Junior+ Backend Developer (Go/Python)

Phoenix Games is a technology company building next-generation iGaming and Web3 products for a global audience. We develop scalable gaming platforms powered by modern cloud technologies, blockchain, AI, and high-performance backend systems.
As our products continue to grow, we're looking for a Junior+ Backend Developer who is passionate about backend development, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and wants to build reliable, scalable software used by players worldwide.

What You'll Do
Develop and maintain backend services and APIs for our gaming platforms.
Work with Go or Python to build scalable and reliable backend solutions.
Design, implement, and integrate REST APIs and internal services.
Work with databases and write efficient SQL queries.
Investigate and troubleshoot bugs, performance issues, and production incidents.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
Collaborate closely with QA Engineers, Product Managers, and other Developers throughout the development lifecycle.
Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and technical discussions.
Contribute to improving system performance, reliability, and scalability.
Work with cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
Learn and apply modern technologies related to gaming, Web3, blockchain, and AI.

Tech Stack
Go / Python
REST API
PostgreSQL / SQL
Git
Docker
Linux
Redis
Message brokers / asynchronous processing
Swagger / OpenAPI
CI/CD
Cloud technologies
Monitoring and logging tools

Requirements
1+ years of commercial backend development experience.
Professional experience with either Python or Go.
Good understanding of backend development principles and software architecture basics.
Experience building or integrating REST APIs.
Basic to intermediate SQL knowledge.
Understanding of relational databases.
Familiarity with Git and standard development workflows.
Understanding of HTTP, JSON, and client-server architecture.
Ability to read and understand existing code and independently investigate issues.
Basic understanding of testing principles and writing unit tests.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ownership mindset.
Upper-Intermediate English or higher.

Nice to Have
Experience with both Go and Python.
Experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, or other backend data stores.
Experience with Docker and containerized applications.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or other cloud platforms.
Understanding of microservices and distributed systems.
Experience with message brokers such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
Familiarity with Kubernetes.
Experience with high-load or real-time systems.
Knowledge of performance testing or optimization.
Interest in Web3, blockchain, AI, or iGaming technologies.

What We Offer
Fully remote work from anywhere in Europe.
Long-term B2B cooperation.
Competitive salary paid in EUR or USD.
Annual salary reviews.
Performance-based bonus program.
Annual company bonus.
25 paid vacation days.
Paid sick leave.
Flexible working hours.
Home office budget.
Laptop or equipment allowance.
Learning & development budget for courses, certifications, books, and conferences.
English language lessons.
Private health insurance.
Mental health support program.
Sports and wellness compensation.
Team-building activities and international company retreats.
Opportunity to work with AI, Web3, blockchain, and modern cloud technologies.
Career growth in an international product company with ambitious expansion plans.