Platform Developer (Scala)

• Summary

  We are looking for Platform Developers (Scala Developers) with a server-side focus to help us improve our core platform services. If you are able to help us build a next-generation system, we're interested in talking to you. This is a fully remote role reporting to Engineering Management.

Your day to day

• Developing and delivering new features for the existing platform
• Implementing new third-party integrations within the platform
• Collaborating with the team to migrate the platform to a new architecture and technology stack based on Scala
• Building and maintaining services that support both customer-facing websites and internal administration tools, working closely with front-end developers where required
• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues to ensure platform stability
• Participating in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge across the team
• Adapting to the varied and evolving challenges of working in a growing company
• Demonstrating initiative and ownership, proactively identifying tasks rather than waiting for direction
• Continuously seeking more efficient and effective ways of working, contributing ideas to improve processes and deliver

Who you are

• Minimum of 3 years of experience with Scala
• Experience with at least one additional JVM-based language
• At least 1 year of experience writing complex SQL queries, beyond basic SELECT statements
• Familiarity with automated testing practices and frameworks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative team mindset
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Java Servlets, because there’s always legacy code
• Working knowledge of functional programming and its advantages
• An understanding of asynchronous/reactive programming
• Exposure to integrating third-party APIs
• Experience in performance profiling and tuning Java applications

Tech stack

• Server-side Scala
• JVM-based languages
• SQL and database querying
• Automated testing practices and frameworks

How we approach things

• Dynamic Medium-Sized Environment: we have a can-do ethos, where innovation is encouraged, and action is valued.
• Core Values at Heart: Teamwork, Innovation, Trust, and Integrity in everything we do.
• Results-Oriented Focus: prioritise getting things done while supporting each other to reach both collective and individual goals.
• Open Collaboration: open-door policy fosters collaboration across all levels and departments, where ideas flow freely.
• Global Team: truly a global team with people from various countries and cultures contributing to our success.

What we offer

• A remote and flexible working schedule.
• Generous time off varied based on the country of residence.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Training and other learning & development opportunities to support you through your career progression.
• Hardware & Software allowance or work equipment is provided to make sure you have all the right tools to get the job done.
• Various well-being programmes and initiatives.