Senior Software Developer
As a Senior Software Engineer (Backend), you will play a key role in designing and building scalable, cloud-based services using Java and Spring Boot. You’ll work closely with your manager, architecture team and teammates to deliver high-quality backend systems that power critical business functionality.
In this role, you are expected to lead by example through strong technical execution, thoughtful system design, and a commitment to engineering excellence. As a senior engineer you will contribute to architectural decisions, mentor other engineers, and help drive continuous improvement across the team.
What You’ll Do
Design, build, and maintain robust backend services using Java and Spring Boot
Collaborate with your manager, business units and peers to deliver features on time and aligned with business priorities
Contribute to system design and architecture discussions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code, and participate actively in code reviews
Help break down complex problems into actionable technical solutions
Partner with product and cross-functional stakeholders to clarify requirements and translate them into technical implementations
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of learning, ownership, and accountability
Identify and address technical debt while balancing short-term delivery needs with long-term platform health
Support production systems, including troubleshooting issues and participating in on-call rotations as needed
Contribute to improving engineering processes, tools, and best practices
What We're Looking For
5-8+ years of professional software development experience
Strong hands-on experience building backend systems using Java and Spring Boot
Experience designing and implementing distributed systems or service-oriented architectures
Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and backend service design principles
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex technical challenges
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Proven track record of delivering high-quality, production-ready software
Nice to Have
Experience with AI-based software engineering including agent-based development, assisted/automated code reviews, etc.
Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and DevOps practices
Experience with performance optimization, scalability, and reliability engineering
Prior experience mentoring or leading other engineers
Exposure to observability tools, monitoring, and on-call practices
Why Aristocrat?
Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.
We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V
World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
Robust benefits package
Global career opportunities
Our Values
All about the Player
Talent Unleashed
Collective Brilliance
Good Business Good Citizen
Travel Expectations
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At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.