Senior Software Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer
London, UK. Hybrid - min. 1 day per week in office
Permanent, Full-time
About TxODDS
TxODDS is a premier provider of ultra low-latency, accurate odds data, fast scores, and innovative betting solutions for the global sports betting industry. With offices in London, Chicago, and Belgrade - and team members working worldwide - we deliver cutting-edge technology and data products that power some of the world’s top sportsbooks.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our London-based engineering team. This is a strategic, hands-on role where you’ll combine technical expertise with operational thinking to help shape the future of our platform. You’ll lead the charge in simplifying our tech stack, championing industry-standard tools, and guiding the transition toward AI-assisted development.
What You’ll Do:
In this role, you’ll take ownership of key responsibilities that help drive team and business success. Your day-to-day will include:
- Leading the design and delivery of robust, scalable solutions using industry-standard technologies.
- Driving the shift away from custom, hand-rolled systems toward proven tools like Kafka.
- Maintaining and improving existing Scala-based code while advocating for simplicity and efficiency.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with business goals.
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers, shielding them from unnecessary complexity.
- Participating in architectural decisions and requirements engineering.
- Embracing AI-assisted development to accelerate delivery and improve productivity.
- Ensuring systems are performant, reliable, and easy to maintain.
What You’ll Bring:
We’re looking for someone with the skills, experience, and mindset to thrive in this role. Ideally, you’ll have:
- Strong experience in software engineering with Scala (essential for current stack).
- Familiarity with messaging systems like Kafka and a preference for industry-standard tools.
- Solid understanding of SQL databases and Linux for debugging and operations.
Nice to have:
- Exposure to sports data or betting systems.
- Experience mentoring or leading small teams.
What You’ll Get From Us
At TxODDS, you’ll be part of a well-established, technology-first company with ambitious growth plans and a global footprint. You’ll work alongside brilliant minds in a culture that’s fun, relaxed, and hardworking - where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
We offer a competitive benefits package tailored to your location, and we’re happy to share more details during the hiring process.
Interview Process
We like to keep things straightforward and respectful of your time. The process includes:
- Initial chat with our Talent Partner.
Please note, we use AI tools to record calls during the process. This helps us give you our full attention in the conversation and ensures we can review discussions accurately.
Equal Opportunities & Data Protection
TxODDS is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We take data protection seriously. Any personal information shared during the application process will be handled in line with applicable privacy laws.