About the Position

We are seeking a Junior Backend Engineer (Java) to join our dynamic iGaming platform development team in Ukraine, working remotely.

About the Company

We are a product R&D company that creates solutions for the dynamic iGaming Ecosystem. Our mission is to build cutting-edge platforms that reinvent the iGaming industry.

About the Product

A scalable, feature-rich iGaming platform focused on continuous product evolution and high-quality user experience. The system is built on a modern technology stack - Java (Spring Boot) on the backend and JavaScript-based (Angular) frontend. The teams are focused on long-term product growth, stability, and innovation, working in a mature Agile environment with a strong technical culture.

Product Technical Stack:

Backend: Java 21, Spring Boot 3.0
Frontend: Angular 19/20, React.js
Databases & Messaging: PostgreSQL / MySQL, Kafka, MongoDB
Cloud & Containerization: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
Architecture: Highload Systems, Microservices, Serverless, CDN
Monitoring & Analytics: Datadog, Grafana, ELK stack, and Big Data solutions

Responsibilities

Writing backend code and tests to deliver reliable features.
Supporting existing solutions and contributing to new functionality.
Participating effectively in an agile Scrum team (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives).
Improving code quality through peer reviews, refactoring, and best practices.
Collaborating with other developers, QA, and stakeholders to design and deliver scalable products.
Learning and applying new technologies in real projects.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of Java (core principles)
Basic understanding of Spring Framework (preferably Spring Boot)
Knowledge of SQL and ability to write queries
Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts
Ability to use Git and remote repositories
At least Intermediate English level (listening, speaking, reading)
Motivation and willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages

Nice to Have

Experience with JUnit, Flyway, or JDBC Template
Experience with C#
Experience with Node.js
Familiarity with RESTful APIs and JSON structure
Understanding of main design patterns and basic architectural principles
Knowledge of multithreading basics
Familiarity with Docker and CI/CD concepts
Experience with issue-tracking systems (e.g., Jira)

Personal Skills

Self-motivated and reliable team player
Open to feedback and eager to improve
Proactive mindset - willing to take responsibility and suggest improvements
Not afraid to learn from mistakes and share knowledge

Interview Stages

HR Interview (30 minutes) - Initial conversation to discuss your experience, career goals, and cultural fit.
Technical Interview (1.5 hours) - In-depth technical live-coding interview covering relevant skills.
Final Interview (1 hour) - A comprehensive discussion with the team, focusing on role-specific competencies and alignment with company values.
Job Offer

We Offer

A position in a product development company with a dynamic environment and several concurrent projects
Opportunity to contribute (your ideas for improvement implementation)
Team of motivated professionals
Continuous self-improvement and growth from Junior to Middle and beyond in a supportive environment
Budget for certifications and courses
Competitive salary plus financial bonuses for performers
Medical insurance coverage
English language courses
Wellbeing package: online-yoga classes, Yakaboo, BetterMe App: Health Coaching, BetterMe App: Mental Health
Corporate events and fun team-building activities
Remote-first culture: we primarily work remotely, have an office in Kyiv, and provide coworking compensation in other cities during blackouts

Location

Ukraine (Remote)

Employment Type

Contract

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

Junior Backend Engineer (Java), Clio

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