Senior Backend Developer
If you’re passionate about game development, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to play a key role in shaping cutting-edge casino platforms, we’d love for you to join us on our journey.

Role
Senior Backend Developer
Location
Malta, Remote
Desired Start
As soon as possible
Department
Technology
At RAW iGaming, we set out with one clear ambition: to challenge conventions and create games that are innovative, entertaining, and easy to understand. Backed by experienced industry experts and strong investment, we’re a fast-growing studio where creativity, product thinking, and technical excellence thrive.
Casino games have a tendency to look boringly similar. We believe in making casino games that stand out. For that, we start with people who stand out.
We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer who wants to be part of building and scaling the technology behind our Live Casino platform, ensuring performance, reliability, and innovation at every step.
This role can be performed remotely or from our Malta office (hybrid model).
Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will include:
Designing and implementing scalable, robust, and reliable backend systems to support our live casino platform
Ensuring high performance, security, and availability across all backend services
Collaborating closely with Product Owners, Developers, and QA Engineers to deliver new features and improvements
Building and maintaining well-documented and well-tested systems
Implementing monitoring and alerting solutions to proactively detect and resolve issues
Mentoring and supporting junior developers, helping them grow in both technical and domain knowledge
Continuously improving backend architecture by applying modern technologies and best practices
Contributing to a strong engineering culture focused on quality, collaboration, and delivery
Qualifications
You're our ideal Senior Backend Developer if you:
Have at least 5 years of experience in backend development, working with scalable and high-performance systems
Are proficient in at least one backend programming language such as Java, Python, or Go
Have experience working with databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, and caching systems like Redis or Memcached
Have hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Possess a strong understanding of software engineering principles, including design patterns, algorithms, and data structures
Have experience or exposure to live casino environments, streaming systems, or similar real-time applications (highly valued)
Are fluent in English and comfortable working in cross-functional and international teams
Have the right to work within the EU
Other information
What you can expect:
Flexible remote working environment
Opportunity to work with a highly talented and international team
High ownership and impact on product and technology
Amazing people to work with – come see for yourself!
(For Malta-based employees)
Hybrid work model in a modern office in sunny Malta
Private health insurance, including dental care – because your wellbeing matters
Fresh and healthy breakfast & lunch prepared daily in our penthouse kitchen – save up to €3,000 per year
Company and team-building events: Summer & Christmas parties, biannual team-building activities, monthly Beer Fridays, on-site Yoga every Tuesday, and more
Relocation package to Malta, including flights and two weeks of accommodation in our beautiful seafront apartment
Think this sounds like your next challenge? Apply today and help us shape the future of iGaming at RAW.