Software Engineer
SciPlay, is a global leader focused in providing an ever-expanding portfolio of robust iGaming and Social Casino solutions to the global gaming industry. To put it simply - we make Mobile and Facebook games that are fun to play, fun to make, and we're growing like crazy! SciPlay's reach is made possible by the expertise of our rock star teams and game makers. Want to be part of a fast-paced company that lands in the Top 1% of Social Casino games? See more details below!
Job Description Summary:
SciPlay is a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web platforms, providing highly entertaining free-to-play games that millions of people play every day for their authenticity, engagement and fun.
SciPlay currently offers seven core games, including social casino games Jackpot Party Casino, Gold Fish Casino, Hot Shot Casino and Quick Hit Slots, and casual games MONOPOLY Slots, Bingo Showdown and 88 Fortunes Slots with offices all over the world!
About The Role:
We are in search of an experienced and talented Software Engineer to contribute their subject matter expertise on our title, Gold Fish Casino Slots, as well as across our Austin Studio. The ideal candidate will either be able guide themselves through Unity with their eyes closed or know the backend of a server like the back of their own hand.
Essential Job Functions:
- Multiple Languages / Language Agnostic / Multiple Technologies & Platforms
- Ability to Architect Solutions
- Ability to learn and adapt to new programming languages
- Ability to work with multiple languages and assist with transition as we continue to adapt to new technologies.
- Continue to innovate and redefine our tech stack.
- Work with a team in an Agile environment to design and implement game features and core functionality.
- Perform and assist in testing and debugging efforts
- Monitor game performance and error logs
- Use Git on a daily basis to manage source code
- Perform code review for fellow engineers
- Design, implement, and maintain tools for game administration
- Research and utilize third party APIs (Facebook, Upsight, etc)
- Mentor junior engineers and assist them with feature development and debugging
- Identify and refactor problematic areas of codebase
- Create scripts and tools to improve workflows for both backend and other teams
About You:
- GSD (Get Stuff Done) Attitude
- Engaged and Curious
- Active Learner and Mentor
- Passion for Solving Challenging Technical Problems
- Understand and Care about Product
Level and XP Requirements:
- Experience with two or more of the following: C#, C++, PHP, Node.js, Unity, Server-Based APIs
- 1-3 Years' Experience
- Experience working on backend systems
- Strong object oriented development background (C++ or other C-style langages).
- Experience with Linux from the command line and using common utilities (grep, tail, etc)
- Experience with NoSQL databases (Couchbase, Memcached, Redis, MongoDB, etc)
- Professional experience working in an Agile/Scrum/XP environment
Bonus Points:
- Mobile game development
- Experience with micro-services
- Analytics driven development / experience
- AWS experience/Cloud development preferred.
- Node.Js preferred
We are SciPlay! We make games!
The roots of our company are simple and strong: Our founder, fell head over heels for casino games and had a vision to create the most entertaining free-to-play casino games for gamers around the world. We’ve grown into a company that makes games we are truly proud of and that are enjoyed by millions of players every day. Our history is extensive, but we’re just getting started. In 1998, we got our start as Phantom EFX and in 2019, we reintroduced ourselves as SciPlay and went public on the New York Stock Exchange.
At SciPlay, we are programmed to think untraditionally. From our yearly development conferences, shindigs, and new game launches, we believe in doing what you love and doing it well. We take great pride in our ability to create authentic experiences for players and we are excited to continue investing in our workforce, technology, and our data-driven approach, all with the mission of delighting our players long into the future. We believe that if we continue to stay passionate, set ambitious goals, live our values and play together, we will become the #1 social casino and casual gaming company in the world.
A few of our highlighted perks and benefits:
- Competitive salaries and annual bonuses alongside matching 401k, employee stock options, and other competitive benefits.
- Strong commitment to work/life balance
- Fully stocked game room featuring current generation consoles and titles, ping pong tables, and arcade cabinets
SciPlay Corporation and its affiliates (collectively, SciPlay) are committed to creating a workforce of credibility and dependability. As a prerequisite to employment with SciPlay (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SciPlay conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you. This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. SciPlay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here EEOC Poster.