Senior Software Developer

White Swan Data; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technology company in London is seeking a Senior Software Developer. This role involves developing betting solutions using Python or NodeJS and requires expertise in scraping, computer vision, or data streaming. Candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a background in tech. The position offers a dynamic startup environment with numerous benefits including health insurance and gym membership.

Benefits

Salary depending on experience

Annual discretionary performance bonus

25 days holiday per annum

Private health & dental insurance

Gym membership

Free coffee & snacks at the office

Qualifications

• Professionally experienced using either Python or NodeJS.
• Expertise in one of the following: Scraping, Computer vision, Video streaming, Databasing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to retain information.
• Experience in the financial, betting, or gaming industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product owners and other developers to understand user requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code that adheres to coding standards.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects in a timely manner.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes.

Skills

Python

NodeJS

Scraping / data collection

Computer vision

Video streaming

Databasing and data streaming

Education

BSc in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering or other quantitative discipline

Job description

Senior Software Developer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London, UK

Reporting To: Pierre Weller

Description

Technology is at the heart of our business and has produced consistent and significant results. We are a small but rapidly growing team of mathematicians, data scientists and software engineers constantly striving to refine our world class statistical models while also researching and deploying new ones.

Our work bridges three domains, each challenging in its own right - iGaming, quantitative research and software development. This convergence demands a rare blend of skills and creativity to identify and capitalise on inefficiencies across the iGaming landscape. The opportunities are vast, but we are only as good as the people we bring on board.

As a startup, we offer a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where you’ll work on impactful projects and have the autonomy to explore new ideas. In-person collaboration and innovation are at the heart of what we do, and we are always looking for individuals who can contribute their unique perspectives and talents to help us stay ahead in a constantly evolving industry.

About the Role

The successful candidate will join a team which develops betting solutions. These betting solutions entail the development of mathematical/statistical models and high-performance algorithms; efficient coding; automation of betting operations; data generation, acquisition, storage and manipulation; and performance analysis through back-testing and simulations.

We are on the hunt for a Senior Software Developer experienced in either the Python or NodeJS programming languages.

In addition, we are looking for someone who is an expert in one of the following:

• Scraping / data collection
• Computer vision
• Video streaming
• Databasing, data streaming, architecture + infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product owners, business managers and other developers to understand user requirements and develop high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code that adheres to industry best practices and coding standards.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.
• Develop using the most suitable language with a bias to Python or NodeJS.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in development and apply them to improve the performance and usability of our web applications.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Must have:

• Professionally experienced using either Python or NodeJS.

Expertise in one of the following:

• Scraping / data collection
• Computer vision
• Video streaming
• Databasing, data streaming, architecture + infrastructure

Nice to have:

• Statistical modelling and skills in data analytics.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to retain information.
• BSc in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering or other quantitative discipline.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new environments.
• Experience in the financial, betting, or gaming industries.

Benefits

• Salary depending on experience.
• Annual discretionary performance bonus.
• 25 days holiday per annum, plus UK bank holidays.
• Private health & dental insurance.
• Optical cover through Aviva.
• Pension plan.
• Gympass membership to over 1900 gyms and wellness businesses.
• Breakfast bought in every day and lunch bought in twice a week
• Free coffee & snacks at the office.
• Regular team events & socials.