Playson

About Playson

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our partners with a high-end, microservice-based Platform-as-a-Service capable of processing billions of financial transactions daily. Our global infrastructure is designed for cross-regional performance, with a relentless focus on latency reduction and flawless player experience, regardless of bandwidth or connectivity.

We are now building a Platform & Cloud Security function and are looking for the first hire to launch and lead it. This is a rare opportunity to set the standards from scratch and shape how security is embedded into a modern, high-load, cloud-native environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish the DevSecOps function at Playson, defining best practices and security standards across the Platform Tribe.
• Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, container scanning).
• Harden infrastructure and runtime environments (Linux, Docker, Kubernetes/EKS, RBAC).
• Design and enforce cloud security controls in AWS (IAM least-privilege, GuardDuty, Security Hub, encryption at rest/in transit).
• Define and maintain IaC security policies (Terraform/Terragrunt, drift detection, policy-as-code).
• Implement and manage secrets management solutions (Vault, AWS Secrets Manager).
• Build centralized security monitoring & alerting (Datadog, ELK, CloudWatch, SIEM/SOAR).
• Lead vulnerability management and threat modeling practices.
• Automate workflows through scripting (Python, Bash).
• Partner with backend, infrastructure, and platform engineers to embed security in design & delivery.
• Contribute to compliance readiness (ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS).
• Act as a security subject-matter expert, mentoring engineers and raising awareness.
• Continuously evaluate and implement new security tools and approaches.

Requirements

• 5+ years in Security Engineering / DevSecOps roles, with proven success delivering secure infrastructure and applications.
• Strong skills in Python and Bash for building and automating security workflows.
• Cloud Security (AWS focus) - Deep knowledge of IAM least-privilege design, encryption at rest/in transit, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and best practices for securing multi-account environments.
• Implementation of security controls in pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, container image scanning, policy-as-code).
• Hardening of Linux systems, Docker, Kubernetes/EKS; strong experience with RBAC, PodSecurity/OPA/Gatekeeper/Kyverno policies.
• Terraform/Terragrunt, including policy-as-code, drift detection, and compliance enforcement.
• Expertise with HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, or equivalent.
• Hands-on with centralized logging, SIEM/SOAR tools (Datadog Security, ELK, CloudWatch, etc.) and incident response workflows.
• In-depth understanding of secure network design, segmentation, and monitoring.
• Experience with tools enabling temporary, approval-based access (Teleport, AWS IAM Identity Center, Okta, etc.).
• Ability to design and enforce zero trust principles (continuous verification, microsegmentation, contextual access).
• Familiarity with SBOM generation (CycloneDX, Syft), artifact signing (Cosign, Sigstore), and applying SLSA/in-toto frameworks.
• Understanding of ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS (iGaming relevance), plus experience automating compliance checks with IaC and policy engines.

Nice to have:

• Exposure to Kafka or ClickHouse in security-sensitive environments.
• Familiarity with GitOps tooling (FluxCD/ArgoCD).
• Broader knowledge of SOC 2, HIPAA, or other regulatory frameworks.

What We Offer

• Compensation at top industry standards + quarterly bonuses based on transparent evaluation.
• Remote-first flexibility and adaptable working hours.
• Unlimited paid vacation & sick leave.
• Comprehensive medical insurance (for you and your partner).
• Financial support for major life events.
• Professional growth budget for courses, training, and certifications.

Recruitment Process

1. HR Interview – 45 min
2. Hiring Manager Interview – 60 min
3. Technical Interview – 90 min
4. Final Interview with Head of Platform & CTO – 60 min

Playson is a leading iGaming supplier operating in multiple regulated markets, delivering engaging casino content and advanced technology. We’re a fast-growing, tech-driven company that values innovation, autonomy, and ownership. At Playson, we welcome people who are curious, proactive, and passionate about solving complex challenges at scale.

We are ISO/IEC 27001 certified and committed to maintaining a robust security and compliance posture across all our operations.

About the Role

We are looking for a Security Lead to strengthen Playson’s information security framework and drive continuous improvement of our security culture. This role combines technical expertise, investigative focus, and process leadership - ensuring that our systems, data, and people remain secure, compliant, and resilient.

What will you be doing?

Information Security & Compliance

• Maintain and continuously improve the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Foster a strong Security-First mindset across the organization.
• Work closely with the CTO, Head of IT, and DevOps to enhance internal security controls.
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and coordinate certification renewals.
• Update security policies and controls in line with ISO 27001, GDPR, and relevant international frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF and NIS2 principles where applicable).
  Manage integrations and alerting within Datadog SIEM, CrowdStrike, Cloudflare, and Google Workspace.
• Support DLP implementation and maintain central tracking of security events.
• Document risks, incidents, and corrective actions to ensure continuous compliance.

