Backend Developer

Hackajob Ltd
Manchester, UK
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£61,000.0 - £101,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

ASP.NET .NET Framework Android Software Development Apple IOS Cloud Computing Redis Software Systems WebSocket Google Cloud System Availability Backend Restful APIs
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Golang Microservices

Job description

  • Build the backend engine behind our FollowScores app, turning complex data into real-time updates for millions of football fans.
  • Develop the technology behind our football scores app as part of the FollowScores team.
  • Help scale the platform to reach more users and launch innovative new features.
  • Manage systems delivering data to iOS and Android apps via web sockets and REST APIs.
  • Work with Golang, Redis, and GCP to ensure high-performance delivery.
  • Develop scalable, maintainable, and performant systems.
  • Build modern Golang microservices with provided in-house training.
  • Deliver solutions that meet specific business requirements.
  • Foster a culture of technical expertise and collaboration.
  • Integrate third-party systems into the existing architecture.

Technologies:

  • Android
  • Backend
  • GCP
  • Golang
  • REST
  • Redis
  • Web
  • iOS
  • microservices
  • ASP.NET
  • Cloud
  • HTTP
  • Mobile

Requirements

  • Knowledge of Golang, Redis, and GCP, with experience in similar or alternative technologies such as .NET also welcome.
  • Experience delivering robust software solutions that adhere to industry best practice.
  • Proven record of accomplishment in high availability, multi-client compatible development.
  • Experience working with high availability, multiuser, and service-based systems.

About the company

We are one of the worlds leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we employ over 10,000 people and serve over 120 million customers in 26 languages. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity and gives people opportunities to make a real impact. We are also breaking new ground in software innovation, with a strong focus on in-play betting and market-leading scale. The role is eligible for inclusion in our hybrid work from home policy, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

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