Backend Game Developer
If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It’s all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers. Position Summary Backend Game Developer – Shape the Future of iGaming Light & Wonder | Full-Time Are you a seasoned C++ developer with a passion for building high-performance, scalable systems? Do you want your code to power real-money gaming experiences played by millions across the globe? We're looking for a Backend Game Developer to join our team and help us push the boundaries of what's possible in the international online eGaming market. At Light & Wonder, you won't just maintain a system - you'll help evolve it. You'll have real influence over the technology decisions that define our platform, work alongside talented engineers in a fast-moving industry, and be at the forefront of integrating AI into game development workflows. The iGaming space moves fast, and so do we.
- Design and develop robust backend game logic, APIs, and configuration systems
- Drive architectural decisions and tech stack choices that keep us ahead of the curve
- Ensure cross-platform compatibility across all devices, channels, and markets
- Proactively manage and reduce technical debt to keep our Game Server stable and performant
- Leverage AI tools - including large language models like Claude by Anthropic - to accelerate development, improve code quality, and explore innovative game features
- Maintain clear, thorough documentation as a standard - not an afterthought
- Several years of backend development experience or equivalent, with strong C++ expertise
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or equivalent
- Solid grasp of HTTP, XML, JSON, and web-based API design
- Comfortable working in Microsoft Windows environments; Visual Studio experience is a plus
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS; .NET Core familiarity is a bonus
- Curiosity about and hands-on experience with AI-assisted development workflows - using tools like Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar to write better code faster
- Strong communicator in English - clear, direct, and collaborative
- Structured and methodical, with a natural instinct for ownership and leadership
- Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace
- The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis
- Tangible and genuine development - at Light & Wonder, you can take your career where you want it to go!
- a stunning work location and flexible working practices whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress quickly and enhance your career.
Light & Wonder, Inc. is a leading cross-platform gaming company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. Formerly known as Scientific Games, it rebranded in 2022 after divesting its lottery and sports-betting businesses to focus on gaming. The company operates across three segments - Gaming (slot machines, table games and casino systems under brands such as Bally, WMS and Shuffle Master), SciPlay (social casino games) and iGaming (online casino content). Listed in both the US and Australia, it supplies content and systems to casinos and online operators worldwide.
