Frontend Software Engineer (Game Studio)

We are looking for a Frontend Software Engineer to join our Game Studio. You will play an important role in the development and enhancement of instant and probability-based games for iLottery platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize game mechanics, features, and user interfaces - helping bring secure, scalable, and innovative experiences to lottery players around the world.

Who We Are

Pollard Digital Solutions - Europe is a full-solution supplier of lottery management and iLottery technology for lottery markets. We’re a division of Pollard Banknote Ltd - a leading partner to 60 lotteries worldwide, known for high quality instant ticket products, licensed games, retail merchandising solutions, and innovation. Established in 1907 and headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada, Pollard Banknote is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (PBL).

Our objective is to deliver the most innovative solutions that will render industry-leading returns to good causes in an ethically responsible way. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and inclusive workplace - where creativity, team spirit, and respect are core to how we work.

What We Offer:

• A truly collaborative and supportive working environment
• Modern office space with on-site parking
• Private health insurance
• Coverage for medical treatments outside of Serbia
• Learning and development budget
• Profit sharing – every role plays a part in our success
• Budget for sports activities
• Team-building and social activities
• Employee referral bonuses
• Hybrid work environment
• Additional employee perks

What You’ll Do:

• Create exciting games like those featured in our portfolio! We invite you to check them - www.pollardbanknote.com/game-studio
• Analyze, design, program, document, test, install and support Gaming Solutions
• Participate in design and architecture discussions
• Develop features to elevate the user engagement
• Participate in code reviews
• Participate in professional knowledge sharing with peers
• Assist in project estimation and release planning

What You’ll Bring:

• B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience working with JavaScript
• Experience with Canvas API and JavaScript libraries like Pixi.js, Phaser.js, and Create.js (essential)
• Strong knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3
• Experience with Vue.js, React, Angular, Knockout, or other lightweight MV* frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases
• Familiarity with JavaScript module loaders, such as Webpack or Require.js
• Knowledge of building tools like Grunt, Gulp, Webpack, or Parcel
• Experience using control systems like Git or SVN
• Linux/Unix fundamentals, including the ability to work effectively from the command line
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Nice To Have:

• Sass and Compass experience
• Experience with automated development environment setup like Vagrant, Docker etc.
• Experience RESTful APIs / JSON
• Familiarity with Progressive Web Applications
• Passion for writing testable code using Jasmine, Mocha, Jest, QUnit or similar

What does the interview process at Pollard usually look like, and what are the steps involved?

• Introductory interview
• Technical interview
• Team interview

If you’re looking to join a company where your technical skills and ideas can make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let’s build something incredible together.