About this position

We are looking for a Middle Scala Developer to become a part of our growing team. You will build and maintain Scala-based APIs and backend features, ensure data integrity, optimize performance, and collaborate closely with front-end developers and designers.

As a global software development company, SoftTeco cherishes the business needs of every client and, hence, offers a range of custom solutions. Our world-class team fosters a culture of utmost respect, prioritizing transparency and fairness in all our interactions with both employees and customers. We focus on building long-term relationships that go beyond one-time projects.

We respect autonomy and offer flexible work options, including remote, in-office, or hybrid, according to your preferences.

Our corporate culture encourages professional growth and well-rounded development. So SoftTeco’s training and mentorship programs provide opportunities to work on different projects and technology stacks, thereby helping you expand your skill set and advance your career.

Responsibilities

Implement new features and functionalities based on user stories and requirements;
Ensuring data integrity and optimizing queries for performance;
Creating and maintaining APIs to support front-end functionality and ensure seamless integration with other services;
Writing clean, maintainable code and conducting code reviews;
Working closely with frontend developers, designers, and other team members to ensure cohesive and efficient development;
Ensuring the application is optimized for performance and scalability. Identifying and fixing bugs, maintaining the codebase to ensure long-term stability and performance.

Technical skills

Minimum 2+ years of experience in API development using Scala, with an overall experience of 5+ years working with Scala;
Strong proficiency in Scala (with a focus on functional programming), with at least 2+ years of experience developing REST APIs and web services using Scala libraries such as http4s, Cats Effect, Tapir, and Circe (mandatory for this role);
Good knowledge of at least two testing frameworks: MUnit, Specs2, ScalaTest, or Weaver.;
In-depth knowledge of microservices architecture (mandatory for this role);
Familiarity with version control tools such as Git or Subversion, and IDEs like IntelliJ;
Familiarity with PostgreSQL (using Doobie) and Docker (testcontainers);
Understanding of the Agile Software Development Life Cycle and experience working in Scrum projects;
Comfortable writing and using test cases for debugging code and improving performance and reliability.

Non-technical skills

Confident English communication skills (Upper-Intermediate+);
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Strong problem-solving skills;
Ability to use a wide variety of open-source technologies;
Ability to adapt to changing environments.

Work schedule

Full-time position;
Work formats available: remote, office, or hybrid (based on your preference);
Flexible schedule from Monday to Friday. Most of our team members work from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Interview process

Competency-based interview with a Recruiter & English Check (30-45 min);
Technical interview covering the candidate’s skills with a SoftTeco’s Expert (1 hour);
Client-side interview in English;
Final HR interview to discuss work conditions and salary.

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Our Benefits

Comfortable working environment & flexible hours; opportunity for remote work.

Holidays based on the official calendar of your country.

Relocation opportunities or options to work from SoftTeco’s offices based in other countries.

Health insurance, compensation packages for sports; and corporate discounts from SoftTeco’s partners.

Mentoring, internal knowledge sharing, all-hands meetings, and our corporate English courses.

Comprehensive Career Pathway system designed to facilitate employees’ professional growth and development within the organization.

Corporate events for employees and their families, sponsored by the company; gifts on working anniversaries and professional holidays.

Working at SoftTeco

We understand how important it is to find a vacancy that would fit your tech stack and skills level. But we also understand that it’s even more important to find a team of people who will make your work comfortable and enjoyable, and who will inspire you to grow and learn. Trust, expertise, rationality, and involvement are the core qualities that form SoftTeco’s culture and help us build long-term relationships with our employees and partners.

Current Job Openings

SoftTeco constantly expands its expertise and as we do so, we are in need of top industry talents to help us resolve complex technical challenges and bring innovation to our clients. If you are looking for the next step in your career, we encourage you to explore our Job Openings page and see if your perfect vacancy awaits you.

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