Software Engineer

Description

Your influential mission. You will...

Develop, maintain, and enhance Python-based applications while collaborating with team members on solution design and implementation

Contribute to the development of both frontend and backend features

Participate in different stages of the software development lifecycle

Write clean, maintainable, and testable code while continuously developing your engineering skills

Create and maintain unit tests to support application quality and reliability

Assist with application monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution

Participate in requirements discussions, solution design, and the preparation of technical documentation

Provide technical support to internal users when required

Work closely with the team to solve technical challenges and deliver high-quality solutions

Requirements

• Components for success. You...
• Bring 2+ years of experience in software development
• Have solid hands-on experience with Python development and software engineering best practices
• Have hands-on experience working with SQL and relational databases
• Have experience developing and supporting web applications
• Hold an IT-related university degree or equivalent education, or are currently studying in a relevant field
• Understand core software development principles and have basic knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Demonstrate good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communicate effectively in spoken and written English
• Are motivated, curious, eager to learn, and comfortable collaborating with others
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and are open to feedback and continuous development
• You'll get extra points for...
• Basic knowledge or hands-on experience with the Django framework
• Familiarity with Oracle databases
• Previous practical experience with Python through internships, university projects, personal projects, or commercial development
• Basic exposure to both frontend and backend development
• Additional Information
• Billing Tech Team
• Playtech’s Billing Tech Team is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously improving Playtech’s Billing tools platform, supporting reliable and efficient billing processes across the business.
• Our mission is to build secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions through automation, optimization, and continuous improvement, while ensuring alignment with Playtech’s Security and Data Governance standards. We work closely with internal teams to solve complex technical challenges and transform billing data into meaningful reports and insights that support business needs.
• 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.
• Company Description
• 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 business. By leveraging its proprietary technology, Playtech delivers innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience.
• As the gaming industry's leading technology company, it combines business intelligence-driven software, services, content, and platform technology to drive excellence and innovation across the sector. Read more about who we are and what we do here: www.playtechpeople.com and www.playtech.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. Embracing differences and maintaining transparency in our processes is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices.
• Ready to level up your career?
• Playtech’s Billing Tech Team is looking for a proactive and motivated Software Engineer to join the team on a part-time basis as Military Leave Cover . In this role, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of Python-based applications, work on both frontend and backend solutions, and participate in different stages of the software development lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with experienced engineers and internal stakeholders to deliver reliable, maintainable, and high-quality solutions.
• To ensure a successful onboarding experience and close collaboration with the team, this part-time position requires regular office presence during the probation period. Following the probation period, the role will transition to a hybrid working model, with the office and remote working schedule aligned with the agreed part-time working arrangement.