Need to be local to Denver area only Job Title: Scala Developer (Contract) Location: Denver, CO (4 Days Onsite / 1 Remote) Duration: Contract Start Date: ASAP Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Scala Developer for a contract role based in Denver, CO. This position requires strong hands-on development experience with Scala and a modern engineering mindset. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, deploy, and support scalable applications, with an emphasis on cloud-native architectures, containerization, and data-driven services. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Scala • Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other developers to deliver high-quality software solutions • Implement containerized services using Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Istio, or Argo • Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters, preferably on AWS • Integrate and manage NoSQL databases such as MongoDB • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab • Utilize AWS managed services for deployment and scalability • Implement monitoring and logging using tools like Datadog or Splunk • Leverage caching solutions such as Memcached or Kafka to optimize system performance • Document APIs using Swagger (OpenAPI) for internal and external use Required Skills & Qualifications • 5+ years of software development experience, with strong proficiency in Scala • Solid understanding of MongoDB or other NoSQL databases • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Istio, Argo) • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes on AWS or similar cloud platforms • Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools such as Datadog, Splunk • Working knowledge of AWS services (e.g., ECS, EKS, S3, Lambda, RDS) • Experience with caching layers, particularly Memcached or Kafka • Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and documentation using Swagger (OpenAPI) • Proficient in CI/CD automation (Jenkins, GitLab) • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Work Arrangement • Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite in Denver, CO, 1 day remote • Collaborative team environment in a modern DevOps culture If you are interested or have any references please share resume at mukul@brightmindsol.com.