We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Scala Developer to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Scala development, with expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance applications. As a Scala Developer, you will play a key role in optimizing system performance, writing efficient code, and ensuring software reliability. You should be passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and have a deep understanding of modern software development practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance Scala applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Write reusable, testable, and efficient code.
Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Implement security and data protection measures.
Troubleshoot and debug applications to resolve issues.
Mentor and guide junior developers, providing technical leadership and code reviews.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.
Participate in Agile/Scrum processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Required Skills and Technologies:
Proficiency in Scala: Extensive experience with Scala programming and its frameworks/libraries (e.g., Akka, Play).
Functional Programming: Strong understanding of functional programming concepts and principles.
Web Development: Experience with web frameworks in Scala (e.g., Play, Lift) and front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
Database Management: Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
APIs and Web Services: Expertise in designing and consuming RESTful APIs and building microservices architectures.
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
DevOps Tools: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform).
Testing: Proficient in writing unit tests, integration tests, and using testing frameworks (e.g., ScalaTest, Specs2).
Version Control: Strong experience with Git and collaborative development workflows (e.g., GitFlow).
Security Best Practices: Understanding of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
Preferred Skills:
Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) for full-stack development.
Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) and event-driven architectures.
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions).
Understanding of GraphQL and its implementation in Scala.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in Scala development, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
Certifications (Optional): Relevant certifications such as:
AWS Certified Developer
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
Google Professional Cloud Developer
Scala-specific certifications (e.g., Lightbend Scala Professional Certification)
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and guiding junior developers.
Adaptability to changing project requirements and technologies.