Software Development Engineer I - Fullstack

Sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment is changing, and we’re leading that change. By putting people first. By placing exciting, engaging and entertaining experiences at more fingertips than ever before. We're pulling into pole position by pushing boundaries further. With innovation. With technology. But most importantly, with people like you. Because when you join Entain, it’s your game. So let’s win together!

As a Software Development Engineer, you will design, develop, deploy, and maintain software features for both Backend and Frontend domains.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll be part of the Product & Tech Team, handling the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) with a focus on middle-complexity software components. To succeed in this role you will need to be a skilled developer with a strong foundation in Java and software design principles, capable of handling complex tasks, contributing to a collaborative team environment, and continuously seeking to improve processes and code quality.

Are you ready to be a part of our journey delivering excellence and collaborating with one of the world's biggest online gaming and entertainment groups?

***This is a hybrid role with 2 days/week in the office required.***

What you will do

• Develop and deliver well-defined, moderately complex features as per specifications.
• Debug and resolve issues across development, testing, and production environments.
• Design and implement new features and bug fixes.
• Write clean, scalable, and reusable code, adhering to best practices.
• Participate in team meetings, contribute to feature delivery, and support onboarding of junior team members.
• Act as the initial on-call responder and maintain awareness of the entire story lifecycle.
• Mentor Level 1 team members and engage in the RFC process.

• Expertise in Java, with knowledge of modern language features and frameworks.
• Advanced problem-solving skills in distributed architectures.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design, design patterns, and software development principles.
• Experience with high-performance, low-latency, scalable applications.
• Strong skills in algorithms, data structures, and database concepts (SQL).
• Ability to integrate APIs and use tools like Swagger for documentation.
• Familiarity with Agile Development principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Competence in debugging, version control, and software testing.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and CI/CD automation.
• Intermediate experience in CI/CD automation and orchestration.
• Skills in scripting and process automation.

At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning. Working for us in the US, you can expect to receive benefits like:

• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office
• Healthcare support
• A stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme
• Great development opportunities
• Wellbeing support, and so much more.

And outside of this, you’ll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes, join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.

Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.

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At Entain, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated. 

We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.