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For 25 years, Pentasia has helped Gaming companies build capability through recruitment. In doing so, we built one of the industry's richest sources of trusted relationships and market understanding. Today we use that understanding more broadly - helping clients build capability and make better decisions through four connected capabilities: Talent, Leadership, Plus and Edge.

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Hybrid

Full-Stack Software Engineer

London, Europe

£80,000

Full-Stack Software Engineer Location: Central London (hybrid working) Salary: £65k to £80k base, dependent on experience Reporting line: Chief Executive Officer, with daily direction from the Lead Engineer The opportunity My client is an FCA-regulated payments business operating across card issuing, merchant acquiring and transaction processing. Its London-based technology function is deliberately small and highly experienced, and makes heavy use of modern tooling, including AI, to achieve outsized output. The company owns and runs its full technology stack: consumer and business-facing web and mobile products, a payment gateway, and a range of internal platforms. They are now looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer to join this team. You will work closely with the Lead Engineer to develop and enhance the group’s web, mobile and payments platforms. You will also act as the independent reviewer for all changes going into production. What you’ll be doing Shipping features and resolving issues end to end, from user interface through to the data layer, across all of the company’s customer-facing and internal platforms Taking part in a dual-approval process for production releases: reviewing the Lead Engineer’s code and having your own code reviewed in return Building automated test coverage and maintaining accurate technical documentation Developing and supporting integrations with third-party partners via APIs and webhooks Covering the Lead Engineer’s responsibilities during leave or absence Working with AI-assisted development tools every day, while taking full responsibility for reviewing and validating what they produce Applying secure development standards aligned with PCI DSS and contributing to the remediation of security weaknesses What you’ll bring 4+ years’ experience delivering web applications in a live production environment Strong skills in TypeScript, React and/or Next.js, Node.js and SQL, ideally with PostgreSQL Confident use of Git, pull-request workflows and CI/CD pipelines, with a solid testing discipline Sound grasp of core web security principles, including the OWASP Top 10, authentication and input validation Hands-on use of AI coding assistants in your day-to-day work Desirable Background in payments, fintech or banking Mobile development experience with React Native or Expo Experience deploying to AWS or Vercel Additional information Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK. As the employer is a regulated financial services firm, any offer will be conditional on satisfactory references and a criminal background check. My client is committed to equal opportunities. Full-Stack Software Engineer Location: Central London (hybrid working) Salary: £65k to £80k base, dependent on experience Reporting line: Chief Executive Officer, with daily direction from the Lead Engineer The opportunity My client is an FCA-regulated payments business operating across card issuing, merchant acquiring and transaction processing. Its London-based technology function is deliberately small and highly experienced, and makes heavy use of modern tooling, including AI, to achieve outsized output. The company owns and runs its full technology stack: consumer and business-facing web and mobile products, a payment gateway, and a range of internal platforms. They are now looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer to join this team. You will work closely with the Lead Engineer to develop and enhance the group’s web, mobile and payments platforms. You will also act as the independent reviewer for all changes going into production. What you’ll be doing Shipping features and resolving issues end to end, from user interface through to the data layer, across all of the company’s customer-facing and internal platforms Taking part in a dual-approval process for production releases: reviewing the Lead Engineer’s code and having your own code reviewed in return Building automated test coverage and maintaining accurate technical documentation Developing and supporting integrations with third-party partners via APIs and webhooks Covering the Lead Engineer’s responsibilities during leave or absence Working with AI-assisted development tools every day, while taking full responsibility for reviewing and validating what they produce Applying secure development standards aligned with PCI DSS and contributing to the remediation of security weaknesses What you’ll bring 4+ years’ experience delivering web applications in a live production environment Strong skills in TypeScript, React and/or Next.js, Node.js and SQL, ideally with PostgreSQL Confident use of Git, pull-request workflows and CI/CD pipelines, with a solid testing discipline Sound grasp of core web security principles, including the OWASP Top 10, authentication and input validation Hands-on use of AI coding assistants in your day-to-day work Desirable Background in payments, fintech or banking Mobile development experience with React Native or Expo Experience deploying to AWS or Vercel Additional information Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK. As the employer is a regulated financial services firm, any offer will be conditional on satisfactory references and a criminal background check. My client is committed to equal opportunities.
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On-site

Country Manager | Online Casino & Sportsbook | Valencia, Venezuela - Fully Onsite

