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Senior Java Developer - FanDuel , Hybrid

Flutter International
Full-time
Remote friendly (Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, Romania)
Worldwide
Senior Java Developer - FanDuel , Hybrid

Senior Software Engineer (Backend) 3

About Betfair Romania Development:

Betfair Romania Development is the largest technology hub of Flutter Entertainment, with over 2,000 people powering the world’s leading sports betting and iGaming brands. Exciting, immersive and safe experiences are delivered to over 18 million customers worldwide, from our office in Cluj-Napoca. Driven by relentless innovation and commitment to excellence, we operate our own unbeatable portfolio of diverse proprietary brands such as FanDuel, PokerStars, SportsBet, Betfair, Paddy Power, or Sky Betting & Gaming.

Our Values:

The values we share at Betfair Romania Development define what makes us unique as a team. They empower us by giving meaning to our contributions, and they ensure that we consistently strive for excellence in everything we do. We are looking for passionate individuals who align with our values and are committed to making a difference.

Win together | Raise the bar | Got your back | Own it | Positive impact

About the Brand: FanDuel

FanDuel is a leading force in the sports-tech entertainment industry, redefining how fans engage with their favourite sports, teams, and leagues. As the premier gaming destination in North America, FanDuel operates across multiple verticals, including sports betting, daily fantasy sports, online gaming, advance-deposit wagering, and media.

Role Overview: Senior Java Engineer

You are dedicated, motivated, and technically driven. You have a solid background in backend engineering and a deep understanding of building scalable, high-availability enterprise systems. You are passionate about clean code, robust architecture, and solving complex problems collaboratively.

Our engineers are at the heart of everything we deliver. They contribute both individually and as part of cross-functional teams to build, improve, and maintain services that handle transactional volumes exceeding those of leading global financial institutions.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust Java-based systems and APIs.

  • Write clear, maintainable, and well-tested code, adhering to engineering best practices and coding standards.

  • Produce effective technical documentation to support the engineering process and share knowledge within the team.

  • Participate actively in code reviews, sprint planning, and retrospectives.

  • Contribute to team development and mentor junior engineers.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, QA, and DevOps to deliver high-quality solutions.

  • Work in a fast-paced Agile environment focused on continuous improvement and delivery.

  • Actively engage with monitoring and analysis tools to maintain system health and performance.

  • Availability to participate in on-call rotations to support production systems.

Skills, Capabilities & Experience Required:

Essential:

  • Strong experience with Java 8 or higher.

  • Solid understanding of Spring and Spring Boot frameworks.

  • Proficient with both SQL and NoSQL databases.

  • Proven experience in building RESTful web services and APIs.

  • Familiarity with ORM frameworks such as Hibernate.

  • Hands-on experience with messaging services (AWS SQS/SNS, Kafka).

  • Strong testing skills using JUnit, Mockito, or similar frameworks.

  • Competency with build tools like Gradle or Maven.

  • Experience using Git for version control and platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.

  • Good understanding of object-oriented principles and design patterns.

  • Exposure to observability tools such as DataDog, Splunk, or Kibana.

  • Willingness and availability to perform on-call duties as required.

Desirable:

  • Experience with database migration tools (e.g., Liquibase, Flyway).

  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.

  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Experience working with caching systems (Redis, Hazelcast).

  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (Buildkite, Jenkins, TeamCity).

  • Exposure to emerging innovative technologies in business applications is an advantage.

Benefits:

  • Hybrid & remote working options

  • €1,000 per year for self-development

  • Company share scheme

  • 25 days of annual leave per year

  • 20 days per year to work abroad

  • 5 personal days/year

  • Flexible benefits: travel, sports, hobbies

  • Extended health, dental and travel insurances

  • Customized well-being programmes

  • Career growth sessions

  • Thousands of online courses through Udemy

  • A variety of engaging office events

Disclaimer:

We are an inclusive employer. By embracing diverse experiences and perspectives, we create a lasting, positive impact for our employees, customers, and the communities we’re part of. You don't have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you, let us know, and we’ll see how we can accommodate them.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates who best meet the job requirements will be contacted for an interview.

By submitting your application online, you agree that your details will be used to progress your application for employment. If your application is successful, your details will be used to administer your personnel record. If your application is unsuccessful, we will retain your details for a period no longer than three years, to consider you for prospective roles within the company.