Senior Scala Developer | Remote Role | Kafka & Microservices Expertise

Are you a seasoned Scala developer passionate about building high-performance microservices architecture? We're seeking an exceptional Senior Scala Developer to join our forward-thinking team on a full-time remote basis. In this role, you'll leverage your advanced Scala programming expertise while architecting robust solutions that utilize Apache Kafka and modern distributed systems approaches. About the Role: As a Senior Scala Developer, you'll design and implement sophisticated microservices using Scala 3.3+ and Java within a distributed team environment. You'll be responsible for creating scalable, maintainable solutions that process complex data workflows while ensuring optimal performance. This position demands strong analytical thinking, exceptional problem-solving capabilities, and a deep appreciation for functional programming paradigms. Key Responsibilities: - Architect and develop resilient, scalable microservices using Scala and the Typesafe ecosystem (including Akka and Play Framework). - Implement and optimize Apache Kafka-based messaging systems for sophisticated real-time data processing workflows. - Design and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs following industry best practices and standards. - Collaborate on critical architecture decisions to ensure system scalability, reliability, and exceptional performance metrics. - Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code adhering to functional programming principles. - Participate in comprehensive code reviews and contribute to technical documentation for knowledge sharing. - Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges across various system components. - Mentor junior developers and disseminate knowledge about Scala best practices within the team. - Continuously improve our development processes, technical standards, and overall code quality. Required Skills: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. - 2-3+ years of professional experience with Scala development (Scala 2.13 or Scala 3). - Strong foundational knowledge of Java and JVM-based technologies. - Demonstrated experience with Apache Kafka for message processing and event streaming applications. - Comprehensive understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems principles. - Proven track record in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and service integrations. - Proficiency in functional programming concepts and their practical applications. - Experience writing comprehensive unit tests and integration tests for quality assurance. - Familiarity with Git version control and modern CI/CD pipeline implementation. - Confident level of English communication skills, both written and verbal. Nice to Have: - Experience with BigData technologies such as Apache Spark and the Hadoop ecosystem. - Knowledge of reactive programming paradigms using Akka or similar frameworks. - Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for deploying scalable applications. - Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes). - Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB, Cassandra, or similar technologies. - Contributions to open-source projects or personal projects utilizing Scala. - Practical implementation of event sourcing and CQRS patterns in production environments. - Advanced knowledge of Scala build tools including SBT and Maven. Why Join Our Team: Working with us means becoming part of a forward-thinking engineering team that values innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence. You'll tackle challenging projects that push the boundaries of Scala development while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in our flexible remote environment. We offer competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact on products used by customers worldwide.