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At Relax Gaming, we offer you the chance to take on exciting challenges that will help you grow in your career. Our Game Engine Development Team is looking for a talented Junior Game Engine Developer (Java) to join the team in Malta.

You'll work with experienced developers to create world-class game engines that handle massive real-money transactions and real-time RNG simulations. Our primary technology stack revolves around Java, but we are also integrating new technologies into our environment and are open to exploring other technologies/experiences that you can bring with you.

In this role, you will:

• Bring slot/crash games games to life by implementing basic game logic based on design specifications and mathematical models.

• Navigating global standards: understand certification requirements across markets and implement logic accordingly, in collaboration with mathematicians.

• Code smarter, together by collaborating with other server developers and actively sharing knowledge to uplift the entire team.

• Boost performance, improve the quality, speed, and stability of our game server, internal tools, and shared libraries.

• Raise the bar with rigorous code audits, so our game engines are rock-solid, secure, and fully tested.

We consider you to be:

• Fluency in OOP languages: at least 2 years of experience in languages such as Java.

• Design-savvy: solid understanding of software design principles and architecture best practices.

• Sharp problem solver: thrives on tackling complex challenges with clarity and precision.

• Performance-oriented: skilled at optimizing algorithms for speed, efficiency, and scalability.

• Mathematically based: strong understanding of probabilistic mathematics and its real-world application in games.

• A bachelor's degree in computer science (or equivalent) is preferred.

You'll make us extra excited if you have:

• Experience working at a game provider and knowledge of slot machines

• Expertise in algorithm optimization

• Passion for gaming

• Experience using Java

• A strong understanding of probabilistic mathematics

Life at Relax in MaltaThis role is based in our Malta office at The Centre in Tigné Point Sliema, just steps from where Relax Gaming was founded. Located on the top floor, the space offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean and a vibrant environment shared by 60+ colleagues. The atmosphere is upbeat, collaborative, and social, with ideas moving easily across teams and nationalities. From cross-team sessions to lunch by the water or a spontaneous after-work meetup, work and lifestyle blend naturally here. With 300+ days of sunshine, Malta offers a relaxed Mediterranean pace, rich culture, and an exceptional quality of life.

Join a forward-thinking team shaping the future of iGaming
At Relax, we value curiosity, diversity, and the drive to push boundaries. With 350+ people across 10+ locations, we balance stability with continuous innovation. This is a place to grow, learn, and make a real impact, where collaboration fuels everything we do. If you’re motivated by quality, results, and meaningful teamwork, you’ll feel at home. No matter the location, the same supportive and ambitious spirit defines Relax Gaming.

About Relax Gaming
Relax Gaming Group was founded in 2010 with the goal of simplifying B2B content delivery for the modern iGaming landscape. With business simplicity and collaboration central to its ethos.  Via a quick one-time integration, Relax Gaming now provides access to a roster of 4,000+ casino games to 1,000+ operator brands with a diverse range of proprietary products, including Poker, Bingo, and it's own extensive slot portfolio. High-quality aggregated content from multiple partner studios, is provided through its selected Silver Bullet (commercially represented) and Powered By Relax (commercially independent) partners.