Incident Response & Investigation

• Lead investigations into security incidents such as phishing, data leakage, or unauthorized access.
• Collect and analyze digital evidence across systems (CrowdStrike, Cloudflare, Google, Slack).
• Maintain and enhance incident response playbooks and escalation workflows.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, and IT teams during internal investigations.
• Produce post-incident reports and recommend remediation measures.

Endpoint & Access Security

• Manage MDM systems (Zoho MDM, Endpoint Central) and ensure full compliance for macOS endpoints.
• Maintain CrowdStrike Falcon configurations and endpoint posture enforcement.
• Oversee SSO, MFA, and 2FA enforcement across services (Google SSO, DUO Mobile, 1Password).
• Implement Just-in-Time (JIT) privilege elevation and regular admin access reviews.
• Perform Quarterly RAS Access Management Reviews.

• Maintain a consistent audit trail for access management throughout the year.

   

To succeed in the role, you will have:

• 3+ years of experience in information security, IT audit, or digital investigations.
• Solid understanding of ISO 27001, GDPR, and modern security frameworks (NIST CSF / NIS2).
• Hands-on experience with SIEM / EDR systems
• Proven ability to manage SSO, MFA, DLP, and MDM environments.
• Strong communication skills in English (B2 or higher).
• Analytical mindset, integrity, and attention to detail.

Preferred additional qualifications:

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, AWS Security Specialty.
• Experience with Zero Trust, PAM, DLP/CASB, or SOAR platforms.
• Forensics experience.
• Experience in designing awareness programs or running phishing simulations.

What you get in return:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary in EUR, subject to annual performance reviews
• Quarterly Bonuses: Benefit from a transparent and systematic quarterly bonus system
• Flexible Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs
• Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort
• Medical Insurance: Receive comprehensive medical insurance for both you and a significant other
• Financial Support for Life Events: We provide financial support during special life events
• Unlimited Paid Vacation: Enjoy unlimited paid vacation leave
• Unlimited Paid Sick Leave: Take unlimited paid sick leave whenever necessary
• Professional Development: Get reimbursement for professional development courses and training

The recruitment process includes the following steps:

1. HR Interview (30-45 mins)

2. Technical interview with Service Desk & Security Lead (60 mins)

3. Final Interview with CTO and People Business Partner (60 mins)

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our customers with a high-end micro-service-based platform as a service that aims to process billions of financial transactions per day. We provide a cross-regional setup and are chasing latency reduction down to zero. We highly invest in delivering the best game experience and smooth connection regardless of the internet coverage and bandwidth of the game clients.

Role Overview:

One of our teams is looking for a Tech Leader - Node.js to participate in developing our cutting-edge solution, where milliseconds matter. Our problem statement is not straightforward, as we aim to achieve high-end results in all important technical aspects of our business:

• best availability,
• lowest possible latency in all transaction processing operations and in every micro-service,
• the most efficient resource usage.

If you’re a product-passionate person, your mind is keen to solve deep tech engineering problems, and you have a fast "PoC first" approach with a deep sense of ownership, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Be a key player in a major tech transformation.
• Work on projects that impact millions globally.
• Enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment.
• Grow your skills with continuous professional development opportunities.

To succeed in the role, you will have:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems (Apache Kafka, gRPC).
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB).
• Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests.
• Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions.

Preferred additional qualifications:

• Experience with large-scale microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS)
• Understanding of application security and industry best practices.

What will you be doing?

• Developing and maintaining backend applications for our gaming platforms.
• Optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Leading technical decisions and influencing our SaaS solutions.
• Collaborating with a distributed team to create new features.
• Conducting code and architectural reviews.
• Solving complex business problems with innovative solutions.
• Participating in on-call rotations within the squad to ensure the reliability and availability of our systems.

What you get in return:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary in EUR, subject to annual performance reviews
• Quarterly Bonuses: Benefit from a transparent and systematic quarterly bonus system
• Flexible Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs
• Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort
• Medical Insurance: Receive comprehensive medical insurance for both you and a significant other
• Financial Support for Life Events: We provide financial support during special life events
• Unlimited Paid Vacation: Enjoy unlimited paid vacation leave
• Unlimited Paid Sick Leave: Take unlimited paid sick leave whenever necessary
• Professional Development: Get reimbursement for professional development courses and training

The recruitment process includes the following steps:

1. HR Interview (30-45mins)

2. Meeting with Product Owner (45-60mins)

3. Technical interview (60-90mins)

4. Final Interview with CTO (60mins)

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognized worldwide. We provide our customers with a high-end micro-service-based platform as a service that aims to process billions of financial transactions per day. We provide a cross-regional setup and are chasing latency reduction down to zero. We highly invest in delivering the best game experience and smooth connection regardless of the internet coverage and bandwidth of the game clients.

