We are Tipico, Germany's leading sports betting provider and one of the most dynamic tech companies in the industry. We approach every challenge like a Championship match, with a mission to excite the arena and elevate the betting experience for every customer. Our culture is energetic and ambitious—we play as a team to win high, leave an impact, and commit to excellence. Fueled by our passion for the perfect product, we use the newest tech stack to get better every single day.
Your daily pitch
Grow with us, bring fresh ideas to the table, and help develop products that maximise the thrill of sports for our customers. Every day, you’ll work in a highly collaborative and agile environment alongside cross-functional teams, learning from experienced colleagues while contributing to technical solutions that drive us forward.
At Tipico, we believe in owning our game. Are you ready to step onto the pitch, bring your best self, and become a champion? Then show us your game face – because we’re looking for a Junior Java Developer (m/f/x) to join the team!
Job DescriptionYour playing field:
- We love what we do: You will support the development of high-performing Java-based services within a complex system landscape
- You will be involved in the concept, design, and implementation of modern solutions based on Spring Boot while learning from experienced team members
- You will contribute to our evolving technology stack as well as help maintain existing legacy systems
- Together as one team: You will support software projects from the initial idea through to production deployment
- Documentation of software architectures and knowledge sharing will be part of your day-to-day responsibilities
- You will collaborate closely with colleagues across teams, learning from others while contributing with your own ideas
- Your passion for coding, willingness to learn, and interest in code reviews and best practices will help us grow stronger as a team
Which skills you should bring to the pitch:
- University Degree. Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Development Skills. Some hands-on experience or strong academic background in Java (ideally Java 17–21) and Spring Boot, with a passion for learning how to build scalable systems. Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS or Azure) through studies, internships, or personal projects
- Databases. Basic understanding of databases and SQL, with an eagerness to deepen your knowledge in writing efficient queries.
- Containerization & Virtualization. Familiarity with containerized applications using Docker (Kubernetes is a plus).
- Tools & Technologies. Exposure to Git and Maven, with an understanding of how version control and build tools support software development.
- CI/CD. Basic awareness of CI/CD concepts and tools such as Jenkins, ideally gained through studies, internships, or hands-on projects.
- Operating System. Basic knowledge of Linux environments.
- Language. Our team consists of more than 50 different nationalities working together to achieve Tipico's mission. English is the way we communicate within the company.
- Attitude. A strong motivation to learn, grow, and develop your skills in a modern cloud-first engineering environment
This is how we score with you:
- Established International Group. We have a solid foundation on which to grow.
- Personal and Professional Growth. We offer you opportunities to develop and grow to unlock your potential.
- Relocation Support. To make your move to Malta as smooth as possible
- Competitive Package. We care for our employees, offering a competitive salary, Private health and dental insurance, and subsidized parking.
- On-site childcare. Worried about where to leave your 3+ year-old kids? We’ve got a game plan.
- Gym Allowance. Because we love Sports!
- Modern offices. Our very own Tipico tower provides an open-plan space with the latest technology.
- Events. Sponsored Charity and Team gatherings, we like to have fun together as one team and reinforce our connections.
- Supportive Environment. We believe in collaboration and working together as a team but we also give importance to the uniqueness of each and every one of us.
Think a career at Tipico’s right for you? Apply now and join our winning team!
If you have any questions or comments about this role, our TA team is happy to help you! Feel free to reach out to us on our social media channels
We look forward to your application!
Skills Required
- University Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Some hands-on experience or strong academic background in Java and Spring Boot
- Basic understanding of databases and SQL
- Familiarity with containerization using Docker
- Exposure to Git and Maven
- Basic awareness of CI/CD concepts and tools such as Jenkins
- Basic knowledge of Linux environments
- Strong motivation to learn in a cloud-first engineering environment
Tipico Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Tipico and has not been reviewed or approved by Tipico.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay packages are often paired with medical coverage, including medical/dental/vision in U.S. roles and private medical options in some European locations. Wellbeing support such as EAP access and related programs is also positioned as part of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are present in U.S. postings through a 401(k) plan with an employer match, with at least one example citing a match level and immediate vesting. This adds tangible long-term value beyond base pay for eligible employees.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness-oriented perks such as sports/gym allowances, volunteer days, and team-event style perks are repeatedly included in the total rewards framing. These benefits can increase perceived compensation value even when base pay differs by market.
Tipico Insights
What We Do
We are Tipico, an exciting tech company and the leading sports betting provider in Germany. Our mission is to electrify the sports betting experience for every customer, every bet. We say that we “Maximise Spannung” – but we don’t just do it for our customers. Behind the scenes, our culture is bursting with energy and ambition. We do our utmost to get to the best outcome and achieve success, generating these powerful moments of Spannung, thriving through our values of Trust, Progress, and Passion. Every day brings fresh challenges and thrill, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Together as One Team, for ourselves and for each other, we commit to our work passions and devotions. It’s about being better than our best, raising the bar, progressing with agility, stronger today than we were yesterday. Using the newest tech stack, we push the limits of what’s possible and then go beyond. Our global teams deliver incredible experiences for customers, advancing our product every single day, obsessed with doubling, even tripling the Spannung. Because we believe that when adrenaline meets progress, awesome things happen. This winning spirit is rooted in our humble beginnings, Tipico started out as 3 students with a dream in a small betting shop, offering the best in sports-betting products. We continue our mission at our headquarters - Tipico Tower in Malta, the main hub of the Gaming industry, together with our other offices, which can be found across 6 different international locations in Germany, Austria, Croatia, Poland, Gibraltar, and Colombia. We Maximise Spannung in the world of sports betting!
