Summary
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An early-career platform engineering opportunity for a curious and motivated backend-focused developer with around one to two years of commercial experience. You will work alongside experienced engineers and technical leads, contributing to services and platforms while developing your skills over the long term.
Highlights
Join an experienced technology team in a growth-oriented platform engineering role. The position is suited to an early-career engineer who wants mentorship, practical backend experience, and a long-term path toward becoming a highly capable engineer.
Description
Who We Are
Entain is fearlessly transforming the global racing, sports and wagering industry, creating unforgettable customer experiences and pushing beyond traditional boundaries.
Part of a FTSE 50 company with nearly 30,000 employees across 30+ countries including Europe, the USA, Australia and New Zealand, Entain ANZ powers leading brands like TAB, Trackside and Ladbrokes.
At Entain, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and Finance underpins the commercial decisions that drive performance, sustainable growth, and world-class customer experiences.
Your Impact
We're looking for a curious and motivated Junior/ Mid Engineer to join our Technology team in Bowen Hills.
This is a backend-focused opportunity for someone with around one to two years of commercial development experience who is keen to grow into a highly capable engineer over the long term.
You'll work alongside experienced developers and technical leads, contributing to services and platforms that support Entain's products.
While technical foundations are important, we're particularly interested in people who demonstrate curiosity, strong problem-solving ability, enthusiasm for learning and the potential to progress beyond a junior level.
A Day in the Life
Contribute to the design and implementation of efficient, scalable and robust solutions to suit project requirements. Backend engineering to implement tasks using compiled languages (Golang/Python)Data querying and manipulation using database technologies, including relational databases and nosql solutions (mongo) Be active in team collaboration - issue resolution, code review, showcases, discussing solutions with other engineers, production of documentation. Diagnose and triage errors using logging and metric tools - Loki logs, Grafana etcFrontend engineering to complete smaller tasks using JavaScript and associated libraries (React)
Your Strengths
Exposure to a compiled language.
Golang experience preferred but not necessaryBasic understanding or experience with NoSQL and relational databases Basic understanding or experience with Apache Kafka or similar queueing technologyFamiliar with REST and/or gRPC APIsAbility to design and implement small feature requests or bug fixes autonomously. Understanding of the concepts of microservices vs service-oriented architectures. Mid-level development skills in JavaScriptExperience with containerised applications: Kubernetes, Docker. Experience engaging with staff across different teams to facilitate outcomes.
Life at Entain
At Entain, it's more than a job - it's a place to grow, connect, and make an impact.
We value individuality, celebrate collaboration, and create space for bold ideas that move people.
Here, you'll help shape the voice of some of Australia and New Zealand's most recognised brands - while developing your own craft in a supportive, ambitious team.
Perks You'll Love
Hybrid & Flexible: Balance your life and workRecognition & Rewards: Celebrate wins and enjoy retailer discountsWellbeing Perks: Support for your health and happinessWorkday Extras: Free breakfast, snacks, and onsite baristaOffice Vibes: Pool table, live sports, and fun social activities
There's nothing like it.
For more information, please reach out to us at or hit apply now.
Due to the wagering aspect of our industry, applicants must be a minimum of 18 years to apply.
