IGT, where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! We’ve recently leveled up—IGT Gaming and Digital have joined forces with Everi, creating a powerhouse in the world of gaming, digital experiences, and fintech solutions. From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we’re all about delivering thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences. Whether it’s spinning reels, placing bets, or powering secure payments, we bring the fun—backed by serious tech, deep player insights, and a passion for innovation. With a team of over 7,000 and a presence in 100+ countries, we’re not just global—we’re locally legendary. Our teams work closely with regulators, governments, and partners to ensure we play by the rules while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team that’s shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here. For more information, please visit www.igt.com or www.everi.com.
Short Description
Do you want to build fun, online games that lead in emerging digital markets, harness the latest technologies, and benefit from the support of an industry leader? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and creative Software Engineer (Dev) II to join our team and help deliver high-quality interactive casino games for mobile, tablet, and desktop platforms.
In this role, you’ll contribute to designing, developing, testing, and maintaining server-side game logic that powers online, real-money slot games. You’ll work remotely with a distributed team, collaborating closely across disciplines to deliver engaging, high-quality experiences for a global audience.
Responsibilities
- Build server-side game logic components and game simulations for real-money online gambling-style games (slot-focused).
- Partner with mathematicians to evaluate and implement game feature feasibility and align behavior with specifications.
- Collaborate with front-end game client developers to define response structures that maximize player experience.
- Perform hands-on software design and development with a focus on maintainable, efficient, and well-structured code.
- Solve technical challenges within internal game development frameworks and tooling.
- Write unit tests and participate in peer design/code reviews; promote a strong culture of code quality.
- Collaborate effectively with a remote, distributed team to promote high quality and timely completion of projects.
Qualifications
- 2–3+ years of professional software development experience with emphasis on object-oriented programming and design (OOP/OOD).
- Strong Java experience (core language and platform).
- Experience with server-side application development.
- Solid understanding of algorithms and design patterns.
- Demonstrated commitment to code quality, including unit testing and collaborative code review.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.
- BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent degree/experience.
Nice-to-Have / Bonus Skills
- Familiarity with SOLID principles, TDD, and modern engineering practices for maintainability and testing.
- Experience with build automation tools such as Jenkins, Maven, or ANT.
- Familiarity with JavaScript, JSON, and XML.
- Experience with C/C++ and/or Python.
- Experience building developer tools (bonus: React and NodeJS).
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as GCP or AWS.
- Strong foundation in mathematics.
Keys to Success
- Correct, testable server-side feature implementations aligned with design and math intent.
- Maintainable code with clear structure and solid unit test coverage.
- Active participation in peer design/code reviews with a quality-first mindset.
- Effective cross-disciplinary collaboration (design, math, client, QA) in a remote, distributed environment.
- Proactive identification of risks and practical problem-solving to support predictable delivery.
IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.
