Scala Developer
Posted 1 day ago by Lucid Support Services Ltd
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: The role of Scala Developer involves supporting and completing an API build within an 8-week contract, with the possibility of extension. The position requires remote work with two consecutive days per month onsite in Newcastle. The developer will contribute to the development and implementation of key services while ensuring best practices in code quality and deployment. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and effective communication with stakeholders are essential components of this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement Front End and Back End applications using Scala.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test applications meeting business requirements.
- Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment throughout the development life cycle.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decisions.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable updates.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as a Scala Developer or similar role.
- Strong background in designing, building, and maintaining software solutions.
- Proficiency in development tools, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience with cloud platforms and services.
- Strong proficiency in Scala.
- Knowledge of functional programming paradigms (Cats).
- Experience with Play Framework for web applications.
- Familiarity with microservices architecture.
- Proficiency in MongoDB and API development/integration.
- Understanding of TDD and BDD methodologies.
- Experience with Continuous Integration and deployment pipelines.
- Experience with Akka for reactive systems.
- Knowledge of Kibana for data visualisation.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Role: Scala Developer
Duration: 8-week contract + possible extension
Location: Remote-working (two consecutive days per month onsite in Newcastle)
Rate: Inside IR35
We are seeking a skilled Scala Developer to support and complete an API build as soon as possible, contributing to the development and implementation of key services.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement Front End and Back End applications using Scala.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test applications meeting business requirements.
- Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment throughout the development life cycle.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decisions.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable updates.
Essential Skills
- Proven experience as a Scala Developer or similar role.
- Strong background in designing, building, and maintaining software solutions.
- Proficiency in development tools, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience with cloud platforms and services.
Additional Skills
- Strong proficiency in Scala.
- Knowledge of functional programming paradigms (Cats).
- Experience with Play Framework for web applications.
- Familiarity with microservices architecture.
- Proficiency in MongoDB and API development/integration.
- Understanding of TDD and BDD methodologies.
- Experience with Continuous Integration and deployment pipelines.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Akka for reactive systems.
- Knowledge of Kibana for data visualisation.
If you are available and interested in this opportunity, please apply for further information. Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you do not hear back within 7 days, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.