Location: Remote
Department: Backend Development
About the Role
We are hiring for a Team Lead – Backend Development (Casino) on behalf of our client, a fast-growing B2B iGaming solutions provider.
As a Team Lead of Backend Development, you will take ownership of designing and implementing scalable, high-performance backend systems that support millions of real-time transactions within the iGaming ecosystem. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage a team of backend developers, contribute to architectural planning, and ensure top-tier performance and quality standards across all backend operations.
You’ll collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless system integration and drive continuous improvement, resilience, and innovation across the platform.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Team Management
Lead and mentor a remote team of backend developers.
Align backend strategy with business goals and the product roadmap.
Conduct code reviews and provide continuous feedback.
Manage hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews.
Facilitate regular team meetings and effective communication.
Culture & Conduct
Act as a role model and promote the company’s values and standards.
Foster a team culture based on trust, openness, and collaboration.
Promote innovation, creative problem-solving, and constructive feedback.
Manage conflict resolution and support change management.
Backend Architecture & Development
Define and maintain backend architecture for scalability and reliability.
Lead backend system and API development.
Oversee integrations with third-party platforms and payment providers.
Guide performance benchmarking, load testing, and optimizations.
Ensure secure coding and compliance with regulatory standards.
Operational Excellence
Establish testing, documentation, and debugging best practices.
Promote a knowledge-sharing culture through documentation and tech talks.
Represent the backend team in cross-functional meetings.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
7+ years of backend development experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
Experience in iGaming, fintech, or high-traffic online platforms preferred.
Technical Skills
Proficient in backend languages such as Java, Golang, Node.js or Rust.
Familiar with backend frameworks like Spring or Express.
Experience with cloud platforms: Oracle Cloud, AWS, GCP, Azure.
Strong knowledge of RabbitMQ, Kafka, Redis, Docker, GitLab CI/CD, WebSocket, etc.
Deep understanding of SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases.
Solid grasp of microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
Leadership & Soft Skills
Proven team leadership and mentorship skills.
Strategic mindset with the ability to align technology with business goals.
Clear communicator, both with technical and non-technical audiences.
Flexible and adaptive in dynamic environments.
Strong decision-making and organizational skills.
High emotional intelligence and integrity-driven leadership.
Nice to Have
Experience with Oracle Cloud, MySQL HeatWave, or machine learning integrations.
Why Join?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking team building the next generation of B2B iGaming solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead innovation in backend development and make a meaningful impact on a global platform.