Software Engineer – HYBRID

Job Overview

Company logo:https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/C4E0BAQHAlQtsnptJ2g/company-logo_400_400/company-logo_400_400/0/1644989125219/whereafricaplays_logo?e=1749686400&v=beta&t=FsPPCJRPA-qwoaua0pqK69z_7Xoj-InhU0oy90oxM3s About us:

At KingMakers, we’re not just building products; we’re redefining how millions of sports fans across Africa experience entertainment. Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to deliver seamless, 24/7 digital sports and gaming experiences that bring people closer to the games they love, online and offline.

The Role:

As a Software Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of our engineering team, driving back-end initiatives and developing robust, scalable solutions. You’ll play a key role in system architecture, technical decision-making, and product innovation, ensuring our technology stack evolves to meet business needs efficiently.

We’re looking for engineers who love to build, test, and optimize. If you thrive in a high-impact environment, enjoy working autonomously while collaborating with cross-functional teams, and are passionate about crafting elegant and maintainable software, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

Design, Build, and Scale

Lead back-end initiatives with autonomy and minimal managerial oversightMake informed engineering decisions considering technical debt, system design, stability, and business needsDevelop high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutionsContribute to the analysis, design, and implementation of new featuresEnsure code quality, performance optimization, and adherence to engineering best practicesParticipate in on-call rotations, supporting the resolution of critical incidents while driving preventative measures

Problem Solving & Technical Excellence

Identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues proactivelyEnsure system observability, reliability, and performanceWork within the company’s security strategy, fostering a security-first mindsetParticipate in the resolution of critical incidents and propose long-term solutions

Collaboration & Cross-functional Work

Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to create exceptional user experiencesUnderstand customer behavior and contribute to product vision and strategyClearly articulate technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersParticipate in planning and decision-making to shape the roadmap

Code Reviews & Best Practices

Conduct and participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedbackPromote a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharingMaintain and improve development efficiency through best-in-class tools and practices

Mentorship & Growth

Mentor junior engineers and support their professional developmentAdvocate for engineering excellence and best practices across the teamDrive continuous improvement in the development lifecycle and technical processes

Requirements

Technical Skills & Experience

3+ years of professional experience in software developmentProficiency in C# and .NET frameworkExperience with relational databases (MS SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis)Strong knowledge of microservices architecture and domain-driven designUnderstanding of modern DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (preferably Microsoft Azure)Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS)Experience with message queuing systems (RabbitMQ) and event streaming platforms (Kafka)Strong focus on code quality, testing methodologies, and software engineering best practicesKnowledge of performance optimization strategies, caching techniques, and observability tools (Grafana, APM solutions)Security-conscious approach to software development

Soft Skills & Mindset

Passion for problem-solving and building scalable solutionsAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quicklyExcellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearlyA growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvementA team player who values collaboration, feedback, and knowledge sharing

Nice to Have

Experience in the iGaming or sports betting industryKnowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standardsExperience working in a hyper-growth startup environment

How you do it – Expectations for fulfilling your role:

As a general rule at KingMakers we want people to be:

Customer Focus: We keep the customer at the center of everything we do Passion & Dedication: We are passionate about what we do, employing only smart, honest, dedicated, and results-oriented team players Openness, Honesty & Directness: We embrace a culture of candor and work together towards the right solution whilst being open, honest, and willing to give and receive feedback, judgment-free. We play the ball, not the person Innovation & Big Thinking: We always look for ways to innovate whilst not losing sight of what’s important Ownership & Accountability: We think like owners. If we see a problem, we find a solution Speed & Focus: We plan, we strategize, but mostly, we DO Low Ego: The best solutions are achieved when we leave our egos at the door. We always seek opportunities to learn in every situation Fun: On balance, we believe in having fun whilst working

Benefits

At KingMakers, we believe great talent deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer competitive compensation packages designed to reflect your expertise and impact.

Our benefits are tailored to each location, ensuring they align with what matters most to our people. Whether it’s health coverage, hybrid work and perks, we strive to provide what you need to thrive – wherever you are.