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Backend Engineer - Gaming

Hybrid in Málaga·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 4 Nov)

LeoVegas Group

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Málaga
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Benefits: Life insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

3+ years of backend development with Java, Spring (Boot) and JPA/Hibernate
Hands-on experience building highly scalable RESTful microservices
Experience with relational databases such as MySQL
Experience implementing resilience patterns (e.g. retries, circuit breakers, graceful degradation)
Experience designing monitoring dashboards (metrics, logs, traces) and alerts to detect issues proactively

Nice to have

Messaging and data: Kafka, Elasticsearch, Hazelcast
Languages and frameworks: Kotlin, Node.js, Akka, GraphQL
Infrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Consul
Observability: Datadog
Online gaming or gambling experience
AI-assisted development (ideally with Claude Code)

WHO ARE WE?
At the core of LeoVegas Group is Team Leo. Our culture is our foundation and is what enables us to innovate, build, and lead as we trailblaze our way through the igaming industry. We're a team of over 2000 innovators, initiators, and groundbreakers working in a fast-paced and agile environment across 19 offices worldwide.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Hybrid work policy (2 days a week of working from home)
4 weeks of Workation (T&C apply)
300 EUR wellness contribution annually
Cobee - benefits app with flexible compensation and discounts
Health insurance (we use Alan)
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (free emotional, legal, and financial support)
Short Fridays - we work until 16:00
Complimentary snacks and drinks in our offices, Monday breakfast and Wednesday fika (Swedish break for coffee and something sweet)
Team and office social events throughout the year

JOIN US!

In our pride, we empower our teammates to find their roar and run with their wildest ideas. We don't wait for things to happen; we pounce and make it happen!

Think you'd be a good fit for the Leo Pride? Give us a roar!

As our company working language is English, please submit your CV in English

The role

Join our dynamic Gaming Team, comprising skilled Backend Engineers and QA experts dedicated to developing and maintaining our cutting-edge Gaming Engine.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in utilising the latest technologies to craft cloud-based, distributed, scalable, and fault-tolerant microservices capable of handling a staggering volume of gaming transactions-approximately 1.3 billion per month. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, including the Regulatory Reporting Team and game operations teams, you'll spearhead innovative projects such as LeoJackpot while ensuring seamless API integrations and optimising performance for an unparalleled gaming experience.

This role is perfect for software craftspeople who thrive in an environment of continual learning, value effective communication, and are eager to push the boundaries of technology within the gaming industry.

What you'll do

Developing and maintaining microservices using Java, Spring Boot and JPA
Integrating new gaming providers into the platform via APIs
Collaborating with frontend teams to expose game data via APIs
Optimising the performance and scalability of backend systems
Ensuring services are production-ready, observable and maintainable through monitoring and alerting
Taking ownership, solving problems and collaborating across teams

About LeoVegas Group

LeoVegas Group is a leading iGaming company that operates a portfolio of online casino and sports betting brands, including LeoVegas, Royal Panda, and BetUK. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the group has grown into a major player in the European online gaming market, with a strong focus on mobile-first gaming experiences and innovative technology. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange and employs over 1,000 people across its operations.

In Spain, LeoVegas has established a significant presence, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as key hubs for its Spanish and Latin American operations. The company is known for its dynamic, fast-paced work culture that emphasizes innovation, data-driven decision-making, and a collaborative environment. For international professionals, LeoVegas offers opportunities in a multicultural setting, with English often used as the working language, and a strong commitment to responsible gaming and regulatory compliance, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the thriving Spanish iGaming sector.

Industry: iGaming
Founded: 2011
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Stockholm, Sweden
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

LeoVegas has a strong international workforce, with employees from over 40 nationalities, making it a multicultural environment.
The company offers relocation support for international hires, including assistance with visas and work permits.
Spain is a key market for LeoVegas, with its Madrid office serving as the hub for Spanish operations, offering opportunities for career growth in a fast-growing region.
LeoVegas is known for its innovative tech stack and data-driven culture, making it an attractive employer for engineers and data scientists.
The company has been recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in several countries, reflecting its positive work culture.

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