ELEKS Software Development and Engineering Office is looking for a Senior Scala Developer in Chicago, IL.
ABOUT CLIENT
Our client is building a world-class digital platform that powers a broad portfolio of enterprise applications across mobile, web, cloud, and distributed computing environments. Their technology solutions are designed to improve productivity, profitability, and operational safety while supporting sustainable growth for businesses and communities worldwide.
REQUIREMENTS
6–10 years of commercial experience with Scala development
Strong knowledge of Java 17
Solid backend development experience
Hands-on experience with the Akka ecosystem, including
Akka Streams
Akka Typed Actors (Stash, Singleton, Cluster)
Akka Persistence
Akka HTTP
At least 2 years of experience building data streaming solutions with Akka
Experience developing RESTful web services
Strong knowledge of AWS services, including IAM, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, and KMS
Experience with Slick and SQL query development
Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably with Azure DevOps Pipelines
Experience delivering highly available, fault-tolerant distributed systems
Understanding of software architecture principles and distributed system design
Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Scala and Java
Build and enhance distributed systems using the Akka ecosystem
Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend microservices
Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services
Design and optimize data access using Slick and SQL
Design, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines to support automated software delivery
Build highly available, resilient, and reliable software solutions
Collaborate with architects and cross-functional engineering teams on solution design and implementation
Participate in technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture decisions
Troubleshoot production issues and continuously improve application performance and reliability
WHAT YOU WILL GET WITH ELEKS
Close cooperation with a customer
Challenging tasks
Competence development
Ability to influence project technologies
Team of professionals
Dynamic environment with low level of bureaucracy
ABOUT ELEKS
ELEKS is a custom software development company. We deliver value to our clients, thanks to our expertise and experience gained from working as a software innovation partner since 1991.
Our 2000+ professionals located in the Delivery Centers across Eastern Europe and sales offices in Europe and North America, provide our clients with a full range of software engineering services. These include product development, QA, R&D, design, technology consulting and dedicated teams.