[Remote] Software Engineer I

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform that is seeking a Software Engineer I to join their Betting & Gaming team. In this role, you will design and develop scalable backend services and APIs, working closely with cross-functional teams to create data-driven systems that enhance the sports betting experience for fans.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, test, and deploy scalable backend services and RESTful APIs that drive real-time featuresDesign, develop, test and contribute to mobile applicationsCollaborate closely with senior engineers and product teams to understand data pipelines, system dependencies, and product requirementsParticipate in the on-call rotation and help triage, debug, and resolve issues in production systemsContribute to service architecture, sprint planning, and long-term technical decisionsParticipate in code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and shared learningBuild observability into everything you create — we value proactive monitoring and actionable alertsDevelop a growing understanding of our domain — from sports event hierarchies to how data quality impacts user trustStay current with backend trends and tooling, especially in distributed systems, cloud-native infrastructure, and data APIsOpen to occasional travel to FBG offices or industry events for collaboration and team-buildingSkills1-4 years of professional experience building backend systems or APIs, ideally in fast-paced or data-rich environments2+ years of experience with Java or Kotlin; experience with Kafka, Databricks, and Snowflake are a plusExperience and willingness to learn Kotlin Multiplatform and Mobile app development is a plusStrong understanding of microservices architecture and REST API design principlesExperience working with databases (MongoDB, or similar) and comfortable with data modeling and caching strategiesFamiliarity with system observability practices (logs, metrics, traces), CI/CD pipelines, and Agile workflowsYou're a problem solver and collaborator — comfortable taking ownership, navigating ambiguity, and working across teamsStrong written and verbal communication skills, especially in remote-first settingsExposure to cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) or Kubernetes-based infrastructureExperience in data-focused services: indexing pipelines, data quality frameworks, or real-time feedsInterest in building systems that balance scale, speed, and accuracy — especially in live sports or gaming contextsPrevious work in startup-like environments or experience iterating quickly on 0→1 initiativesPassion for clean code, system design, and mentoring others where possibleGeneral interest in Sports, Casino, Generative AI, and Recommendation SystemsBenefitsMedicalDentalVision401KPaid time offGymPassPet InsuranceFamily Care BenefitsHome office setup stipendCompany OverviewFanatics is a sports merchandise retailer that manufactures fan gear and jerseys across retail channels. It is a sub-organization of Kynetic. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.fanaticsinc.com.



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