We are seeking an experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our global technology strategy, software engineering, platform architecture, and game engine development.
In this role, you will bridge technical vision with business goals—architecting ultra-scalable, low-latency gaming systems, ensuring GLI/iTech Labs compliance, and driving innovation across slot game engines, RNG platforms, table games, and back-office ecosystems.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the company’s multi-year technology roadmap aligned with commercial
- Lead the architectural design for real-time game engines (Slots, Table Games, Scratch/Crash/Instant Games) and Remote Gaming Servers (RGS)
- Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (e.g., WebGL/Pixi.js, microservices, cloud-native deployments, AI-driven player personalization, serverless architectures)
- Oversee the end-to-end development of online & offline casino games, ensuring high frame integration in offline cabinets
- Supervise Random Number Generator (RNG) engine development and mathematical model integration (RTP, volatility tuning, hit frequency validation)
- Manage seamless integrations with aggregators, operators, payment gateways, and player management systems (PAM) via robust APIs/SDKs
3. Compliance, Security & Licensing
- Ensure all systems meet stringent regulatory requirements across target jurisdictions (e.g., MGA, UKGC, Curacao, SGA, North America/NJ/ON)
- Lead certification processes with independent testing laboratories (GLI, BMM Testlabs, iTech Labs, eCOGRA)
- Establish enterprise-grade cybersecurity, anti-fraud measures, responsible gaming tools, data privacy protocols (GDPR/CCPA), and SOC 2 / ISO 27001 compliance standards
4. Scalability, Infrastructure & Operations
- Architect high-availability, fault-tolerant infrastructure capable of handling tens of thousands of concurrent bets per second with 99.99% uptime
- Oversee cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP/Azure), Kubernetes orchestration, continuous deployment (CI/CD), and edge-caching distribution (CDN)
- Implement real-time monitoring, incident response, disaster recovery, and automated failovers
5. Engineering Leadership & Team Growth
- Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing engineering organization across Game Dev, Backend, Frontend, QA, DevOps, Data Engine, and Compliance Engineering
- Cultivate an agile culture of engineering excellence, rapid iteration, and strict code quality standards
- Manage annual IT/engineering budgets, vendor relationships, and third-party technology contracts
Qualifications & Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive experience in software engineering leadership roles (CTO, VP of Engineering, Head of Tech)
- 3+ years of hands‑on experience in the iGaming / Online Casino sector, specifically building or scaling Slot games, Table games, or RGS platforms
- Proven track record of taking games/platforms through GLI/iTech Labs certification and operating in regulated markets
- Deep understanding of RNG math integration, Return to Player (RTP) calculations, and Demonstrated ability to scale systems to handle high-concurrency, low-latency transactions
Technical Skill Set
- WebGL, WebSockets
- Backend Tech Stack: Node.js, Go, Java, C++ , or C# / .NET for core game logic and high-throughput transaction processing
- MongoDB
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
- Experience with Live Casino/Table Game stream integration (low-latency video encoding like WebRTC)
- Familiarity with crypto/blockchain gaming mechanics or Provably Fair systems
- Experience managing multi-jurisdictional remote engineering teams
What We Offer
- Competitive C-suite salary + performance bonuses
- Comprehensive health, life, and wellness insurance
- Autonomy to shape the technological future of an expanding iGaming brand