Software Engineer II (Backend, Java)

Fanatics•New York, NY

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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