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Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) is a growing provider of locals-focused gaming and one of the largest terminal operators in the United States, supporting more than 27,000 electronic gaming terminals in over 4,300 third-party local and regional establishments across ten states. Through exclusive long-term contracts, Accel serves licensed non-casino locations including bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, gaming cafes, and fraternal and veteran establishments. Accel also owns and operates brick and mortar casinos and a racino venue.
Accel provides its local partners with a turnkey, full-service, capital-efficient gaming solution that encompasses manufacturing, content, payments, loyalty, 24/7 customer service, data analysis and reporting, and cash logistics. The Company’s racino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing, opened in April 2025 and features over 270 electronic gaming machines, food and beverage amenities, a sports book, para-mutuel betting and 55 days of thoroughbred horse racing a year. For more information, please visit www.accelentertainment.com.
Job Description:
SUMMARY
Accel Entertainment is seeking a Junior Systems Developer to build and maintain its gaming systems, including data interfaces, payment systems, controllers, user interfaces, and legacy applications. The Junior Systems Developer will work closely with business stakeholders and Accel engineers to implement new features and modernize existing systems. This role reports to the Senior Systems Developer. Preferred primary location: Las Vegas, NV. Preferred secondary location: Chicago, IL.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Systems Development & Modernization
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, infrastructure engineers, and quality assurance to design, build, test, and deploy gaming systems
- Upgrade and enhance existing controllers, devices, user interfaces, and payment systems
- Build new thin-client user interfaces in C# and .NET to replace thick clients
- Reverse engineer legacy code and integrate functionality into modern C#-based services
Systems Integration & Delivery
- Integrate gaming systems with accounting and marketing systems
- Create and manage GitHub repositories and set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions
Production Support & Documentation
- Troubleshoot and resolve production defects
- Create technical documentation and unit tests
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, or a related field
Experience
- 2+ years of C#, JavaScript, and .NET development experience, with a focus on secure, reliable, scalable, auditable, and compliant solutions
Technical Skills
- Experience designing and building SQL databases
- Experience building interfaces that use CSV and JSON file formats and REST API calls
Skills & Competencies
- Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with business stakeholders and senior engineers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting complex issues
- Ownership and accountability to follow issues through from discovery to resolution
Preferred Experience
- AngularJS or React experience
- Experience using tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps to manage technical work
- Experience setting up CI/CD processes in GitHub
- Experience in gaming, hospitality, or multi-state regulated industries
- Experience working with infrastructure engineers and quality assurance teams
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Typical office environment
- Travel may be required
The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Base Pay Range:
$78,000–$93,000/yr
This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The base salary will depend on a number of factors such as: qualifications, experience level, and skillset.
Voluntary full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, and vision; life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance; short and long-term disability; identity/legal protection; as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts. Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.
Accel Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Us
Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) is a growing provider of locals-focused gaming and one of the largest terminal operators in the United States, supporting more than 27,000 electronic gaming terminals in over 4,300 third-party local and regional establishments across ten states. Through exclusive long-term contracts, Accel serves licensed non-casino locations including bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, gaming cafes, and fraternal and veteran establishments. Accel also owns and operates brick and mortar casinos and a racino venue.
Accel provides its local partners with a turnkey, full-service, capital-efficient gaming solution that encompasses manufacturing, content, payments, loyalty, 24/7 customer service, data analysis and reporting, and cash logistics. The Company’s racino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing, opened in April 2025 and features over 270 electronic gaming machines, food and beverage amenities, a sports book, para-mutuel betting and 55 days of thoroughbred horse racing a year. For more information, please visit www.accelentertainment.com.
