Role: Lead Scala Developer
Duration: 8 week contract + Ext
Location: Leeds (one day per month onsite)
Rate: £650 per day (Inside IR35)
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Scala Developer to take a leading role in the development and implementation of services.
Responsibilities
• Lead the development and implementation of front-end and back-end applications using Scala.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test applications that meet business requirements.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of developers.
• Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment are followed throughout the development lifecycle.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to decision-making.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, translating technical concepts into clear and understandable language
Essential Skills
• MUST HAVE: Proven experience as a Lead Developer or similar role, with a background in Scala development.
• Extensive experience in designing, building, and maintaining software.
• Proficiency in using development tools, version control systems, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and services.
Additional Skills
• Strong proficiency in Scala programming language
• Expert-level knowledge of functional programming paradigms (Cats)
• Proven experience with Play Framework for building web applications
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and development
• Proficiency in MongoDB for data storage and retrieval
• Experience with API development and integration
• In-depth knowledge of TDD and BDD methodologies
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration and deployment pipelines
Desirable Skills
• Experience with Akka framework for building reactive systems
• Knowledge of Kibana for data visualisation
Location: United Kingdom
Posted: Aug. 18, 2024, 9 p.m.
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