Software Developer, Data

hackajob; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online gambling company in the UK is hiring a Software Developer to enhance and support their Business-critical data platform. The candidate will join a fast-paced and technology-rich environment, working with tools like Kafka and GCP. Responsibilities include managing core infrastructure and data services, ensuring low latency and high availability solutions. Applicants should possess strong programming skills and be able to handle multiple projects efficiently. This role supports a hybrid working-from-home policy.

Benefits

Hybrid working-from-home policy

Opportunities for growth

Technology-rich environment

Qualifications

• Proficient in at least one high-level programming language such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Experience in using Apache Kafka.
• Experience developing low latency, highly available and scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the core infrastructure and services that power the data ecosystem.
• Develop, enhance, and support the Business-critical data platform.
• Contribute to the management and support of services, tools, and platforms.

Skills

Proficient in high-level programming languages

Experience in using Apache Kafka

Knowledge of dashboards and monitoring stack

Strong problem-solving ability

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Tools

Kafka

GCP

SQL

Job description

hackajob is collaborating with Bet365 to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.

Company Description

At bet365, we're one of the world's leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 9,000 people and serve over 100 million customers in 27 languages. Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, offering an unmatched experience across 96 sports and 700,000 streaming events.

With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe, we handle over 6 billion HTTP requests daily and process more than 2 million bets per hour at peak. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of opportunities for growth, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward‑thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our customers worldwide.

Job Description

As a Software Developer, you will be responsible for the core infrastructure and services that power our data ecosystem. You will be a passionate and technically minded Software Developer, who will develop, enhance and support our expanding Business‑critical data platform.

Working within a delivery focused environment, you will contribute to the management and support of a comprehensive suite of services, tools and platforms, including Kafka, Spanner and BigQuery. This role presents an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced, technology‑rich working environment that is continually growing and evolving. Your work will span real‑time data processing, Cloud database management, data integration, database release automation and the delivery of custom data solutions. This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company’s hybrid working‑from‑home policy.

Qualifications

• Proficient in at least one high‑level programming language such as Python, Java, Go and have the ability to learn new languages and concepts.
• Experience in using Apache Kafka.
• Working in an environment with high volumes of transactions.
• Experience developing low latency, highly available and scalable solutions.
• Knowledge of dashboards and good practices around the monitoring stack.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment on multiple projects with independent deadlines and deliverables.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to interact with all levels of stakeholders.
• Experience working with Linux.
• Strong problem‑solving ability.
• Highly motivated and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

• Developing applications using industry standard technologies including Java, Kafka, CEP, Go, GCP, SQL and others.
• Supporting applications in their Kafka journey from design and implementation.
• Maintaining clean coding practices.
• Developing automation and developer tooling.
• Identifying technical areas of improvement.
• Contributing to data and data streaming solutions both independently and as part of the wider development function.
• Supporting the testing team during testing phases of projects. Conducting testing both functional and performance and undertaking quality assurance of code to ensure accuracy and performance.

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At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don’t hesitate to reach out.