Sportradar
sports technology
BackendDeveloper
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“Backend Developer at Sportradar. Skills: Java, Spring Boot, backend services, SQL databases, NoSQL databases, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices. Implement domain logic and definitions within the system. Build reliable and scalable solutions, aiming for clean implementations that minimize bugs and reduce the need for support”
What You'll Achieve.
boost their business; minimize bugs; reduce the need for support; improve productivity and quality
Industry & Context.
minimize bugs; reduce the need for support; critically evaluate AI‑generated code; ensure correctness, security, and maintainability
office-first business operating on a hybrid model, with team members working in the office three days a week
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
experience with Java, Solid hands on experience with Spring Boot (REST APIs, configuration, security basics), Good understanding of object oriented design, clean code, and design principles (SOLID), Experience building and maintaining backend services in production environments, Proficiency working with SQL databases and NoSQL databases (e. g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB), Designing schemas, writing efficient queries, indexing, Familiarity with Git and modern development workflows (code reviews, pull requests), Knowledge of messaging and event driven systems: Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar, Practical experience using Docker - Building images, local development, containerized services, Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices, Experience writing unit and integration tests, Able to work independently and take ownership of features from design to production
Nice to Have
Experience working with Javascript/Typescript, Experience with build, deployment and development tools, Exposure to Kubernetes (deployment concepts, Helm, scaling, troubleshooting), Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), Practical experience using AI tools to support software development, Ability to critically evaluate AI‑generated code and ensure correctness, security, and maintainability, Understanding of best practices and limitations of AI‑assisted development, Comfortable integrating AI tools into day‑to‑day engineering workflows to improve productivity and quality
What You'll Do.
Implement domain logic and definitions within the system
Build reliable and scalable solutions
aiming for clean implementations that minimize bugs and reduce the need for support
Continuously learn - whether it’s the business domain
the technologies we currently use
or new tools and approaches we want to
Actively suggest improvements to technical solutions or domain implementation at any time
especially during team planning sessions and retrospectives
take ownership of features from design to production
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborate on product requirements; during team planning sessions and retrospectives; collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world; team fit; team support; coming together in person fosters stronger connections, encourages collaboration, and drives innovation; exchange ideas, and grow together
Communication Scope
providing feedback; asking the right questions; exchange ideas
Process & Methodology
take ownership of features from design to production, Flexibility to manage your workday and tasks with autonomy, A balance of structure and autonomy to tackle your daily tasks
Full Job Description
We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business. * Implement domain logic and definitions within the system, and collaborate on product requirements by providing feedback and asking the right questions; * Build reliable and scalable solutions, aiming for clean implementations that minimize bugs and reduce the need for support or rework; * Continuously learn - whether it’s the business domain, the technologies we currently use, or new tools and approaches we want to explore; * Actively suggest improvements to technical solutions or domain implementation at any time, especially during team planning sessions and retrospectives. THE CHALLENGE : * Implement domain logic and definitions within the system, and collaborate on product requirements by providing feedback and asking the right questions; * Build reliable and scalable solutions, aiming for clean implementations that minimize bugs and reduce the need for support or rework; * Continuously learn - whether it’s the business domain, the technologies we currently use, or new tools and approaches we want to explore; * Actively suggest improvements to technical solutions or domain implementation at any time, especially during team planning sessions and retrospectives. ABOUT YOU : * Strong experience with Java • Solid hands on experience with Spring Boot (REST APIs, configuration, security basics) * Good understanding of object oriented design, clean code, and design principles (SOLID) * Experience building and maintaining backend services in production environments * Proficiency working with SQL databases and NoSQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) - Designing schemas, writing efficient queries, indexing * Familiarity with Git and modern development workflows (code reviews, pull r
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