Tech Lead - Node.js

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our customers with a high-end micro-service-based platform as a service that aims to process billions of financial transactions per day. We provide a cross-regional setup and are chasing latency reduction down to zero. We highly invest in delivering the best game experience and smooth connection regardless of the internet coverage and bandwidth of the game clients.Role OverviewOne of our teams is looking for a Tech Leader - Node.js to participate in developing our cutting-edge solution, where milliseconds matter. Our problem statement is not straightforward, as we aim to achieve high-end results in all important technical aspects of our business:best availability,lowest possible latency in all transaction processing operations and in every micro-service,the most efficient resource usage.If you’re a product-passionate person, your mind is keen to solve deep tech engineering problems, and you have a fast "PoC first" approach with a deep sense of ownership, we would love to hear from you.Why Join Us?Be a key player in a major tech transformation.Work on projects that impact millions globally.Enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment.Grow your skills with continuous professional development opportunities.To Succeed In The Role, You Will HaveDegree in Computer Science or related field.Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript.Knowledge of Kubernetes.Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems (Apache Kafka, gRPC).Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB).Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests.Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions.Preferred Additional QualificationsExperience with large-scale microservices architecture.Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS)Understanding of application security and industry best practices.What will you be doing?Developing and maintaining backend applications for our gaming platforms.Optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability.Leading technical decisions and influencing our SaaS solutions.Collaborating with a distributed team to create new features.Conducting code and architectural reviews.Solving complex business problems with innovative solutions.Participating in on-call rotations within the squad to ensure the reliability and availability of our systems.What You Get In ReturnCompetitive compensation package (with performance-based bonuses up to 50%)Unlimited paid vacation & sick leave (B2B model)Premium health insurance (for you + 1 family member)Learning & development support (courses, certifications, mentoring, conferences)Remote-first with flexible working arrangements across Europe or UkraineInternational exposure – attend industry expos, team gatherings & global meetupsThe Recruitment Process Includes The Next Steps HR Interview - 30 min Meeting with Technical Product Owner - 50 min Technical interview with live coding - 90 min Final Interview with Solution Architect & CTO - 60 minIf the job description rings a bell - take action and apply!Looking forward to welcoming you to the iGaming world!Ambitious goals request a quick ability to maneuver through changes in the world. Playson is all about that.Join us today! 🙌