Java Developer Poker
Relax Gaming · Tallinn, Harju, Estonia
Information Technology & Services · 201-500 employees
About the role
You will build and maintain robust backend systems using Java while collaborating with frontend developers and stakeholders to implement new features. Additionally, you will focus on improving system performance, scalability, and code quality through troubleshooting complex technical challenges.
What they look for
Requirements
The role requires at least 3 years of experience in backend development with Java and familiarity with message queues like RabbitMQ or Kafka. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good English communication skills are essential for this position.
Full description
Hey Java Developer!
Are you a backend engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and happens to love poker? Then this might be your next move.
At Relax Gaming, you’ll work on our industry-leading poker product, building scalable, high-performance backend systems together with a team of experienced developers and poker enthusiasts.
We’re known for pushing boundaries in the online poker space: constantly evolving the product with new features, formats, and improvements. With a strong roadmap ahead, we’re looking for someone who wants to help us take it even further.
What you’ll be doing
- Building and maintaining robust backend systems using Java
- Contributing to the design and implementation of new features and improvements
- Collaborating closely with frontend developers and business stakeholders
- Continuously improving performance, scalability, and code quality
- Troubleshooting and solving complex technical challenges
What we’re looking for
- 3+ years of experience in backend development with Java
- Experience working with message queues (e.g. RabbitMQ, Kafka, or similar)
- Solid understanding of software development best practices
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Good communication skills in English
Nice to have
- Experience with Python
- Experience within iGaming or a similar domain
- Familiarity with databases such as MongoDB, Redis, or MariaDB
- Experience with concurrent and asynchronous programming
- A genuine interest in poker or gaming
Why join us?
At Relax, you’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares about what we build. We combine deep technical expertise with a passion for creating great player experiences and we’re not afraid to try new things.
You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Work on a product with real impact and scale
- Be part of a collaborative, experienced, and low-ego team
- Contribute ideas and shape the future of our poker platform
Ready to join?
This role is available in our office in Tallinn, Helsinki, or Oulu.
Are you ready to join a creative, forward-thinking team shaping the future of iGaming? At Relax, we value curiosity, diversity, and the courage to challenge limits. With 350+ colleagues across 10+ locations, we combine stability with constant evolution, driven by passion and teamwork. Relax offers an environment where you can grow, learn, and make a real impact. Collaboration is central to how we work, and our success comes from the talent and dedication of our people. No matter where you’re based, you’ll find the same supportive, respectful, and ambitious spirit that defines Relax Gaming.
About Relax Gaming
Relax Gaming Group was founded in 2010 with the goal of simplifying B2B content delivery for the modern iGaming landscape. With business simplicity and collaboration central to its ethos. Via a quick one-time integration, Relax Gaming now provides access to a roster of 4,000+ casino games to 1,000+ operator brands with a diverse range of proprietary products, including Poker, Bingo, and it's own extensive slot portfolio. High-quality aggregated content from multiple partner studios, is provided through its selected Silver Bullet (commercially represented) and Powered By Relax (commercially independent) partners.
