Senior Associate Software Engineer (Core Java)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 22, 2026. Light & Wonder scores B on the Alion truth index.
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
About Company
Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can’t get enough of.
Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,500+ member team with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit (www.lnw.com)
We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally.
Our Values
Dare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways
Never settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
Uphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
Win as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.
Senior Associate Software Engineer- Java Backend
Job Location: Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune.
Required Experience: 1-3 years
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description:
We are looking for a Senior Associate Back-End Software Engineer to join our team at Light & Wonder. In this role, you will help develop and maintain our backend game engines, contributing to the creation of top-quality online slot games. You will collaborate closely with game designers, mathematicians, and frontend developers to deliver engaging and innovative gaming experiences.
As part of our development team, you will implement the rules and mechanics of our online slot games. Familiarity with Java or another object-oriented programming language is highly recommended, along with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code. This position offers opportunities to expand your skills in game development and general programming, working on exciting projects that will challenge you and support your career growth.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Associate Software Engineer your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining game engines for Light & Wonder digital games
Writing comprehensive tests to ensure quality and reliability
Creating technical and process documentation to share knowledge and best practices with the team
Collaborating with game designers and mathematicians to implement game mechanics and features
Working with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration of game engines with game clients
Assisting the Quality Assurance team in testing and debugging games
Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to other developers
Contributing to the development of tools and processes to improve the efficiency of the game development pipeline
Actively participating in team meetings and supporting the overall success of the team
Qualifications
To succeed as a Senior Associate Software Engineer you should have:
Familiarity with Java or another object-oriented programming language, with a strong understanding of OOP principles
Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms
Good knowledge of design patterns and their appropriate use
Familiarity with structured file formats such as XML and JSON
Ability to use debugging tools and analyse logs
Practical experience with Version Control Systems (VCS), such as Git
Understanding of Agile software development methodologies and tools like Jira
Familiarity with SSH and command-line tools
Knowledge of SQL databases and SQL queries
Nice to Have
The following qualifications are a plus:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics or a related field
Understanding of online casino games and common game mechanics
Experience with Java build tools such as Maven and its ecosystem
Experience with scripting languages such as Python
Experience with frontend technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and browser debugging tools
Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools
Familiarity with mathematical and statistical concepts
Experience with Excel and basic spreadsheet functions
Passion for programming and state-of-the-art technology
Qualifications