Senior Backend Engineer (Free to Play Games)

Midnite is a next-generation sports betting and gaming platform built for a new wave of players. We combine sharp product thinking, bold brand, and fast execution to create experiences that feel modern, intuitive, and built for how people actually play today. Over 400,000 players have already made the move, and we’re only just getting started. We’re a high-performance team operating at pace. High ownership. Constant iteration. No hiding behind processes. We move quickly, test relentlessly, and turn ambitious ideas into real impact.

We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to take ownership of the backend systems powering a new and ambitious suite of Free to Play games at Midnite. You’ll be responsible for building and maintaining the backend systems that power our new suite of games, constructing APIs, and producing robust and maintainable code within specified timelines. This is a senior, hands-on role focused on designing and building server-authoritative game systems in a regulated, high-trust environment.

You’ll work as part of a new, small, autonomous games team, partnering closely with the Lead Game Developer and Head of Product to shape how games work end-to-end, from player input through to outcomes, rewards, and analytics. You’ll be at the forefront of creating the systems that all future Midnite games will use!

This hugely exciting role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in tight, fast-moving teams but has the experience and judgement to build systems that work with and stand up to company-wide standards and long-term scale.

You will:

• Own the backend architecture and technical direction for Midnite’s new suite of free-to-play games
• Design and build server-authoritative systems covering outcome evaluation (RNG and skill-based), rewards, configuration, and analytics
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented code and ensuring quality and scalability of the codebase
• Establish and uphold backend standards in a regulated environment
• Define clear, robust client–server systems in partnership with the Lead Game Developer
• Work closely with the team to shape game mechanics and reward models, balancing player experience and fun with fairness, integrity, and risk
• Ensure alignment with core platform and compliance requirements as games integrate into the wider Midnite ecosystem
• Remain deeply hands-on, writing production code and setting technical patterns as the games platform evolves
• As the team scales, you’ll mentor and lead other developers and develop the ways of working
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies

The next Midniter:

• Has 5+ years of backend engineering experience in production environments
• Is highly proficient in Python (or another backend language and excited to work in Python)
• Has designed and maintained scalable RESTful APIs
• Has strong experience with databases such as PostgreSQL
• Has worked with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) in live systems
• Understands distributed systems, performance, and scalability challenges
• Writes clean, well-tested, maintainable code
• Thrives in high-ownership, fast-moving teams and communicates clearly across functions

Bonus points if you’ve worked in gaming, betting, fintech, or other regulated/high-trust industries, or have experience with high-volume, low-latency systems and CI/CD environments.

Winnings:

• Private health insurance (optical included, dental optional)
• Income protection
• 25 days’ holiday + generous parental leave
• Flexible working + fully supported home setup
• Salary sacrifice schemes (nursery, tech & more) + retail discounts
• Quarterly team socials
• Clear pay bands and a strong focus on growth and feedback

At Midnite, we’re committed to creating equal opportunities for everyone. We actively strive to build balanced teams that reflect the diversity of our communities, including ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and all genders. We aim to provide an inclusive and supportive interview experience for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure you feel comfortable and set up for success.