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Catalyte

Senior Backend Software Engineer (Boston)

Catalyte, Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02298

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Senior Backend Software Engineer

Location:

This position is onsite at the Boston (zip 02210) HQ located next to South Station Monday - Thursday with Friday is a remote optional day

Local Candidates only.

No C2C's, No Sponsorship, Must be eligible for W2 employment in the US to be considered

Our client builds the technology that powers modern, social-first gaming experiences. Through their proprietary sweepstakes-based sportsbook and casino engine, we enable partners to launch their own fully branded, legally compliant gaming products.

Headquartered in Boston with operations in Monterrey, Barcelona, and Atlanta, our client is scaling rapidly and building a team passionate about redefining how people play, bet, and connect online.

We are looking for Senior Backend Software Engineers, who will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the core infrastructure of the platform. You will take ownership of high-performance backend systems, drive technical excellence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions that support our growth and compliance needs.

Key Responsibilities: Design & Develop Backend Systems

Build scalable, resilient APIs and backend components supporting web, mobile, and third-party integrations. Optimize Performance, Security & Compliance

Enhance system performance, implement security best practices, and ensure adherence to AML, KYC, data privacy, and gaming regulations. Data Infrastructure & Analytics

Develop and maintain data pipelines for analytics, fraud detection, geolocation, and regulatory reporting. Technical Ownership & Collaboration

Collaborate with product, security, compliance, and data teams to translate requirements into effective technical solutions. Operational Excellence

Participate in incident response, monitoring, and root cause analysis to ensure system stability and security. Mentorship & Innovation

Share knowledge with team members, promote best practices, and explore emerging technologies relevant to gaming, fintech, or AI fraud detection.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in designing, building, and scaling high-performance backend systems. Strong expertise in Python for backend development, automation, and data processing. Proficiency in API development, CI/CD processes, and infrastructure automation. Experience in data pipeline architecture, analytics, and geolocation-based access controls. Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural decisions. Familiarity with security, compliance (AML, KYC, data privacy), and system performance tuning. Excellent collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.