Remote Java Developer Intern Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

The Lead Game Server Developer (Java) will design, build, and maintain backend services that power Caesars Digital real-money proprietary casino game clients. This role is responsible for developing secure, scalable server-side systems that integrate directly with the Caesars in house RGS and Caesars platform services to support game functionality, transactional flows, and live operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong Java backend expertise and experience building distributed, transactional systems. This role will partner closely with client engineers, math/design, platform providers, and compliance teams to ensure all games operate reliably and meet regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.

This position sits within the internal Caesars game studio and plays a critical role in enabling proprietary game development, launch readiness, and long-term live operations support

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Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java backend development (Spring Boot or similar frameworks preferred)

• Experience building RESTful APIs and real-time service integrations

• Experience integrating with external platforms and transactional systems

• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS preferred)

• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and caching solutions

• Understanding of secure transactional systems and authentication protocols

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and modern development workflows

• Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes preferred)

Education & Background

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years backend/server engineering experience

• Experience supporting real-time transactional or gaming systems strongly preferred

• iGaming or RGS experience highly preferred

Professional Skills

• Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to operate in fast-paced, milestone-driven environment

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Self-motivated and effective in a remote work environment

• Passion for real-money gaming and technology innovation

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

• Must be able to type and talk on the phone for extended periods of time

• Fully remote, work-from-home role

• Must be comfortable working across distributed teams and time zones

• Periodic travel may be required for team collaboration or studio planning sessions

The salary range for this position is $96,000.00 - $130,000.00 USD, which is dependent on a several factors including relevant experience, geography, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k)-matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses. This role includes paid Personal Time Off and paid company holidays.

Backend & Server Development

• Architect, develop, and maintain Java-based backend services supporting Caesars iGaming clients

• Build and maintain server-side logic enabling game client communication with the Caesars RGS

• Implement secure transactional flows including wager placement, outcomes, wallet interactions, and promotional features

• Develop APIs and service layers supporting game features, jackpots, bonusing, and tournaments

• Ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of backend systems supporting live real-money gameplay

• Write clean, scalable, well-documented production-ready code

RGS & Caesars Platform Integration

• Implement and maintain integrations with RGS for game state, outcomes, and reporting

• Partner with Caesars platform teams on wallet, PAM, and promotional system integrations

• Support game launch readiness including environment configuration and certification support

• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues between game clients, RGS, and platform services

• Monitor server-side performance and transactional integrity in production environments

Architecture & Technical Excellence

• Design backend architecture that supports extensibility across multiple game titles

• Champion best practices in Java backend development, security, and performance optimization

• Conduct code reviews and maintain high engineering standards across the studio

• Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting to ensure system stability

• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes across development and production environments

Collaboration & Studio Support

• Work closely with client engineers to support feature development and integration

• Partner with product, math, and design teams to implement game features and promotional mechanics

• Collaborate with QA and compliance teams to support testing and regulatory submissions

• Participate in sprint planning, technical design reviews, and release planning

• Provide backend technical input into roadmap and feature feasibility

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline integrations and improve launch efficiency

• Evaluate new backend technologies and tools to enhance studio capabilities

• Stay current on iGaming platform standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies

• Contribute to a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement