Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Architect / Infrastructure Team Lead in Europe. In this role, you will take full technical ownership of complex backend infrastructures powering high-traffic platforms in gaming, payments, and real-time communication. You will lead the design, maintenance, and continuous improvement of scalable backend systems while supporting cross-functional teams to deliver new features. This position offers the chance to work in a fully remote, fast-paced environment where innovation, autonomy, and collaboration are highly valued. You will work closely with international teams, overseeing system reliability, troubleshooting, and integrations to ensure seamless platform performance. It is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise will directly shape the company's technical evolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of backend server systems supporting games, payments, accounts, and chat
• Oversee systems such as AccountWeb (casino and payments) and XMPP-based chat servers for in-game communication
• Manage and evolve system APIs, ensuring smooth integration with external platforms like Fireblocks, QT Casino, and Payment IQ
• Provide technical guidance to the team, driving best practices for backend architecture and system performance
• Troubleshoot production and staging environments, ensuring reliable operations across distributed infrastructures
• Maintain and improve the build system, including Maven-based pipelines and Docker deployments
• Support the development of new features and the optimization of existing ones, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a senior Java developer with solid backend expertise
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Docker (Swarm) and containerized environments
• Strong skills in multithreading, networking, and Linux system troubleshooting
• In-depth experience with Maven for building, testing, deploying, and integrating with Docker
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline setup and automation systems
• Knowledge of or experience with frameworks and tools such as Drools, Infinispan, JGroups, JBoss Cache, MariaDB, Spring, GitHub Actions, and modular Maven artifact management
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in distributed environments

Benefits

• Fully remote position with flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses
• 30 paid days off per year
• High autonomy and personal responsibility in a fast-growing company
• Opportunities to contribute to an expanding portfolio of products and projects
• Supportive environment that encourages side projects and entrepreneurial growth
• Inclusive and international team culture with colleagues from over 35 nationalities
• Additional localized benefits for permanent employees, depending on location