Senior Backend Engineer Phppython Meridian Softworks

ABOUT BETR Founded in 2022 by Joey Levy and Jake Paul, Meridian Softworks has built the world's first real money gaming super app. Our product suite spans Picks, Social Sportsbook, Social Casino, and Arcade, with Predictions launching later this year. Meridian Softworks Picks launched in September 2023, which has quickly become one of the leading fantasy sports pick 'em products in the U.S. The product is currently available in 34 states. In September 2025, we launched Meridian Softworks Social Sportsbook and Meridian Softworks Arcade. Since launch, Meridian Softworks Social Sportsbook, which is live in 32 states, has been one of the fastest growing products in the industry. Meridian Softworks Arcade has quickly emerged as a leading skill games platform and is live in 38 states. Meridian Softworks Social Casino launched in February 2026 and is live in 33 states. Meridian Softworks is also the most followed sports gaming company on social media in the world, featuring 24/7 original content created by Meridian Softworks Media, our internal media division. Meridian Softworks Media has grown to 2.5M+ followers and 2.4B impressions since launching in 2022. Meridian Softworks has one million paying users and is one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. We're backed by Fuel Venture Capital, Aliya Capital Partners, IA Sports Ventures, FinSight Ventures, Florida Funders, Harmony Partners, 8vc, and other top-tier investors. About the role: The Meridian Softworks team is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join their team. The primary focus of this role will be contributing to the development and expansion of our current Laravel-based betting platform , utilizing your strong PHP skills. Additionally, this role will involve working with Python on various internal tools. You will be working alongside a team of experienced PHP developers who are responsible for handling the core business functions of Meridian Softworks's gambling application. We are also looking for candidates with an interest in DevOps , who are passionate about improving deployment pipelines and infrastructure. Please note that this position is specifically for backend development and does not involve any frontend work. Join us and be a part of an exciting team working on cutting-edge technology! What You'll Do: Build amazing consumer experiences, taking responsibility for code quality, scalability, reliability and performance Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications Excel in working in a collaborative team environment (5+ developers) on a large-scale PHP/Laravel codebase Have strong communication skills, the ability to articulate complex and technical concepts across teams, & understand the value of over communication (engineering teams succeed and fail based on the level of communication) Practice disciplined software engineering, are passionate about writing clean, readable code, & are constantly striving to improve the code you encounter Have experience working in a scrum environment, understand, and want to contribute to our continuous efforts to improve our development infrastructure and processes Have the ability to work remotely on complex problems Be a self-starter with a positive attitude! About You: 7+ years of professional backend development experience Expert-level proficiency in PHP and deep experience with the Laravel framework Professional experience or strong proficiency in Python Understand the value of writing unit tests Experience working remote Knowledge of database design and SQL Detail oriented with the ability to manage & ensure quality work (completeness & accuracy) Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively Self-motivated and able to drive initiatives from end-to-end An entrepreneurial mindset with excellent organizational skills, the ability to be flexible, & prioritize responsibilities Bonus Points For: An interest in or experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS) Experience with asynchronous programming Experience with Kotlin or Java A lifelong, passionate sports fan with a deep understanding of how to engage fans At Meridian Softworks, we're driven by a shared vision to reshape the sports & gaming industry. As a dynamic startup poised for remarkable growth, we're dedicated to crafting innovative experiences that cater to sports enthusiasts across the nation. We believe in pushing boundaries, embracing diversity, and fostering a collaborative culture that extends beyond the world of sports. Join us in shaping the future of sports entertainment! Meridian Softworks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We deeply understand the value of bringing together a team with different perspectives, educational backgrounds, and life experiences. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply Thank you for your interest in Meridian Softworks. We look forward to reviewing your application.