KingMakers
iGaming
SeniorBackendSoftwareEngineer
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“Senior Backend Software Engineer at KingMakers. Skills: Backend Development, Microservices, Distributed Systems, Cloud-native Applications. Design backend systems. Develop backend systems”
What You'll Achieve.
Seamless operational excellence; Deliver entertainment with integrity; Deliver entertainment with innovation; Deliver entertainment with impact
Industry & Context.
Performance optimisation; Scalability challenges; Operational challenges; Troubleshooting; Incident response; Root-cause analysis
2 days in-office, Regular in-office attendance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years software engineering experience, Backend development expertise, Proficiency in C#, Proficiency in .NET ecosystem, Experience designing microservices, Experience building microservices, Understanding of distributed systems, Understanding of domain-driven design, Understanding of event-driven architectures, Experience with relational databases, Experience with NoSQL databases, Experience building cloud-native applications, Experience operating cloud-native applications, Hands-on experience with Docker, Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Hands-on experience with AKS, Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Experience with Infrastructure as Code, Experience with messaging technologies, Experience with event-streaming technologies, Understanding of testing practices, Understanding of observability, Understanding of monitoring, Understanding of performance optimisation, Focus on secure software development, Focus on engineering best practices, Experience delivering complex projects, Owning solutions end-to-end, Experience mentoring junior engineers, Contributing to culture of learning, Contributing to culture of collaboration, Communication skills, Stakeholder management skills, Ability to work in fast-paced teams, Ability to work in cross-functional teams, Ability to balance technical excellence, Ability to balance business outcomes, Located in Cape Town, Willing to relocate to Cape Town
Nice to Have
Experience in iGaming industry, Experience in sports betting industry, Knowledge of regulatory requirements, Knowledge of compliance requirements, Experience in high-growth businesses, Experience in scale-up technology businesses, Exposure to platform modernisation, Exposure to cloud migration initiatives
What You'll Do.
Design backend systems
Develop backend systems
Maintain backend systems
Contribute to architecture discussions
Contribute to design discussions
Shape technical solutions
Write maintainable code
Identify performance challenges
Identify scalability challenges
Identify operational challenges
Resolve performance challenges
Resolve scalability challenges
Resolve operational challenges
Contribute to engineering standards
Contribute to tooling improvements
Contribute to development practices
Own technical initiatives
Build distributed systems
Support business operations
Embed operational excellence
Contribute to infrastructure improvements
Contribute to developer productivity
Participate in troubleshooting
Participate in incident response
Participate in root-cause analysis
Collaborate with Product Managers
Collaborate with Designers
Collaborate with engineers
Deliver impactful solutions
Participate in technical discussions
Participate in code reviews
Participate in design reviews
Mentor junior engineers
Mentor mid-level engineers
Provide technical guidance
Promote engineering best practices
Contribute to team culture
Translate business requirements
Provide technical input
Communicate technical trade-offs
Communicate recommendations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional product teams; Code reviews; Design reviews
Communication Scope
Stakeholder management; Technical communication
Process & Methodology
Planning, Estimation, Delivery
Full Job Description
**At KingMakers, we’re not here to follow the industry, we’re here to define it.** We are a proudly homegrown African company, building the future of sports and iGaming entertainment across the continent. Since our launch in 2018, we’ve created platforms that connect millions of fans to the excitement they love through our leading brands, **BetKing** and **SuperSportBet**. From Nigeria to South Africa, we’ve rapidly grown into a powerhouse, recognized for raising standards, pushing boundaries, and shaping what’s next in our industry. Our vision is bold: to be the home where Africa plays. Collaboration, innovation, and fearless execution define our culture. Every decision is purposeful, every interaction impactful, and every product designed to serve our players and partners with excellence. We move fast, stay curious, and constantly raise the bar. Our mission is to deliver entertainment with integrity, innovation, and impact — **because great products can change how entire communities experience play**. As a **Senior Backend Software Engineer** within the UBO (Unified Back Office) domain, you will play a key role in designing, building, and evolving the platforms and services that enable seamless operational excellence across KingMakers. The UBO domain owns critical business capabilities including Back Office systems, Framework services, Authentication and Permissions, Market Configuration, Operational Automation, Customer Support tooling, Chatbots, Salesforce integrations, Inbound Contact platforms, Help Centre solutions, and FAQ management. We're looking for engineers who thrive in high-impact environments, enjoy solving complex distributed systems challenges, and are passionate about building robust, maintainable software while supporting the growth of those around them. **Requirements** * **5+ years** of professional software engineering experience, with strong backend development expertise. * Strong proficiency in C# and the .NET ecosystem. * Experience designi
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