Software Engineer

Who We Are:

OpenBet
is a global leader in betting and gaming entertainment, trusted by over 200 partners to create memorable winning moments for millions of players worldwide. From processing bets during iconic events like the
FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl
to pioneering next-gen products like BetBuilder, we continuously redefine the player experience with high-quality content, cutting-edge technology, and advanced player protection tools. For over
25 years
, our unbeatable platform has powered the most recognizable betting brands, ensuring peak performance with 100% uptime, unmatched scale, and speed. With 85 licenses, 20 World Lottery Association operators on our customer roster, and a team of 1,200+ experts across 14 countries, we remain at the heart of the industry. Join
OpenBet
to take your career to the next level and be part of a global innovative team shaping the future of betting entertainment for millions worldwide.

Job Description

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Melbourne based team as we continue to work on the next generation of online sports betting platforms. As a Software Engineer you'll have exposure to these systems, as well as extensive training and mentoring as you take our solutions and your career to the next level. As a Software Engineer you will be working alongside with other Software Engineers, Project Managers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, QAs, Software Architects and directly working with the Openbet customers.

Successful candidates for this role must obtain and keep the required gaming licenses in various Australian states, this may require undergoing police clearance and credit checks where necessary.

Responsibilities:

· Development of new features and functionality customer products and services, including the production of unit tests as and where required;

· Ensuring code quality is maintained at a high level for products and services delivered by the team the Software Engineer is working with;

· Ability to input into planning sessions of the team

· Escalate issues in areas of material improvement, notably around performance, security and scalability;

· Develop a clear understanding of the overall system architecture and design components, in the context of meeting product and customer requirements

· Where applicable, ensuring that development team processes are aligned with technical processes prevalent in the wider company

· Experience in Agile development processes

· Work as part of a self-organising Agile team to develop new features and functionality for large scale betting websites

· Produce robust, clear, polished code using practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD)

· Extract and capture customer requirements using processes like BDD

· Developing solutions that are modular, scalable and portable

Qualifications:

· A Bachelor's degree in a traditional science subject, ideally computer science, engineering or information systems from a well regarded university;

· At least 2-4 years relevant experience in a development environment

· Working knowledge of one or more major programming languages (such as Java, C/C++, Python, PHP, TCL etc.) and interest in learning other coding language

· Development within Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Lean and Kanban

· Excellent teamwork skills within an agile team environment

· Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including presentations to peer groups;

· A "can do" attitude and out-of-the-box thinking

· Able to deal with changing priorities and based on requirements agreed with senior team members including, BA's QA's and software architects;

· Familiarity developing on Unix/Linux

· Experience in exposing and consuming RESTful APIs

· A good understanding of relational databases and SQL

· Experience in the use of Docker, Ansible, Jenkins, and Git (BitBucket).

· General scripting skills: Bash, Perl, Python, Javascript etc.

· Experience on Web technologies and internet protocols (Apache, SOAP, WS-*, REST, XML, HTTP, TCP/IP, websockets)

· Web development skills: HTML5, JavaScript, CSS

The ideal candidate would also have the following skills/experience:

· An understanding of sports betting

· Adequate knowledge of Kubernetes and deployment processes

· A working knowledge of AWS

· Basic understanding of AI

· Experience directly working with clients

What's the Score?

Why OpenBet?

· The Playground: Join a team of innovators, disruptors, and game-changers who are reshaping the future of betting and gaming.

· The Mission: Be part of a mission-driven organization that's committed to revolutionizing the way the world plays.

· The Impact: Make a real impact on the world stage, leaving a lasting legacy that transcends boundaries and inspires generations to come.

· The Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture of creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, where every idea is welcomed, every voice is heard, and every dream is encouraged.

· The Future: Join us on the journey to build the future of betting and gaming, one game-changing innovation at a time.

What we can offer YOU:

· Attractive 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 as you and our business continues to develop & grow

· Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go

· And if that's not enough; enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career

At OpenBet, we celebrate diversity and believe in creating an inclusive environment where every voice is valued and respected. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity, embracing individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities. Join us in shaping the future of iGaming, where diversity isn't just celebrated—it's celebrated.