Software Engineer II

Fanatics; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital sports platform is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Trading Engineering team. The role focuses on designing and implementing high-performance solutions within an event-driven architecture. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience building scalable applications and at least 2 years with C#. The position offers the flexibility of remote work, encouraging candidates to join on campus two days a week.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience building scalable applications.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
• Ability to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, high-performance solutions.
• Analyze complex systems to improve performance.
• Support product lifecycle from development to deployment.

Skills

Experience with C#

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Real-world application experience

Job description

Overview

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At Fanatics Betting & Gaming (FBG), a core division of Fanatics' mission to establish the ultimate end-to-end digital sports platform, we're crafting a world where every aspect of a sports fan's passion is catered to. As an Engineer II with Trading Engineering, you'll be thrust into the innovative heart of our risk and trading domain, where the technical challenges are as diverse as they are complex. You will engage with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to build and enhance real-time systems that support FBG operations and Fanatics’ broader goal of revolutionizing sports fan engagement, in an environment that fosters innovation and personal development.

In this environment, your work will directly impact the development of sophisticated systems, driving innovation in how sports fans engage with the Fanatics ecosystem and deliver FBG products. You will tackle unique technical challenges within our real-time decision-making systems, ensuring our platform remains at the forefront of the industry. Your professional growth will be supported as the platform evolves alongside Fanatics' mission to enhance the sports experience for fans worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions within our event-driven architecture, focusing on reliability and efficiency.
• Analyze and address complex problems in multifaceted systems to improve performance and scalability.
• Write efficient, modular, and testable code that aligns with our standards for innovation and quality.
• Support the product lifecycle from concept through development and deployment, ensuring smooth operation and reliability of our platform.
• Communicate effectively, escalate challenges as needed, and participate in code reviews to elevate code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with Product, Quant and Engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of stable and reliable applications aligned with product vision.
• Participate in planning and design discussions, contributing to our product's evolution and design philosophies.
• Enhance software quality through focus on testability, operational metrics, and comprehensive documentation.
• Develop a product-minded understanding of our industry, product, feature set and roadmap.
• Engage in mentorship opportunities to learn and share knowledge, promoting personal and team growth.
• Support critical operations through participation in an on-call rotation.
• Occasionally travel for special events and essential offsite meetings and team collaboration sessions.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of real-world experience building and deploying scalable, high-performance applications.
• 2+ years of experience with C# and cloud platforms (Azure is a plus).
• Effective communication skills, capable of demystifying complex technical topics for diverse audiences.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial, hyper-growth environment with evolving priorities and fast decisions.
• Team-first mentality with a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and a desire to improve.
• Understanding of software design, development, and testing principles including SOLID, DRY, TDD, BDD.
• Passion for software development and system architecture and a willingness to share knowledge within a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with sports betting or a strong interest in sports is desirable.
• Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD).
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in a startup environment.
• Enjoys working in a highly collaborative team environment.

Ready to build the future of sports betting? If you possess some of these skills but not all, we still encourage you to apply. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are open to fully remote candidates based in United Kingdom, but we strongly encourage those who can join us on campus two days per week.