Senior Associate Software Engineer (Core Java)

Light & Wonder; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Light & Wonder in Pune hires a Senior Associate Back-End Software Engineer to help develop and maintain backend game engines powering online slot games. You will collaborate with designers, mathematicians and frontend developers to deliver engaging experiences and clean, scalable code.

The role emphasizes Java proficiency, OOP discipline, testing, documentation, and participation in code reviews to advance game development pipelines and career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong Java or object-oriented programming background with solid OOP fundamentals.
• Experience with data structures, algorithms and design patterns.
• Familiarity with XML and JSON data formats along with debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain game engines for Light & Wonder digital games.
• Write comprehensive tests to ensure quality and reliability.
• Create technical docs and share best practices with the team.
• Collaborate with game designers and mathematicians to implement mechanics.
• Work with frontend developers for seamless engine integration.
• Assist QA in testing and debugging games.
• Participate in code reviews and improve development pipelines.
• Contribute to tooling and processes to boost efficiency.
• Participate in team meetings and support overall success.

Skills

Java / OOP

Data structures

Design patterns

XML / JSON

Git

Jira / Agile

SQL databases

Debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Git

Maven

JUnit

XML parsers

SQL tooling

Job description

iGaming:
If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It’s all about the games, and our digital teamleads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world’s most successful online gaming providers.

About Company

Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can’t get enough of.

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,500+ member team with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit (www.lnw.com)

We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally.

Our Values

• Dare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.

• Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways

• Never settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.

• Uphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.

• Win as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.

Senior Associate Software Engineer- Java Backend

• Job Location: Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune.

• Required Experience:1-3 years

• Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior Associate Back-End Software Engineer to join our team at Light & Wonder. In this role, you will help develop and maintain our backend game engines, contributing to the creation of top-quality online slot games. You will collaborate closely with game designers, mathematicians, and frontend developers to deliver engaging and innovative gaming experiences.
As part of our development team, you will implement the rules and mechanics of our online slot games. Familiarity with Java or another object-oriented programming language is highly recommended, along with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code. This position offers opportunities to expand your skills in game development and general programming, working on exciting projects that will challenge you and support your career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining game engines for Light & Wonder digital games

• Writing comprehensive tests to ensure quality and reliability

• Creating technical and process documentation to share knowledge and best practices with the team

• Collaborating with game designers and mathematicians to implement game mechanics and features

• Working with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration of game engines with game clients

• Assisting the Quality Assurance team in testing and debugging games

• Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to other developers

• Contributing to the development of tools and processes to improve the efficiency of the game development pipeline

• Actively participating in team meetings and supporting the overall success of the team

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Java or another object-oriented programming language, with a strong understanding of OOP principles

• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms

• Good knowledge of design patterns and their appropriate use

• Familiarity with structured file formats such as XML and JSON

• Ability to use debugging tools and analyse logs

• Practical experience with Version Control Systems (VCS), such as Git

• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies and tools like Jira

• Familiarity with SSH and command-line tools

• Knowledge of SQL databases and SQL queries

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics or a related field

• Understanding of online casino games and common game mechanics

• Experience with Java build tools such as Maven and its ecosystem

• Experience with scripting languages such as Python

• Experience with frontend technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and browser debugging tools

• Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools

• Familiarity with mathematical and statistical concepts

• Experience with Excel and basic spreadsheet functions

• Passion for programming and state-of-the-art technology