JavaScript Developer

Company Description

About Playtech                                   

Founded in 1999, the company has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and is focused on regulated and regulating markets across its B2B and B2C businesses. Both divisions leverage Playtech’s proprietary technology to deliver innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience. 

Playtech is the gaming industry's leading technology company delivering business intelligence-driven gaming software, services, content, and platform technology across the industry. Read more about who we are and what we do here: www.playtechpeople.com
 
Here at Playtech, we genuinely believe that people are our biggest asset. Diverse thoughts, experiences, and individual characteristics enrich our work environment and lead to better business decisions. Recognizing differences and ensuring our processes are transparent is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices. 

Ready to level up your career?

Playtech‘s Videobet Content team is looking for a proactive JavaScript Developer with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Please note: This is a temporary position.

Job Description

Your influential mission. You will...

• Develop and maintain frontend features using TypeScript and LitElement.
• Build and package cross-platform desktop applications using Electron.
• Integrate with backend services via Express and REST APIs.
• Configure and optimize Webpack builds for both development and production.
• Collaborate with team members on CI/CD automation and deployment pipelines.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions.
• Write relevant integration and unit tests.

Qualifications

Components for success. You...

• Have a minimum of 3+ years of experience in frontend development.
• Possess an upper-intermediate level of English.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Understand CSS well, including preprocessors like Stylus.
• Have experience working with LitElement or other Web Components libraries.
• Bring hands-on experience with Redux and RxJS.
• Are familiar with Electron and building desktop applications.
• Know how to configure and work with Webpack.
• Understand GitLab/GitHub CI/CD and can script build pipelines.
• Are comfortable working with npm scripts and custom build commands.
• Communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Have strong people skills and enjoy mentoring others.
• Thrive in collaborative settings.
• Approach problems with analytical thinking and creativity.
• Show initiative and are proactive in your work.

You'll get extra points for...

• Experience developing Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) using pwa-helpers.
• Familiarity with electron-webpack and electron-builder.
• Understanding of module resolution and tools like tsconfig-paths-webpack-plugin.
• Basic backend knowledge, particularly with Express.
• Understanding of AngularJS.

Additional Information

Thrive in a culture that values...

• Initiative-taking and a confident approach at the workplace. 

• Global scope and inclusive working environment. 

• Constant learning and development opportunities. 

• Active lifestyle and mental well-being. 

• Fun and engaging company events. 

VIDEOBET TEAM
Videobet is responsible for the development, delivery, infrastructure, and support of around 40,000 gaming machines around the world. Our machines can be found in all kinds of venues, from bookmakers and casinos to bingo halls and bars. By coupling cutting-edge technology for our platform and games with dynamic and responsive operational support processes, Videobet is the world leader in the development and management of land-based, server-supported gaming systems. The Tallinn Content Team has developed challenging features and platform components for more than fifteen years. We have vision, knowledge, and highly motivated employees, who are taking every new project as a serious challenge.

Playtech is aN equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.