Java Software Engineer
The Team OpenBet is a global leader in betting and gaming entertainment, trusted by over 200 partners to create memorable winning moments for millions of players worldwide. From processing bets during iconic events like the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl to pioneering next-gen products like BetBuilder, we continuously redefine the player experience with high-quality content, cutting-edge technology, and advanced player protection tools. For over 25 years, our unbeatable platform has powered the most recognizable betting brands, ensuring peak performance with 100% uptime, unmatched scale, and speed. With 85 licenses, 20 World Lottery Association operators on our customer roster, and a team of 1,200+ experts across 14 countries, we remain at the heart of the industry. The Goal What you’ll be doing Develop new features and functionality for high transaction, large scale betting websites Participate in design and code reviews Identify and address performance bottlenecks in the software Design solutions that are modular, scalable, and portable Contribute to overall system architecture and design components to meet those goals Work on full stack, end to end solutions Collaborate with and learn from more experienced members of the team The Player What you’ll bring If you are the right Software Engineer for us, you will be able to demonstrate: A minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in designing and developing applications using Java Enterprise platforms, using UNIX / Linux Experience with Spring framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC) Knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate) Experience in developing distributed systems and understanding of concepts such as caching, interprocess communications and brokering Good communication skills, both written and spoken Working knowledge of microservices and distributed systems Ability to learn new technologies quickly Experience with TDD and / or BDD Nice to haves… Experience developing on Unix/Linux Web technologies and internet protocols (REST APIs, JSON, XML, HTTP, TCP/IP) Experience with Maven and automated testing frameworks Experience with 3rd party system integration Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) Experience with Git, CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bitbucket), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Experience with cloud providers, ideally AWS * Scripting skills: Bash, Perl, Python, and JavaScript What’s the Score? What we can offer YOU: We have a collaborative hybrid office environment with our team members at least 2 days per week. Attractive 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 as you and our business continues to develop & grow Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go! And if that’s not enough ; enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career At OpenBet, we celebrate diversity and believe in creating an inclusive environment where every voice is valued and respected. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity, embracing individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities. Join us in shaping the future of iGaming, where diversity isn't just celebrated-it's celebrated.
- Develop new features and functionality for high transaction, large scale betting websites
- Participate in design and code reviews
- Identify and address performance bottlenecks in the software
- Design solutions that are modular, scalable, and portable
- Contribute to overall system architecture and design components to meet those goals
- Work on full stack, end to end solutions
- Collaborate with and learn from more experienced members of the team
- A minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in designing and developing applications using Java Enterprise platforms, using UNIX / Linux
- Experience with Spring framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC)
- Knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate)
- Experience in developing distributed systems and understanding of concepts such as caching, interprocess communications and brokering
- Good communication skills, both written and spoken
- Working knowledge of microservices and distributed systems
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly
- Experience with TDD and / or BDD
- Experience developing on Unix/Linux
- Web technologies and internet protocols (REST APIs, JSON, XML, HTTP, TCP/IP)
- Experience with Maven and automated testing frameworks
- Experience with 3rd party system integration
- Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
- Experience with Git, CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bitbucket), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
- Experience with cloud providers, ideally AWS
- Scripting skills: Bash, Perl, Python, and JavaScript
- We have a collaborative hybrid office environment with our team members at least 2 days per week.
- Attractive 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 as you and our business continues to develop & grow
- Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go!
- enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career
OpenBet is a leading business-to-business sports betting technology company, supplying sportsbook, betting-engine and content products to more than 200 operators worldwide. Originally part of Scientific Games (now Light & Wonder), it was acquired by Endeavor in 2021 and, in 2025, became independent again through a management buyout under OB Global Holdings. The company powers high-volume sports betting for major lottery and gaming operators with a modular, scalable platform. It is headquartered in London, with offices across the globe.
