Assignment description
As Technical Lead, you will take technical ownership of a new gaming platform from an early stage, staying close to the code while laying down the system’s foundational architecture. You will own the backend services and APIs behind the platform, collaborating closely with an established frontend team (who manage the customer-facing experience), product owners, and an external dev partner.

Key responsibilities include:
– Writing, reviewing, and shipping high-quality production code as an active, hands-on contributor.
– Shaping platform architecture, making pragmatic decisions that prioritize simplicity, scalability, and maintainability.
– Managing end-to-end technical delivery from development and testing through deployment, monitoring, and iteration.
– Working closely with an external development partner to review deliverables and uphold engineering standards.
– Ensuring platform stability and compliance with regulatory frameworks, including Swedish Gambling Authority standards.
– Building out the in-house backend capability by recruiting, onboarding, and mentoring the initial engineering hires.
– Partnering with Product and existing frontend teams to deliver robust backend services and APIs.

About the team
You will join a small, agile team with short decision paths and high autonomy.

Must haves
– Proven experience as a hands-on backend engineer actively shipping production code.
– Strong proficiency in Kotlin, or a solid Java background with a genuine commitment to working in Kotlin.
– Hands-on experience building, running, and scaling services in AWS alongside relational databases like MySQL.
– Background in developing software within high-transaction or strictly regulated environments.
– Strong technical judgment with an ability to keep architecture simple, clean, and pragmatic.
– Confidence leading technical decisions and collaborating directly with external development partners.

Other requirements
– Adaptable mindset suited for a fast-moving environment where priorities can evolve quickly.
– Long-term ambition to grow into broader technical leadership while remaining close to the technology and codebase.
– Excellent communication skills to interface between product teams, frontend developers, and external partners.
– Prior experience within the iGaming industry is a strong plus.

About the customer
Our Customer was founded by iGaming veterans with a proven track record of building successful companies. Backed by deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience, they are currently in an exciting growth phase driven by entrepreneurial energy. Operating with a flat organizational structure, Our Customer values autonomy and accountability, providing an environment where personal growth and professional development go hand in hand.