We are currently seeking an experienced Principal Site Reliability Engineer to join our dynamic Platform Tribe.

What will you be doing:

• Manage day-to-day alerts, system checks, and issue escalation as necessary.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support for critical SaaS events.
• Document issues and remediation steps.
• Proactively create monitors within the EKS/K8s ecosystem.
• Deploy to EKS/K8s cluster using Terraform and Helm/Flux.
• Enhance infrastructure health by implementing checks and scripts to address known issues.
• Maintain and develop deployment code.
• Implement/integrate new technologies into our Cloud Infrastructure.
• Collaborate with other teams to provide top-notch support and assistance.
• Prioritize customer focus in planning deployments/updates, ensuring minimal impact.
• Conduct RCA and take necessary corrective actions to prevent issue recurrence.
• Assign alert-related actions to the appropriate team after investigation.
• Handle support requests for environment-specific actions.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Proficiency in Kubernetes (deployment, scaling, troubleshooting).
• Experience with configuration management tools like FluxCD/ArgoCD.
• Strong experience with issue processing (RCA, Postmortems).
• Familiarity with AWS, Terraform, Docker, CI/CD.
• Experience with monitoring tools like DataDog, Prometheus, Grafana, and logging solutions like Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana (ELK Stack) or AWS CloudWatch.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, NodeJS, Go).
• Proficiency in Git or other version control systems.
• Familiarity with incident response and management tools like PagerDuty, Opsgenie, or VictorOps.
• Ownership, proactiveness, persistence, and passion for maintaining a high-traffic online platform.

What We Offer:

• Quarterly Bonuses based on transparent and systematic evaluation.
• Flexible Work Schedule.
• Remote Work Option for Enhanced Flexibility.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance for you and your significant other.
• Financial Support for Life Events.
• Unlimited Paid Vacation.
• Unlimited Paid Sick Leave.
• Reimbursement for professional development courses and training.

If you're ready to embrace ambitious goals and thrive in a dynamic environment,
Apply now and become part of Playson's exciting journey in the iGaming world!

Founded in 2012, Playson is a leading iGaming supplier recognised worldwide. We provide our customers with a high-end, microservice-based platform-as-a-service designed to process billions of financial transactions per day. We provide a cross-regional setup and are chasing latency reduction down to zero. We highly invest in delivering the best game experience and smooth connection regardless of the internet coverage and bandwidth of the game clients.

Role Overview:

One of our teams is looking for a Principal Backend Engineer to participate in developing our cutting-edge solution, where milliseconds matter. Our problem statement is not straightforward, as we aim to achieve high-end results in all important technical aspects of our business: Best availability | Lowest possible latency | The most efficient resource usage.

If you’re a product-passionate person, your mind is keen to solve deep tech engineering problems, and you have a fast "PoC first" approach with a deep sense of ownership, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Be a key player in a major tech transformation.
• Work on projects that impact millions globally.
• Enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment.
• Grow your skills with continuous professional development opportunities.

To succeed in the role, you will have:

• Strong development experience in Node.js/TypeScript
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
• Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems.
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (Redshift, ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB).
• Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests.
• Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field.

Preferred additional qualifications:

• Experience with large-scale microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes.

• Understanding of application security and industry best practices.

   

What will you be doing?

• Developing and maintaining backend applications for our gaming platforms.
• Optimising existing systems for performance and scalability.
• Leading technical decisions and influencing our SaaS solutions.
• Collaborating with a distributed team to create new features.
• Conducting code and architectural reviews.
• Solving complex business problems with innovative solutions.

• Participating in on-call rotations within the squad to ensure the reliability and availability of our systems.

   

What you get in return:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary in EUR, subject to annual performance reviews
• Quarterly Bonuses: Benefit from a transparent and systematic quarterly bonus system
• Unlimited Paid Vacation: Enjoy unlimited paid vacation leave
• Unlimited Paid Sick Leave: Take unlimited paid sick leave whenever necessary
• Flexible Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs
• Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort
• Medical Insurance: Receive comprehensive medical insurance for both you and a significant other
• Financial Support for Life Events: We provide financial support during special life events
• Professional Development: Get reimbursement for professional development courses and training
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The recruitment process includes the next steps:

1. HR Interview (30-45mins)

2. Interview with a Product Owner (45-60mins)

3. Technical interview - live coding (60-90mins)

4. Final Interview with CTO (60-90mins)