| Job title | Backend Engineer - Scala |
| Location | Remote |
| Industry: | |
| Reference: | 5353 |
| Contact name: | Susan Barrance |
| City: | Remote |
| Contact email: | susan.barrance@signify-tech.com |
| Published: | March 13, 2023 12:07 |
Job Description
Backend Engineer - Scala
12-month contract / Fully Remote / EU timezones only
Signify Technology is partnered with a global logistics management platform that is seeking a mid-level Backend Scala Engineer to join a well-established, fully distributed engineering domain.
As a Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the global management system that processes large volumes of data, provides real-time insights, and integrates with multiple third-party systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable, fault-tolerant, and high-performance backend systems using Scala
- Develop microservices and APIs to integrate with third-party systems.
- Collaborate with other engineers, data scientists, and product managers to identify requirements and deliver features.
- Monitor and optimize the performance, scalability, and security of the backend systems.
- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in backend development using Scala or Java
- Commercial experience with Event Sourcing tools Kafka & Kafka Streams
- Experience with cloud-based infrastructure, such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Understanding of software development principles, such as SOLID, DRY, and KISS.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot and debug complex systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the maritime industry and related technologies.
- Experience with distributed systems and data processing frameworks, such as Apache Spark or Flink.
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, such as PostgreSQL and Cassandra.
If you have the required experience and qualifications, and you are passionate about developing scalable and reliable backend systems - please reach out with an updated CV and the best time to be contacted