Senior Full-stack Engineer (Game Tribe)
Department: Game Tribe
Location: European Union
Employment Type: FullTime
Playson is a leading online gaming supplier, founded in 2012, which has developed worldwide recognition in the industry. We offer complete gaming solutions based on the latest technologies and detailed market analysis for the leading iGaming operators.
Our Game Tribe is seeking for a Senior Full-Stack Engineer, in this role you will collaborate closely with Head of Gamification and other engineers, to build and evolve the game services, contributing to:
Slot game engine development
Microservices (e.g., fraud detection, release processes)
R&D tasks around game mechanics, math packages, and new gameplay features
Hypothesis testing and fast prototyping (PoC-first mindset)
What you’ll do:
Design, develop, and maintain backend services for promotional features in Node.js/TypeScript.
Build and enhance frontend UI with Pixi.js and Phaser.js, ensuring usability and performance.
Optimize existing systems for high throughput, low latency, and scalability.
Lead technical decisions, contribute to our SaaS solutions and platform evolution.
Collaborate with a distributed, cross-functional team; proactively propose improvements.
Ensure code and architectural excellence via reviews, SDLC best practices, and automation.
Own quality: write unit, integration, and e2e tests; drive observability and performance.
Participate in on-call rotations to help maintain reliability and availability.
What you need to succeed
Core backend:
5+ years of professional development with Node.js & TypeScript.
Strong understanding of asynchronous patterns (Promises, streams, RxJS preferred).
Experience with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and distributed systems.
Solid work with RDBMS (MySQL/PostgreSQL), NoSQL (DynamoDB/MongoDB/Redis), and columnar/analytics DBs (ClickHouse/Redshift).
Proven delivery of production-ready solutions, including testing (unit/e2e), observability, and performance tuning.
Hands-on with Kubernetes and containerization (Docker).
Good grasp of system design, API design, and network protocols.
Frontend proficiency:
Commercial experience with React (and Redux or modern alternatives), ideally experience with Pixi.js and Phaser.js.
Comfortable with HTML/CSS/SCSS (BEM/SMACSS or similar methodologies).
Ability to translate product requirements into usable, accessible UIs.
Engineering foundations:
Degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience).
Excellent knowledge of CS fundamentals, database theory, and code-testing practices.
Experience building and reviewing clean, testable, performant code across the stack.
Nice to have
Experience with enterprise patterns, microservices at scale, DI frameworks (e.g., Inversify).
Exposure to Event Sourcing and CQRS.
Cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure).
Performance engineering and active production observation (metrics, tracing, profiling).
Security best practices and familiarity with industry standards.
Domain experience in iGaming.
What you get in return:
Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary in EUR, subject to annual performance reviews
Quarterly Bonuses: Benefit from a transparent and systematic quarterly bonus system
Flexible Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs
Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort
Medical Insurance: Receive comprehensive medical insurance for both you and a significant other
Financial Support for Life Events: We provide financial support during special life events
Unlimited Paid Vacation: Enjoy unlimited paid vacation leave
Unlimited Paid Sick Leave: Take unlimited paid sick leave whenever necessary
Professional Development: Get reimbursement for professional development courses and training
The recruitment process includes the next steps:
1. HR Interview - 45 min
2. Technical interview with live coding 90 min
3. 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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