Back-End Software Engineer

iGaming :

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

About Company

Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can’t get enough of.

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary business segments, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 6,500+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more visit .

We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally.

Our Values

Dare to be bold : We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.

Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways

Never settle : We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.

Uphold integrity : We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.

Win as a team : We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.

Software Engineer -Java Backend

Job Location :   Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune.

Required Experience : 2-4 years

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Back-End Software Engineer to join our team at Light & Wonder. In this role, you will help develop and maintain our backend game engines, contributing to the creation of top-quality online slot games. You will collaborate closely with game designers, mathematicians, and frontend developers to deliver engaging and innovative gaming experiences.

As part of our development team, you will implement the rules and mechanics of our online slot games. Experience with Java or another object-oriented programming language is highly recommended, along with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code. This position offers opportunities to expand your skills in game development and general programming, working on exciting projects that will challenge you and support your career growth.

Key Responsibilities

As a Back-End Software Engineer, your responsibilities will include :

Developing and maintaining game engines for Light & Wonder digital games

Writing comprehensive tests to ensure quality and reliability

Creating technical and process documentation to share knowledge and best practices with the team

Collaborating with game designers and mathematicians to implement game mechanics and features

Working with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration of game engines with game clients

Assisting the Quality Assurance team in testing and debugging games

Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to other developers

Contributing to the development of tools and processes to improve the efficiency of the game development pipeline

Actively participating in team meetings and supporting the overall success of the team

Mentoring fellow engineers on technical implementation and processes

Qualifications

To succeed as a Back-End Software Engineer, you should have :

Experience of 2+ years working in a similar context

Practical experience with Java or another object-oriented programming language, with a strong understanding of OOP principles

Experience with project build tools such as Maven (for Java)

Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms

Good knowledge of design patterns and their appropriate use

Familiarity with structured file formats such as XML and JSON

Ability to use debugging tools and analyse logs

Practical experience with Version Control Systems (VCS), such as Git

Experience using CI / CD tools and processes

Understanding of Agile software development methodologies and tools like Jira

Familiarity with SSH and Unix-like environments

Familiarity SQL and non-SQL databases

Nice to Have

The following qualifications are a plus :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Understanding of online casino games and common game mechanics

Experience with scripting languages such as Python

Experience with frontend technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and browser debugging tools

Familiarity with mathematical and statistical concepts

Experience with Excel and basic spreadsheet functions

Passion for programming and state-of-the-art technology

Qualifications

Join us at Light & Wonder and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of online gaming. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on exciting projects that will challenge you and support your career development. If you are passionate about game development and eager to learn, we would love to hear from you!