Backend Software Engineer

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities.

Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit

Overall Description

We’re looking for an experienced Backend Software Engineer to join our team and help build the backbone of our software applications. In this role, you’ll design and maintain scalable, high-performing backend systems using modern technologies like Java 17, Spring Boot 3+, and Hibernate.

Experience with PostgreSQL and basic knowledge of Angular 19 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain efficient backend systems using Java 17, Spring Boot 3+, Hibernate, and related tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn business requirements into technical solutions.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth performance and reliability.
• Work with version control systems (GIT), including branching strategies on platforms like Bitbucket or Git Hub.
• Participate in code reviews and share feedback to maintain high-quality standards.
• Partner with frontend developers to deliver seamless integrations and user experiences.
• Break down project requirements into actionable tasks and deliver on time.
• Follow best practices to write clean, reusable, and maintainable code.
• Contribute to an Agile environment and actively engage in Scrum ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Java 17+, Spring Boot 3+, and Hibernate.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum.
• Knowledge of SQL and experience with web services.
• Familiarity with Git-based platforms and branching strategies.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver projects in an Agile setting.
• Proficiency with development tools like Intelli
  
  J IDE.

• Experience with PostgreSQL.
• Basic knowledge of Angular 19.

Success Profile

• Leading Complexity

• Leading People

• Leading the Business

• Leading Self

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Brightstar is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. Brightstar is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

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