Software Engineer

Job Description We are looking for a talented and motivated Scala Engineer to join our backend engineering team. You will be responsible for building and maintaining robust, scalable services that power our acquisition and retention platforms which support features across multiple sports betting and iCasino applications. This is a great opportunity to work on high-availability systems in a fast-paced, regulated industry. Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain Scala-based microservices - Collaborate with other backend engineers, product managers, AQA, iOS and Web engineers to deliver high-quality full stack features. - Ensure system reliability, performance, and scalability across multiple platforms. - Debug and resolve technical issues within your own and dependent systems. - Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality standards and knowledge sharing. - Identify opportunities to enhance system performance and stability. - Write clean, testable, and well-documented code following best practices. - Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives. - Monitor and troubleshoot production issues, ensuring high system uptime and responsiveness. Qualifications - 4+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years working with Scala in production. - Strong knowledge of functional programming principles and practices. - Experience with real-time systems, high-throughput APIs, and low-latency data processing. - Familiarity with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). - Proficiency in working with databases, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., Cassandra, Redis). - Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). - Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering clean, maintainable code. Nice To Have - Experience in sports betting, fintech, or other regulated industries. - Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS). - Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools, and observability practices. - Understanding of KYC/AML and responsible gaming. About Us At Caesars Digital, We Don’t Just Play the Game — We Set the Standard. As a proud part of Caesars Entertainment, the world’s premier gaming company with more than 80 years of sports betting leadership, Caesars Digital is Blazing The Trail in digital innovation, customer experience and industry excellence. We believe every Team Member should be treated like royalty because We Are All Caesars. This guiding principle fuels our commitment to delivering legendary service and creating unforgettable experiences for our customers. From cutting-edge digital platforms including Caesars Sportsbook, Caesars Palace Online, Horseshoe Online Casino and Caesars Racebook, to the continuing expansion of our retail footprint and our William Hill legacy, along with powerhouse partnerships across sports and entertainment, we’re building something extraordinary. And we want you to be part of it. Ready to make your mark on the Empire? Explore our open roles and discover how you can help shape the future of gaming. Join us. Blaze the Trail. Because at Caesars Digital, We Are All Caesars.