Senior Platform Technical Lead
Playson
About this role
The Senior Platform Technical Lead is responsible for architecting, refactoring, and scaling high-load distributed systems, focusing on performance optimization and resilience. This role involves hands-on coding, debugging production issues, and mentoring team members while collaborating closely with Product Owners and Solution Architects. Candidates should have over five years of backend experience, expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, and familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS, along with a strong focus on performance metrics and system design. Leadership is demonstrated through technical competence rather than titles, and the role emphasizes a PoC-first mindset and accountability for architectural decisions.
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About Playson
playson.comPlayson is a leading provider of innovative gaming solutions, specializing in the development and distribution of engaging slot games for online casinos. The company is dedicated to enriching the gaming experience with high-quality graphics, advanced features, and seamless gameplay. Playson offers a range of promotional tools aimed at enhancing player engagement and loyalty, including tournaments, cash blast systems, and free spins, designed to attract and retain players across multiple regulated markets. With a commitment to compliance and socially responsible gaming, Playson operates under licenses from various international jurisdictions.
Recent company news
Playson strengthens Ontario footprint with High Flyer Casino partnership - Casino & games - iGB
Oct 7, 2025
Playson builds on strong Ontario presence with PointsBet partnership - Casino & games - iGB
Oct 21, 2025
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Oct 10, 2023
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Oct 16, 2025
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1 month ago
About Playson
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$142k – $190k
per year
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