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Lead Game Server Developer – iGaming
Location
Nevada
Posted
155 days ago
Salary
$83.7K - $120K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Lead Game Server Developer – iGaming
Caesars Entertainment
• 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
Job 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.
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
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