Join the Casino UX team to build the high-concurrency backend systems powering a modern betting experience. You will design RESTful APIs, integrate external partners, and scale services on AWS to handle real-time traffic spikes. This is a critical role in a fast-growing squad where your architectural decisions directly impact millions of fans.
Senior Backend Engineer - Casino UX at Midnite - Series C Gaming Platform
Midnite is redefining the betting industry with a cutting-edge platform for modern fandom. They are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join their Casino UX team, building high-throughput APIs and real-time systems that handle massive traffic spikes. With $75M+ in funding and 10x growth in the last year, this is a unique chance to join a Series C startup at an inflection point where your architectural decisions will scale for years to come. No prior gaming experience is required—just strong backend fundamentals and a desire to ship daily in a high-autonomy environment.
Overview
Role overview
Company
Midnite
Midnite - Series C betting platform backed by $75M+ from Raine Group and Makers Fund.
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Design and maintain robust backend services and RESTful APIs using Python, Flask, and PostgreSQL to power mobile and web applications.
- Collaborate in a cross-functional squad with product, design, and trading experts to deliver immersive, real-time gaming features.
- Own systems end-to-end, from architectural decision-making and technical documentation to monitoring and scaling infrastructure using Terraform and AWS.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Has 5+ years of professional backend engineering experience with a strong proficiency in Python or another major backend language.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of relational databases like PostgreSQL and cloud infrastructure, specifically AWS services like SQS and S3.
- Thrives in fast-paced, agile environments and enjoys mentoring junior engineers while contributing to high-level technical and architectural discussions.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Significant scale and impact: join a Series C company that grew 10x in the past year, offering the chance to shape architecture at a critical inflection point.
- Modern engineering culture: work in a high-autonomy environment with daily deploys, no legacy code, and a tech-first approach to a traditional industry.
- Exceptional backing: join a top-tier team supported by $75M+ in funding from premier investors like The Raine Group, Play Ventures, and Makers Fund.
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