Senior Backend Engineer (Scala / Play / Akka)

Role Name Senior Backend Engineer (Scala / Play / Akka)

Location: Remote

JOB DESCRIPTION

Build distributed and reactive systems using Scala, Play, and Akka.

Key Responsibilities

Develop backend services using Scala and Play

Implement reactive systems using Akka

Design RESTful APIs

Optimize MySQL and Oracle databases

Work on distributed architectures

Ensure high performance and scalability

Write unit and integration tests

Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code

Perform code reviews and ensure code quality

Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.

Collaborate effectively with the development and product teams to understand software requirements and specifications.

Experience

5 years backend experience, 3 should be in Scala

Qualifications

• Strong Scala, Play, and Akka knowledge

• MySQL and Oracle expertise

• Experience with distributed systems and modern development practices

• Microservices architecture experience

• Ability to work independently

• Exposure to CI/CD and EKS Pay rate: 82-87 USD per Hour Job type: Contract Division: eTeam Inc (US) Category: eTeam United States Reference: 26-57173