Game Client Developer / Team Lead

Job Title: Game Client Developer / Team Lead Location: Georgia hybrid Employment Type: Full-time Division: Technology Reports to: Head of Development Why Playnetic? Playnetic is an innovative and fast-growing player in the iGaming industry. We create cutting-edge casino games and technology that entertain millions of players worldwide, combining creativity, quality, and innovation at every step. Our gaming content is built around our core values: quality gaming, dedicated customer service, and reliable delivery to our partners. With a global mindset, we’re committed to building engaging products and an inspiring workplace where teams can thrive. Role Overview: We are looking for a Game Client Team Lead to lead our client-side development team and ensure the reliable and timely delivery of our games. This role is primarily focused on technical leadership, team management, and delivery coordination, while staying sufficiently hands-on to support architectural decisions and complex technical challenges. You will lead a team of 6–7 client developers with mixed seniority, mentor their growth, and help maintain high engineering standards. Our current client engine is Java-based, and we are gradually transitioning toward a PIXI.js-based client. You will play a key role in supporting this evolution, helping the team adapt while ensuring stability and delivery continuity. You will have ownership over team processes, engineering practices, and technical tools, while working within our established client framework and collaborating closely with technical leadership on architectural decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the client side development teamProvide technical direction and resolve complex engineering challengesEnsure and maintain high quality coding standardsMentor and coach developers to support their carrier growth and skill developmentCollaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of game releasesDefine and monitor team and individual developer goals aligned with broader business and technical objectivesDrive improvements to engineering processes and collaboration modelsDesign and implement new engine features and reusable systems for future scalabilityHiring, onboarding and mentoring employees Deliverables Reliable and timely delivery of client features and games aligned with the roadmapManage and optimize team capacity to support delivery goalsTeam growth and retention including and mentoring developersConsistent team stability and output during major organization changesSmooth adoption of new technologies and workflows during the engine transition Required Skills & Experience Strong experience in client-side software developmentExperience mentoring developersStrong debugging and problem-solving skillsExperience maintaining and improving existing systemsAbility to balance delivery, technical quality, and team supportStrong communication and leadership skillsFluent English Preferred Qualifications Experience in game developmentExperience leading developersExperience working with Java and JavaScript or TypeScriptExperience with PIXI.js or similar rendering frameworksExperience working with custom enginesExperience supporting teams through technology transitions What we offer: Real Impact: We’re small enough that your voice is heard — your contributions directly shape how we build, and you’ll have real opportunities to make your mark.Autonomy & Ownership: We trust your expertise and give you the ownership to do your best work your way, with no micromanagement.Supportive Leadership & Flat Hierarchy: A collaborative, open environment led by accessible managers who prioritize mentorship, psychological safety, and removing blockers.Fast-Track Growth: As we scale, your career scales with us — we actively support professional development, training, and progression.Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary and extra holiday for well-being.