Software Engineer III (Backend, Java)

Job Description As a Software Engineer III (Backend, Java), you'll join the iCasino Platform team within FBG, working on a highly scalable, fault-tolerant system that powers casino gaming experiences. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing software, participating in technical and design discussions, and owning the delivery of features for game management, bet placement, jackpots, and integrations with third-party providers. You’ll also contribute to the rollout of our platform into new and emerging markets, helping adapt and scale our systems for international expansion (e.g., Canada). Beyond coding, you'll collaborate with engineers across the team, promote engineering best practices, and partner with internal teams to ensure seamless interactions between our casino platform and other services within the Fanatics ecosystem. Responsibilities

• As a microservices developer, you are required to build software systems that have well-defined interfaces. The selected candidate will write modular and reusable code and deliver high-quality results for enterprise projects.
• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software into production
• Own the delivery of small to mid-sized features and components from design through implementation
• Works through project and task roadblocks, collaborating with teammates and escalating when needed
• Contribute to and help drive technical and design discussions within the team, building deeper expertise in design approaches and best practices
• Make implementation trade-off decisions and contribute to solution design
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across environments, including production, and drive root cause analysis
• Participate in the on-call rotation to support production systems and resolve issues
• Take ownership of problems, propose solutions, and ensure resolution or proper handoff
• Participate in code reviews, providing and incorporating feedback to improve code quality and maintainability
• Contribute to team planning, estimation, and prioritization discussions
• Support software quality, customer experience, and maintainability by contributing to automated testing and operational excellence efforts
• Work closely with product teams and internal stakeholders to inform technology decisions and improve our products
• Contribute to the release and adaptation of products for new and emerging markets, ensuring systems meet regional requirements and scale effectively
• Mentor and support engineers earlier in their careers, and participate in the interview process
• Must be open to occasional travel to Fanatics Betting & Gaming offices and other locations for conferences, events, meetings, and team-building activities

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience
• 2+ years of experience with Java/Spring Boot or similar technologies
• Experience building scalable and fault-tolerant systems
• Experience developing microservices using Java, Spring, or similar technologies
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot issues across environments, including production
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms and their practical application
• Ability to make sound implementation trade-off decisions
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to a variety of audiences
• Familiarity with Agile software development and Scrum methodology
• Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment where priorities evolve and decisions are made quickly

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS or other cloud computing platforms
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, etc.)

Salary Range: $121,600 – $181,250 USD per year The base salary for this role is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience and may vary depending on the successful candidate’s geographic location. Remote employee may also be eligible for a home office setup stipend. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/ Depending on the role, your interview and onboarding experience may include in-person components, such as onsite interviews or Launching into Better: LIVE—a multi-day cultural immersion in New York City for full-time, non-seasonal hires. These sessions are designed to build connection and bring our culture to life, though specific travel and participation requirements will be confirmed based on your role and location. Your recruiter will provide clear guidance at each stage of the process. Ready to build the future of sports betting? If you possess some of these skills but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply! About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. About The Team Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics, a global digital sports platform. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to 95% of the addressable online sports bettor market in the U.S. Fanatics Casino is currently available online in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Fanatics Betting and Gaming operates twenty-two retail sports betting locations, including the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Northwest Stadium. Fanatics Betting and Gaming is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver, Leeds and Dublin.