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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.\nPosition Summary\nAbout Company\nLight & 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.\nLight & 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)\nWe 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.\nOur Values\nDare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.\n\nCelebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways\n\nNever settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.\n\nUphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.\n\nWin as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.\n\nSenior Associate Software Engineer- Java Backend\nJob Location: Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune.\n\nRequired Experience: 1-3 years\n\nEmployment Type: Full-time\n\nJob Description:\nWe 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.\nAs 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. 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