Frontend Software Developer, In-Play

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Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, GBR
In-Office
Entry level
Digital Media • Gaming • Software • Esports • Automation
We’re a world‑leading betting brand, delivering across a broad range of sports and markets globally.
The Role
Develop and maintain frontend features for a high-traffic, real-time sports betting platform. The role focuses on React and TypeScript development, low-latency and highly available user experiences, scalable solutions, code quality, performance improvements, testing support, technical design input, effort estimation, and collaboration with product owners and delivery teams using agile methods.
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Company Description

We’re one of the world’s leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 10,000 people and serve over 120 million customers in 26 languages.

We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of growth opportunities, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward-thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our global worldwide.

Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, featuring more than 1.38 million In-Play sporting events a year. With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe (750,000), we handle over 6 million HTTP requests daily and process more than 1.5 million bets per hour at peak.

Job Description

As a Frontend Software Developer, you will help shape live sports experiences with sharp, scalable code. 

You will be joining our sports platform In-Play team, working on our flagship Sports product to enhance our product offering with innovative new features. It is an exciting time as we continue to grow based on the constant success of our product, and new opportunities in emerging markets. 

Our product offers real-time betting opportunities on live sporting events, as well as industry-leading features such as Live Streaming and Match Live, to enhance the customer experience. 

You will help to deliver the best front end and user centric experience for our customers and team members. You will be exposed to challenges beyond the client facing products and have ability to develop low latency, highly available and scalable solutions. 

With a solid foundation in software delivery, your technical knowledge, attention to detail, people skills and passion for software development will be invaluable to the success of the team. 

This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company’s hybrid working from home policy.

Qualifications

  • Strong experience with React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS. 
  • Experience building and maintaining user interfaces for complex, high-traffic products. 
  • Ability to design front end solutions that support low-latency and highly available services. 
  • Experience working with high volumes of transactions or real-time data. 
  • Familiarity with backend technologies such as Golang, C#, .Net, Java, C++ or C. 
  • Experience working with Scrum or other agile software delivery methods. 
  • Understanding of CI systems, continuous build processes and developer tooling. 
  • Ability to assess technical trade-offs and contribute to practical solution design. 
  • Working knowledge of AI and how it can support software development. 

Additional Information

  • Implement new features across the existing site. 
  • Maintain and improving clean, maintainable code. 
  • Identify technical improvements that strengthen performance and quality. 
  • Support Software Product Owners with technical input and delivery context. 
  • Enhance the existing code base to support ongoing product development. 
  • Support the testing team during project testing phases. 
  • Contribute to solution proposals and delivery decisions. 
  • Create accurate work effort estimates for planned changes. 

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At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Skills Required

  • Strong experience with React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS
  • Experience building and maintaining user interfaces for complex, high-traffic products
  • Ability to design frontend solutions supporting low-latency and highly available services
  • Experience working with high volumes of transactions or real-time data
  • Familiarity with backend technologies such as Golang, C#, .NET, Java, C++, or C
  • Experience with Scrum or other agile software delivery methods
  • Understanding of CI systems, continuous build processes, and developer tooling
  • Ability to assess technical trade-offs and contribute to practical solution design
  • Working knowledge of AI and its application to software development

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We give you the resources so that you can be your best self and feel great. Your wellbeing is our top priority. Here are just some of our life-enhancing benefits:

A healthy body and mind come first

We’ve partnered with ComPsych, who offer a complete support network, including expert advice and compassionate guidance available 24/7. We also offer various fitness resources to help you stay active and healthy.

Giving you financial peace of mind

Whatever life throws at you, we’re here to support along the way. With comprehensive financial benefits, you can have peace of mind knowing we’ve got you covered.

Full-time employees can earn an extra bonus each year, while we celebrate loyalty with rewards for 5, 10 and 25 years of service.

We also offer a 401(k) plan with a company match, as well as company-paid health insurance that includes medical, dental and vision benefits.

Room for personal growth and career development

We recognise and reward your hard work, helping you to learn, grow and thrive. With training and mentoring programmes readily available, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to upskill and progress. Above all, we support everyone in reaching their full potential.

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The Company
HQ: Denver, Colorado
10,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

We’re one of the world’s leading online gambling companies, revolutionizing the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 10,000 people and serve over 120 million customers in 26 languages. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of growth opportunities, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward-thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our global worldwide. Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, featuring more than 1.38 million In-Play sporting events a year. With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe (750,000), we handle over 6 million HTTP requests daily and process more than 1.5 million bets per hour at peak.

Why Work With Us

Innovation thrives at bet365. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. With opportunities for growth and collaboration, team members have the chance to make a real impact in the world of online betting and gaming.

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