Job Description:
SUMMARY
Accel Entertainment is seeking a Junior Systems Developer to build and maintain its gaming systems, including data interfaces, payment systems, controllers, user interfaces, and legacy applications. The Junior Systems Developer will work closely with business stakeholders and Accel engineers to implement new features and modernize existing systems. This role reports to the Senior Systems Developer. Preferred primary location: Las Vegas, NV. Preferred secondary location: Chicago, IL.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Systems Development & Modernization
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, infrastructure engineers, and quality assurance to design, build, test, and deploy gaming systems
- Upgrade and enhance existing controllers, devices, user interfaces, and payment systems
- Build new thin-client user interfaces in C# and .NET to replace thick clients
- Reverse engineer legacy code and integrate functionality into modern C#-based services
Systems Integration & Delivery
- Integrate gaming systems with accounting and marketing systems
- Create and manage GitHub repositories and set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions
Production Support & Documentation
- Troubleshoot and resolve production defects
- Create technical documentation and unit tests
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, or a related field
Experience
- 2+ years of C#, JavaScript, and .NET development experience, with a focus on secure, reliable, scalable, auditable, and compliant solutions
Technical Skills
- Experience designing and building SQL databases
- Experience building interfaces that use CSV and JSON file formats and REST API calls
Skills & Competencies
- Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with business stakeholders and senior engineers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting complex issues
- Ownership and accountability to follow issues through from discovery to resolution
Preferred Experience
- AngularJS or React experience
- Experience using tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps to manage technical work
- Experience setting up CI/CD processes in GitHub
- Experience in gaming, hospitality, or multi-state regulated industries
- Experience working with infrastructure engineers and quality assurance teams
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Typical office environment
- Travel may be required
The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Base Pay Range:
$78,000–$93,000/yr
This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The base salary will depend on a number of factors such as: qualifications, experience level, and skillset.
Voluntary full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, and vision; life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance; short and long-term disability; identity/legal protection; as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts. Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.
Accel Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in junior software developer jobs.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, or JavaScript
- Familiarity with version control using Git and platforms like GitHub or GitLab
- Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and basic software design principles
- Experience building or contributing to web applications using frontend or backend frameworks
- Ability to write and execute unit tests and debug code independently
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Junior Software Developer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each stack
Job postings for junior software developers usually name specific languages and frameworks. Mirror those exact terms in your resume's skills and project sections. A resume listing 'JavaScript, React, and Node.js' ranks higher in applicant tracking systems than one that says 'web development'.
Show GitHub commits, not just projects
Hiring managers for junior roles check your GitHub activity to see how you actually write and iterate code. Pin two or three repositories with clear README files explaining what the project does, what you built, and what you'd improve next time.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists junior software developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by tech stack before applying
Applying to every junior developer opening wastes time. Focus on roles where you already know at least seventy percent of the listed stack. Companies expect to train on the remainder, but showing up with no overlap on the core languages raises red flags fast.
Prep for the take-home coding challenge
Most junior software developer interviews include a take-home assignment or timed coding screen. Practice on platforms like LeetCode or HackerRank using the same language the company lists in the job posting, so your syntax and patterns match what their reviewers expect to read.
Negotiate start date before discussing anything else
Once you have an offer, confirming a start date you can actually meet protects you from rescinded offers tied to missed timelines. Ask about onboarding cohort schedules early. Many companies run cohorts monthly, and missing one can delay your actual start by weeks.
Junior Software Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most junior software developers?
The companies hiring the most junior software developers right now include Canonical, Peraton, and Visionist, with the largest share of openings in Maryland, Virginia, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at companies scaling engineering teams in fintech, healthtech, and enterprise SaaS.
How many junior software developer jobs are remote?
About 44% of junior software developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is higher than the average for entry-level technical roles. Frontend and full-stack positions tend to have the highest share of remote availability, while roles tied to on-premise infrastructure or hardware integration are more likely to require in-office work.
How do you become a junior software developer?
You become a junior software developer by building a foundation in at least one programming language, completing personal or academic projects you can show to employers, and getting your code reviewed through internships, open-source contributions, or coding bootcamps. Employers prioritize candidates who can demonstrate working code over those who only list coursework on their resume.
Can you get hired as a junior software developer with no professional experience?
Yes, you can get hired as a junior software developer without prior professional experience if your portfolio shows you can build and ship functional software. Employers hiring at this level expect gaps in experience. What they look for instead is a GitHub profile with active projects, evidence you can debug your own code, and basic familiarity with collaborative tools like Git.
What does the junior software developer interview process look like?
The junior software developer interview process typically includes an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone or video interview covering language fundamentals and basic algorithms, a take-home coding assignment or live coding session, and a final interview with the engineering team. Some companies also include a short system design discussion, though expectations at the junior level focus on problem-solving approach rather than production-scale architecture.
Where can I find and apply to junior software developer jobs?
You can find and apply to junior software developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your stack and experience level from the listings on this page and apply directly to each one.
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