Junior Java Developer - Sportsbook
Bring your A-game to Sportserve and Join our Next Generation of Talent in Tech.

Are you excited about shaping the future of sports betting technology? Join the Sportsbook team and contribute to our in-house Sportsbook platform that hosts multiple brands. Our sophisticated system leverages Java for robust development, Kafka for real-time data streaming, and Spring Boot for creating powerful services. You’ll work with various live sports feed integrations and utilise RabbitMQ for efficient message handling.
Our platform is engineered for high performance, ensuring high availability and scalability to handle high throughput and peak loads. We also prioritise rigorous performance testing to maintain superior reliability and speed.
If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology and want to make a significant impact in the sports betting industry, we want to hear from you!
When it comes to being successful at Sportserve, there's more to it than just being really good at the technical stuff. It's also your ability to be an awesome problem solver. And here's the thing, we totally get that we can't all be experts in everything, right? So, it's all about having that thirst for knowledge and being passionate about learning.
You'll also need amazing attention to detail, so if something seems off, you won't rest until you've figured out what's going on. We see ourselves as a cool group of people who love coming up with new ideas and making things happen. As long as you have a true passion for creating awesome stuff, you'll fit right in.
About the Job:
We are a multinational company that develops complex, high performance software solutions mainly for the sportsbook industry. Our goal is to deliver to our customers the best betting experience possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Write and maintain Java code that is clean, readable, and follows established coding standards.
- Work collaboratively within the team to deliver quality software.
- Troubleshoot and debug code to identify and fix issues in a timely manner.
- Write and execute unit tests to ensure code quality and maintainability.
- Learn and apply new technologies, programming languages, and frameworks as required.
- Participate in code reviews to provide and receive feedback on code quality and design.
- Document code and processes for future reference and knowledge sharing.
- Understand and apply best practices for software development, such as version control and Agile methodologies.
- Continuously improve their technical skills and knowledge through learning and training opportunities.
- Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients to ensure project success.
Nice-to-have skills and experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
- 1-2 years of working experience as a Java developer.
- Solid knowledge of the Java programming language, its core libraries, and development tools.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and design patterns.
- Knowledge of Spring or Spring Boot is a plus Basic knowledge of Linux command line is a plus.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Knowledge of SQL and relational database management systems such as MySQL or Oracle Experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit.
- Knowledge of Java-based ORMs like JPA/Hibernate is a plus.
- Knowledge of building RESTful web service APIs and REST API clients is a plus.
- Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum is a plus.
Other:
- Good oral and written English communication skills.
- Passion for programming.
- Eager to learn and grow professionally.
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
**We warmly invite applications in English.
Diversity & Inclusion at Sportserve
At Sportserve, we are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in building a team that reflects a wide array of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. Embracing diversity not only enriches our work culture but also drives innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where everyone’s contribution is valued and respected.
If you’re a passionate about technology and looking to kick-start your career in an international, forward-thinking Sports Betting company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become part of our exciting journey!

- Department
- Software Development
- Role
- DSB
- Locations
- Athens Greece, Nairobi Kenya , Belgrade Serbia
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job Level
- Junior
