Backend Software Engineer - Payments
Description For Backend Software Engineer - Payments
PENN Entertainment, Inc. is North America's leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. As a Backend Software Engineer on the Payments team at theScore, you'll be part of a dynamic organization that operates major platforms including ESPN BET, Hollywood Casino, theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino, and theScore media app.
The role focuses on building and maintaining payment systems that provide the best experience for patrons managing their funds. You'll work with a modern tech stack primarily using Elixir/Phoenix and LiveView, developing GraphQL APIs and integrating with third-party payment providers. The position requires strong technical skills in distributed systems, database management, and API development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer who is passionate about clean code architecture and solving complex problems in the gaming and payments space. You'll be working in an agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and having the chance to mentor other developers.
The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including education and conference reimbursements, and maintains a fun, relaxed work environment. With PENN Entertainment's commitment to career growth and development, you'll have ample opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career while working on cutting-edge platforms that are transforming the gaming and entertainment industry.
If you're excited about building scalable payment solutions and want to be part of a company that's pushing the boundaries of gaming and entertainment technology, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges and professional growth opportunities.
Responsibilities For Backend Software Engineer - Payments
- Work with Elixir/Phoenix and LiveView technology stack
- Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers on new features
- Develop, scale, and optimize GraphQL & RESTful APIs
- Design and build foundational components for backend services
- Solve complex technical problems
- Reduce technical debt
- Support web and mobile clients
- Participate in agile/scrum environment
- Improve documentation and best practices
- Provide mentorship to other developers
- Streamline payments product experience
Requirements For Backend Software Engineer - Payments
- Solid foundation in computer science
- Knowledge of data structures, distributed systems, algorithms and software design
- Experience with modern web frameworks
- Experience with Git and GitHub
- Strong experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
- Experience with distributed systems
- Excellent communication and technical writing skills
- Experience with testing frameworks (ExUnit, RSpec, Jest, pytest)
- Knowledge of caching strategies and tools
Benefits For Backend Software Engineer - Payments
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive Benefits package
- Fun, relaxed work environment
- Education and conference reimbursements
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