Scala Developer

Scala Developer New York (Onsite role) 12 Months Contract Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable and efficient software solutions using Functional Programming Style Scala and TypeScript. You will work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing, containerization, distributed systems, and observability. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in full-stack development, modern DevOps practices, and experience working with cloud-native technologies such as AWS and Kubernetes. Responsibilities • Full-Stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient software applications using Scala and TypeScript. • Cloud Infrastructure: Utilize AWS services (CFN, EC2, Lambda, S3, Dynamo, etc.) to deploy and manage applications in the cloud. • Containerization & Orchestration: Implement containerized solutions using Docker, deploy and manage services on Kubernetes. • Distributed Systems: Design and build distributed systems that are fault-tolerant, highly available, and scalable. Understand concepts such as event-driven architecture, microservices, and data consistency. • Observability & Monitoring: Implement and maintain observability best practices, including tagging, metrics, and logging to provide comprehensive visibility into system performance. Use tools like Datadog to monitor the health and performance of applications in real-time. • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, UI/UX designers, and DevOps engineers to define requirements, design systems, and deliver features. • Code Quality & Best Practices: Write clean, maintainable, and testable code while following best practices for software development. Perform code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers on and offshore. • Problem-Solving & Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges and continuously seek opportunities to improve system performance, scalability, and reliability. Basic Qualifications • 7+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Functional Programming Scala stacks • Experience with TypeScript and building full-stack applications. • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and Kubernetes for container orchestration. • Solid understanding of distributed systems and how to design and scale them. • Experience in building observability solutions using tools like Datadog, including tagging, metrics, and logging. • Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tools. • Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, Microservices Architecture, and Event-Driven Architecture. • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience in managing or giving technical direction to teams/other engineers. • Experience in Agile software development practices and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jira) • Experience in Istio and Spinnaker. Education BS in Computer Science The estimated pay range for this position is USD $85.00/hr - USD $91.50/hr. Exact compensation and offers of employment are dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, licenses or certifications, and location. We also offer comprehensive benefits. The Talent Acquisition Partner can share more details about compensation or benefits for the role during the interview process.