Principal Backend Engineer (Node/TypeScript)

One of our teams is looking for a Principal Backend Engineer to participate in developing our cutting-edge solution, where milliseconds matter. The role involves solving deep tech engineering problems to achieve high availability, lowest possible latency in transaction processing, and efficient resource usage. You will develop and maintain backend applications, optimize systems, lead technical decisions, collaborate with a distributed team, conduct code reviews, and solve complex business problems with innovative solutions.

Must Have

• Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (Redshift, ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB)
• Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests
• Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions

Good to Have

• Background in Java, C#, Go
• Experience with large-scale microservices architecture
• Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS, GCP)
• Knowledge of Kubernetes
• Understanding of application security and industry best practices

Perks & Benefits

• Professional development
• Flexibility in your schedule
• Full Medical Insurance for you and your +1
• Special Life Event financial support
• Unlimited paid vacation leave
• Bonus system
• Unlimited sick leave
• Remote work
• Courses and training reimbursement
• Competitive salary fixed in EUR/USD

###### Role Overview:

‼️ IMPORTANT: Location: EMEA region only.

Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship and DO NOT CURRENTLY HIRE IN THE UNITED STATES. US-BASED APPLICATIONS WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED.

One of our teams is looking for a Principal Backend Engineer to participate in developing our cutting-edge solution, where milliseconds matter. Our problem statement is not straightforward, as we aim to achieve high-end results in all important technical aspects of our business:

• best availability,
• lowest possible latency in all transaction processing operations and in every micro-service,
• the most efficient resource usage.

If you’re a product-passionate person, your mind is keen to solve deep tech engineering problems, and you have a fast "PoC first" approach with a deep sense of ownership, we would love to hear from you.

###### Why Join Us?

• Be a key player in a major tech transformation.
• Work on projects that impact millions globally.
• Enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment.
• Grow your skills with continuous professional development opportunities.

###### To succeed in the role, you will have:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript.
• Background in Java, C#, Go will be a plus.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems.
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (Redshift, ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB).
• Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests.
• Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions.

###### Preferred additional qualifications:

• Experience with large-scale microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Understanding of application security and industry best practices.

###### What will you be doing?

• Develop and maintain backend applications for our gaming platforms.
• Optimize existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Lead technical decisions and influence our SaaS solutions.
• Collaborate with a distributed team to create new features.
• Conduct code and architectural reviews.
• Solve complex business problems with innovative solutions.

###### The recruitment process includes the next steps:

1. HR Interview - 30 min

2. Meeting with Head of Platform 30-45 min

3. Technical interview with live coding 90 min

4. Final Interview with Solution Architect & CTO - 60 min

If the job description rings a bell - take action and apply!

Looking forward to welcoming you to the iGaming world!

Ambitious goals request a quick ability to maneuver through changes in the world. Playson is all about that.

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What you get in return

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• Professional development
• Flexibility in your schedule
• Full Medical Insurance for you and your +1
• Special Life Event financial support
• Unlimited paid vacation leave
• Bonus system
• Unlimited sick leave
• Remote work
• Courses and training reimbursement
• Competitive salary fixed in EUR/USD