As a Software Engineer II (Backend, Java), you'll join the iCasino Platform team within FBG, working on a highly scalable, fault-tolerant system that powers casino gaming experiences. Your responsibilities will include contributing to the implementation of designs and participating in technical discussions, as well as testing and maintaining software for game management, bet placement, jackpots, and integrations with third-party providers. You’ll also support the rollout of our platform into new and emerging markets, helping adapt and scale our systems for international expansion (e.g., Canada).

Beyond coding, you'll collaborate with engineers across the team, follow engineering best practices, and work with internal teams to ensure seamless interactions between our casino platform and other services within the Fanatics ecosystem.

Responsibilities

As a microservices developer, you are required to contribute to building software systems that have well-defined interfaces. The selected candidate will write modular and reusable code and contribute to delivering quality results for enterprise projects.
Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software into production
Incorporate feedback from code reviews to improve code quality and maintainability
Contribute to building features and tools that you and your team use
Assist in troubleshooting software issues and escalate when tasks or projects hit roadblocks
Shadow the on-call rota and assist where possible
Participate in team planning discussions
Support software quality, customer experience, and maintainability by improving documentation and contributing to operational excellence efforts
Support the release and adaptation of products for new and emerging markets, helping ensure systems meet regional requirements and scale effectively
Must be open to occasional travel to Fanatics Betting & Gaming offices and other locations for conferences, events, meetings, and team-building activities

Required Qualifications

1+ years of industry experience (including internships or relevant academic experience)
Experience with Java/Spring Boot or a similar high-level programming platform
Ability to develop microservices using Java, Spring, or similar technologies
Ability to debug and troubleshoot issues in lower environments (e.g., dev, staging)
Ability to collaborate effectively with other engineers on technical work
Familiarity with Agile software development and Scrum methodology
Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment where priorities evolve and decisions are made quickly

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AWS or other cloud computing platforms
Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, etc.)

Salary Range: $95,000 – $156,250 USD per year

The base salary for this role is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience and may vary depending on the successful candidate’s geographic location. Remote employee may also be eligible for a home office setup stipend. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

Depending on the role, your interview and onboarding experience may include in-person components, such as onsite interviews or Launching into Better: LIVE—a multi-day cultural immersion in New York City for full-time, non-seasonal hires. These sessions are designed to build connection and bring our culture to life, though specific travel and participation requirements will be confirmed based on your role and location. Your recruiter will provide clear guidance at each stage of the process.

Ready to build the future of sports betting? If you possess some of these skills but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics, a global digital sports platform. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to 95% of the addressable online sports bettor market in the U.S. Fanatics Casino is currently available online in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Fanatics Betting and Gaming operates twenty-two retail sports betting locations, including the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Northwest Stadium. Fanatics Betting and Gaming is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver, Leeds and Dublin.

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Backend Software Engineer II, iCasino - US