Software Developer

We’re looking for a skilled and impactful Software Developer to join our team at our Winnipeg office, located at 140 Otter Street. Our Software Developers build the foundation that powers lotteries around the world. From crafting exceptional customer experiences to developing innovative features, they work across the stack to deliver scalable, extensible products. This is a hands-on development role within an agile team, focused on building a microservices based SaaS platform. You’ll contribute to every stage of the development lifecycle – from planning and architecture to delivery - bringing secure, scalable, and engaging experiences to lottery players everywhere. Who We Are Experience the forefront of innovation with Pollard Digital Solutions, a division of Pollard Banknote, where we lead the charge in revolutionizing digital solutions for state lotteries. From groundbreaking initiatives like iLottery to crafting immersive player experiences that champion noble causes globally, our team's innovative spirit is driving impactful changes in the industry. Join us in this exhilarating journey, where every contribution makes a difference in shaping the future of lottery gaming. What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Profit sharing program – every role plays a part in our success!
• Company pension
• Comprehensive Group Benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• A variety of committee driven employee engagement activities
• On-Site Cafeteria & Outdoor Patio
• On Site Gym
• Free Parking
• Hybrid Work Environment

What You'll Do

• Design for Scale and Impact: Develop robust, scalable APIs and microservices that support millions of lottery players, with a focus on performance, security, and maintainability.
• Champion Quality in Every Commit: Identify code anti-patterns, adhere to best practices, and contribute to clean, reliable, and testable software.
• Build Across Borders: Work closely with engineering teams in Canada, Serbia, and Iceland to design and evolve Pollard’s cloud-native iLottery platform.
• Think Open First: Prioritize open standards and open source technologies before turning to proprietary solutions.
• Deliver with Discipline: Focus on execution to ensure timely, high-quality releases that align with business goals.

Who You Are

• A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and contributes to a positive team dynamic
• A curious and adaptable developer who’s always eager to learn and grow
• A thoughtful problem solver who approaches challenges with care and creativity
• A quality-minded contributor who takes pride in writing clean, reliable, and maintainable code

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 1 year of proven experience developing scalable, high-performance software applications or API platforms.
• Hands-on knowledge of Enterprise Java and frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate. Familiarity with Go or Python is a plus.
• Exposure to designing, deploying, and managing scalable applications using cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, leveraging cloud-native, microservices architectures and services.
• Solid understanding of the principles and patterns behind scalable, maintainable, and testable software architectures.
• Exposure to designing, building, and consuming APIs (REST, GraphQL, WebSockets, webhooks).
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases.

Pollard Banknote Limited is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory response from a Criminal Record Search.