Backend Software Engineer

Backend Engineer (full stack, .Net) - Fully Remote (Permanent) This is a fully remote role based in Canada.

Strive Gaming is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to play a critical role in advancing our iGaming platform. This is a backend-focused role, centred on building and operating scalable, secure, and high-performance services, while also requiring enough front-end knowledge to effectively support and collaborate on web applications. You will work within a mature, heritage codebase that continues to evolve, contributing to new functionality while improving existing systems incrementally.

We operate a 'you build it, you run it' model, meaning you will take full ownership of the services you deliver into production.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, high-performing backend services and APIs using .NET
• Build and evolve core platform capabilities and third-party integrations
• Work effectively within a large, established codebase, modernising it pragmatically
• Write comprehensive automated tests to ensure reliability, performance, and security
• Collaborate with web engineers and contribute to React-based applications where necessary
• Partner closely with QA, Operations, Security, and Release teams to deliver production-ready software
• Contribute to architectural discussions and backend design decisions
• Produce clear, maintainable technical documentation
• Proactively identify and resolve performance, reliability, and operational issues
• Support live production systems, including participation in an on-call rotation

• 2+ years of professional experience in .NET development using C# and Web APIs
• Strong backend engineering skills with a focus on clean, testable, maintainable, and high-performance code
• Working knowledge of React and modern web development (not a primary focus, but required)
• Experience working with heritage or legacy codebases, with the judgement to improve them safely
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and integration patterns
• Awareness of performance, scalability, and security considerations in production systems
• Working knowledge of SQL databases, caching systems, message queues, and distributed architectures
• Experience deploying and operating services in virtualised or cloud environments (AWS, Azure, VMware, etc.)
• Experience working in an agile development environment
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote setup
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada

• Experience in the iGaming industry
• Exposure to iGaming vendors (Payments, KYC, Geolocation, CRM, Affiliates, Casino, Sports book, etc.)
• Experience working in regulated, compliance-heavy environments