Valencia, LATAM

$50,000 + Relocation Supported + Strong Benefits

COUNTRY MANAGER Venezuela | Online Casino and Sportsbook | Valencia, on site The opportunity: Our client is an established gaming group in Venezuela with a strong land-based heritage and an online casino and sportsbook business that is entering its next phase of growth. Following the recent appointment of a new Managing Director, the business is building out its team on the ground. The Country Manager will be the hands on operational leader in Venezuela, based in Valencia and reporting to the Managing Director. This is a high-visibility role with real ownership: running the day-to-day business, growing revenue and players, and building the local team, processes and partnerships that will take the online operation to scale. The role: Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Country Manager will lead the local online operation end to end. The role combines commercial, operational delivery and people management, and will suit a very hands-on leader who enjoys being close to the product, the customer and the market. Key responsibilities: Commercial performance Own the in-country P&L for the online casino and sportsbook, delivering against revenue, GGR, NGR and player growth targets. Build and execute the local go-to-market plan, covering acquisition, retention, CRM, promotions and VIP. Analyse market, competitor and player data to identify growth opportunities and act on them quickly. Operations Lead day-to-day operations including payments, customer service, risk and fraud, trading liaison and product localisation. Develop local payment and cashier solutions that fit the Venezuelan market and its banking and currency environment. Establish clear operating processes, KPIs and reporting so the Managing Director and shareholders have full visibility of performance. Regulation and stakeholders Ensure the business operates in full compliance with local regulation and licence conditions, working closely with legal and compliance advisers. Build relationships with the regulator, payment providers, suppliers, affiliates and media partners. Represent the brand locally and act as the senior point of contact in country. People and leadership Recruit, lead and develop a high-performing local team across marketing, operations, customer service and payments. Create a performance-driven culture with clear accountability and strong communication. Work closely with the Managing Director on strategy, budgeting and long-term planning, deputising where required. Candidate profile: Essential Substantial experience in online gaming, with a strong track record across online casino and sportsbook. Proven P&L ownership and a record of growing revenue and player base in a B2C online gaming operator. Hands-on knowledge of acquisition, CRM, payments, risk and customer operations. Experience building and leading teams in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment. Fluent Spanish, written and spoken. Willing and able to relocate to Valencia, Venezuela and work fully on site. Desirable Experience in Latin American markets, ideally in emerging or newly regulated jurisdictions. Background in market launch or country management for an online operator. Professional working English for communication with shareholders and international partners. Personal qualities A resilient, practical igaming leader who is comfortable with ambiguity and able to get things done on the ground. Commercially sharp and data-led, with sound judgement. Strong communicator who builds trust quickly with colleagues, partners and regulators. High integrity and a firm commitment to compliance and responsible gaming.
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IT Operations Engineer

Limassol, Europe

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Hiring in Limassol ?? | IT Operations Engineer | Permanent   Are you the person your team calls when a Mac won’t enrol, a colleague can’t access an app or the office Wi-Fi drops? I’m working with a client in Limassol looking for someone who enjoys that mix of troubleshooting and taking ownership.   You’ll be the main IT contact for the local office, with a wider IT team to work alongside. You’ll look after the company’s Macs, manage accounts and permissions, and help new starters get set up. There’s also room to put your scripting skills to use and automate the jobs that keep landing in your queue.   I’d love to hear from you if you’re already based in Limassol, have 3 to 7 years in IT support or systems administration, and have managed corporate Macs using an MDM platform. Hands-on Google Workspace administration, networking knowledge and fluent English are also important.   This is a permanent role with on-site responsibilities and occasional, pre-planned work outside normal hours.   If this sounds like your kind of role, send me a DM. I’m happy to share more in a private chat.   #LimassolJobs #ITSupport #CyprusJobs
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Resources & Case Studies

Career Guides.

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Guide1

Responsible Gaming in Brazil: Your Talent Acquisition Advantage

The Brazilian Gaming talent market has become increasingly competitive since the start of 2024. With regulations now in place, and a vast, untapped..
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Guide2

Building an Inclusive Future in iGaming: Supporting Women Beyond IWD

The Brazilian Gaming talent market has become increasingly competitive since the start of 2024. With regulations now in place, and a vast, untapped..
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Guide3

Stand Out in Brazil's Gaming Boom:How to Land Your Dream Job

The Brazilian Gaming talent market has become increasingly competitive since the start of 2024. With regulations now in place, and a vast, untapped..
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Intelligence & Insights

Market Intelligence.

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Hiring for a new regulated market

Hiring for a new regulated market

There’s no surer chance to grow than exposing what you have to offer to an entirely new customer base, but with the majority of major markets now tightly regulated, a careful approach to hiring is needed to make sure you don’t fall at the first hurdle.
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Alberta: Canada’s new frontier hopes to be first domino to fall 

Alberta: Canada’s new frontier hopes to be first domino to fall 

The Canadian province of Alberta has followed Ontario's lead to become the second jurisdiction in the nation to roll out regulated online gambling, opening its doors to both sports betting and online casino operators. 
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Winning Workforces in the UK, Italy, Netherlands & Scandinavia

Winning Workforces in the UK, Italy, Netherlands & Scandinavia

People often think of mature markets as stable and secure, but in iGaming adopting this stereotypical viewpoint will quickly leave you exposed to the sometimes brutal twists and turns of the developed sectors of Western European online gambling.
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