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  • Lead the design and implementation of core backend services for high performance, complex distributed systems.
  • Drive modern development practices such as BDD and TDD, creating clear, well tested code.
  • Collaborate across teams, conduct code reviews, and create detailed internal documentation.

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Ireland

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Europe

  • Take full ownership of backend services from design and development through deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement;
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance distributed backend services using Python and Django;
  • Architect distributed systems to support millions of users with low latency and high availability;

The client is a fast-growing, multinational company in the sports tech and predictive gaming space. They foster a close-knit, respectful, and collaborative culture, placing strong emphasis on innovation, inclusivity, and user experience.

Latin America

  • Be a hands-on backend/API developer, leading the design & development of the client’s platform and systems integrations end-to-end.
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Europe Unlimited PTO

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North America EMEA

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India

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US Canada

  • Design, build, and maintain backend services that power core business workflows
  • Own projects end-to-end, from early design through production and iteration
  • Design APIs and data models that are clear, stable, and easy to work with

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Europe

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