Software Developer – Backend Content

Playtech; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming technology company in London is seeking a proactive Software Developer – Backend Content. You will develop the Sportsbook product, implement new features, and maintain production code. Required skills include experience with Python and Linux systems, as well as an understanding of Micro Services and RESTful APIs. Join a fun and supportive team with competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Continuous learning and development

Relaxed work environment

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience with any modern programming language.
• Experience working with Linux or Unix systems.
• Solid experience with relational databases.
• Experience with Micro Services and NoSQL datastores.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Python

C/C++

C#

Linux

Micro Services

RESTful APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

Tools

RabbitMQ

MongoDB

Job description

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Software Developer – Backend Content, London

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Playtech

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Software Developer – Backend Content

• Full-time

Company Description

About Playtech

Founded in 1999, the company has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and is focused on regulated and regulating markets across its B2B and B2C businesses. Both divisions leverage Playtech’s proprietary technology to deliver innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience.

Playtech is the gaming industry's leading technology company delivering business intelligence-driven gaming software, services, content, and platform technology across the industry.
Read more about who we are and what we do here:

Here at Playtech, we genuinely believe that people are our biggest asset. Diverse thoughts, experiences, and individual characteristics enrich our work environment and lead to better business decisions. Recognizing differences and ensuring our processes are transparent is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices.

Ready to level up your career?

Playtech‘sPlaytech Sports unit is looking for a proactive Software Developer – Backend Content with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Job Description

Your influential mission. You will...

• Develop our Sportsbook product and related applications.
• Implement new features and maintain production code.
• Design innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Write and maintain unit tests.
• Collaborate within an agile development process.

Qualifications

Components for success. You...

• Have 1+ years of professional experience with any modern programming language (preferably Python, C/C++, or C#).
• Possess experience working with Linux or Unix systems.
• Demonstrate an interest in Python and open-source technologies.
• Are able to learn on the job and show an aptitude for solving complex technical problems.
• Solid experience with relational databases.
• Experience within a highly technical environment, solving complex problems.
• Experience of using Micro Services, RESTful APIs, message brokers (e.g. RabbitMQ) and NoSQL datastores (e.g. MongoDB).
• Experience of developing applications using non-blocking IO (event loops).
• Experience of Python, Tornado.
• Experience of Docker, Kubernetes.
• Previous commercial experience in Gambling or Sports Betting sector.
• An outside interest in programming reflected by a blog / portfolio, GitHub, Bit Bucket profile or personal website.

Thrive in a culture that values...

• A fun, fast-paced, and supportive team
• Passion for technology and innovation
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning and development
• A creative and relaxed work environment
• Modern office space with great amenities
• Collaboration with smart, driven people

Additional Information

PLAYTECH SPORTS TEAM
Playtech Sports specialises in the provision of online betting and gaming software to UK and global service providers. Headquartered in London and founded in 2005, our GenBet product provides operators with a robust and secure central customer management platform onto which any number of products can be added and managed. Sportsbook, Lottery, Pool Betting and Fixed-Odds Games modules allow the operator to tailor their online service whilst a comprehensive back office and reporting suite provides powerful tools for event and market management. Playtech Sports has been a part of Playtech since January 2012, meaning that existing and future customers now benefit from the industry leading GenBet product suite, delivered on Playtech's comprehensive IMS (information management solution).

Playtech is an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.