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Java Development Team Lead

Playnetic


Job Location:

Sofia - Bulgaria

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Why Playnetic

With a global mindset were committed to building engaging products and an inspiring workplace where teams can thrive.


Job Summary

This role combines technical leadership people leadership and architectural ownership setting the foundation for a scalable iGaming B2B platform.


This is a key leadership role with direct impact on technology direction delivery velocity and future team scaling.


Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and grow a high-performing Java development team

  • Drive best practices in Java Redis PostgreSQL

  • Ensure code quality scalability and long-term maintainability

  • Mentor engineers and build future technical leaders

  • Build and manage integrations with third-party systems and external services

  • Take end-to-end ownership of features-from design to deployment and support

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve product-related issues

  • Continuously research and implement improvements to existing systems and architecture

  • Ensure high performance scalability and reliability of backend services


Requirements:

  • 8 years of experience in Core Java development

  • Experience developing casino slot games with a strong understanding of the slot game development lifecycle and regulatory considerations.

  • Proven experience leading engineering teams

  • Strong experience with Spring Boot and microservices architecture Quarkus is an advantage

  • Proven track record in building scalable backend systems

  • Hands-on experience in iGaming particularly with casino game servers

  • Solid understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases

  • Familiarity with gambling mechanics and industry concepts

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills


Nice to have:

  • Experience with Quarkus

  • Knowledge of WebSockets JWT and CORS

  • Experience with Docker Redis RabbitMQ Kafka or similar technologies

  • Background in performance optimization and system tuning

  • Familiarity with certification processes for casino game servers


What we offer:

  • Autonomy & Ownership: We trust your expertise and give you the ownership to do your best work your way with no micromanagement.

  • Real Impact: Were small enough that your voice is heard - your contributions directly shape how we build and youll have real opportunities to make your mark.

  • Supportive Leadership & Flat Hierarchy: A collaborative open environment led by accessible managers who prioritize mentorship psychological safety and removing blockers.

  • Fast-Track Growth: As we scale your career scales with us - we actively support professional development training and progression.

  • Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary packages and performance-based rewards designed to attract motivate and retain top talent.

  • Time to Recharge: Paid vacation paid personal time off (PTO) and sick leave plus regular team events and company-sponsored activities to keep our teams connected and refreshed.