Backend Game Developer

iGaming:

If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It’s all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers.

Position Summary

Backend Game Developer – Shape the Future of iGaming

Light & Wonder | Full-Time

Are you a seasoned C++ developer with a passion for building high-performance, scalable systems? Do you want your code to power real-money gaming experiences played by millions across the globe? We're looking for a Backend Game Developer to join our team and help us push the boundaries of what's possible in the international online eGaming market.

What You'll Do

You'll be a cornerstone of our backend development team — not just writing code, but shaping how we build. From game logic and APIs to BackOffice administration tools, your fingerprints will be on the systems that keep our platform running smoothly and competitively.

• Design and develop robust backend game logic, APIs, and configuration systems
• Drive architectural decisions and tech stack choices that keep us ahead of the curve
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility across all devices, channels, and markets
• Proactively manage and reduce technical debt to keep our Game Server stable and performant
• Leverage AI tools — including large language models like Claude by Anthropic — to accelerate development, improve code quality, and explore innovative game features
• Maintain clear, thorough documentation as a standard — not an afterthought

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Several years of backend development experience or equivalent, with strong C++ expertise
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or equivalent
• Solid grasp of HTTP, XML, JSON, and web-based API design
• Comfortable working in Microsoft Windows environments; Visual Studio experience is a plus
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS; .NET Core familiarity is a bonus
• Curiosity about and hands-on experience with AI-assisted development workflows — using tools like Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar to write better code faster
• Strong communicator in English — clear, direct, and collaborative
• Structured and methodical, with a natural instinct for ownership and leadership

At Light & Wonder, you won't just maintain a system — you'll help evolve it. You'll have real influence over the technology decisions that define our platform, work alongside talented engineers in a fast-moving industry, and be at the forefront of integrating AI into game development workflows. The iGaming space moves fast, and so do we.

Additional Information

Why would you enjoy working with us at Light & Wonder?

• Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace
• The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis
• Tangible and genuine development - at Light & Wonder, you can take your career where you want it to go!

And if that’s not enough; you will get to enjoy a stunning work location and flexible working practices whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress quickly and enhance your career.