Lead Game Server Developer – iGaming

Role Overview

• Architect, develop, and maintain Java-based backend services supporting Caesars iGaming clients
• Build and maintain server-side logic enabling game client communication with the Caesars RGS
• Implement secure transactional flows including wager placement, outcomes, wallet interactions, and promotional features
• Develop APIs and service layers supporting game features, jackpots, bonusing, and tournaments
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of backend systems supporting live real-money gameplay
• Write clean, scalable, well-documented production-ready code
• Design backend architecture that supports extensibility across multiple game titles
• Champion best practices in Java backend development, security, and performance optimization
• Conduct code reviews and maintain high engineering standards across the studio
• Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting to ensure system stability
• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes across development and production environments
• Work closely with client engineers to support feature development and integration
• Partner with product, math, and design teams to implement game features and promotional mechanics
• Collaborate with QA and compliance teams to support testing and regulatory submissions
• Participate in sprint planning, technical design reviews, and release planning
• Provide backend technical input into roadmap and feature feasibility
• Identify opportunities to streamline integrations and improve launch efficiency
• Evaluate new backend technologies and tools to enhance studio capabilities
• Stay current on iGaming platform standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies
• Contribute to a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years backend/server engineering experience
• Experience supporting real-time transactional or gaming systems strongly preferred
• iGaming or RGS experience highly preferred
• Strong proficiency in Java backend development (Spring Boot or similar frameworks preferred)
• Experience integrating with external platforms and transactional systems
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS preferred)
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and caching solutions
• Understanding of secure transactional systems and authentication protocols
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and modern development workflows
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes preferred)
• Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, milestone-driven environment
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and effective in a remote work environment
• Passion for real-money gaming and technology innovation.

Tech Stack

• AWS
• Cloud
• Docker
• Java
• Kubernetes
• Microservices
• NoSQL
• Spring
• Spring Boot
• SpringBoot
• SQL

Benefits

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to type and talk on the phone for extended periods of time
• Fully remote, work-from-home role
• Must be comfortable working across distributed teams and time zones
• Periodic travel may be required for team collaboration or studio planning sessions