API’s, game engines, and providing Back-End development support for Front-End Developers;
• Experience in all aspects of the application development lifecycle (analysis and design to implementation and support);
• Working closely with different interfaces such as Game Producers, Mathematicians, Statisticians, Front-end game developers, and QA;
• Coordinating the quality assurance, certification, and translation processes of the games;
• Researching, playing, and studying casino games to stay up-to-date with market trends and competition;
• Performing other tasks as required.

What you'll need to have

• Strong track record of developing and maintaining Casino Game Engines with the successful production of impactful slot games;
• Excellent knowledge of Java;
• Minimum 6 years of experience in related domains;
• Experience with client-server integrations, multithreading and microservice design;
• Experience of working with MongoDB, relational and / or NoSQL databases;
• Solid knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming, MVC and other design principles;
• Experience working with project tracking tools such as JIRA;
• Familiarity with Git and the feature branching approach;
• Highly organised, experienced in running multiple projects and delivering to tight deadlines;
• Passionate about whatever you do and want to make a difference in the iGaming Industry;
• Knowledge or experience with various game development pipelines & methodologies;
• Knowledge about games and / or the casino industry, including the current market landscape;
• Experience working with multiple disciplines, including artists, mathematicians, software developers, etc., in creating games or products;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Participation in team brainstorming;
• Contributing to the review of other developers’ games and code;
• Contributing to the evolution of the team’s processes and best practices;
• Leadership attitude and not afraid to get your hands dirty;
• Excellent teamwork skills and ability to adapt.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• A remote-first culture built on trust, flexibility, and respect;
• An ambitious, transparent leadership team that actually listens;
• Plenty of autonomy and the opportunity to make a big, meaningful impact;
• A product you can influence at the deepest level;
• Competitive salary, holiday, and benefits (tailored depending on location).

If you find this opportunity right for you, don’t hesitate to apply or get in touch with us if you have any questions!