Job Opportunity: Scala Developer Location:Hybrid (Lisbon / Porto / Fundao) Language:English B2 Sector:Accounting & Finance SoftwareAbout the Role We are seeking anexperienced Scala Developerto help buildscalable, resilient backend servicesusing Scala 2.13 and thePekko-based Play Framework.
You will work on distributed systems focused on performance, reliability, and engineering excellence.Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend services usingScala 2.13 & Play Framework
- Integrate withMySQL, Redis, and AWS
- OptimizeSQL queries, indexes, and database performance
- Writeclean, maintainable, testable codeusing functional programming principles
- Supportarchitecture improvementswith a focus on scalability
- Participate incode reviews, pair programming, and Agile ceremonies
- Ensure strong collaboration with DevOps forefficient CI/CD pipelines
- Work in anAgile, cross-functional environmentRequired Skills
- Strong expertise inScala(collections, futures, immutability, pattern matching)
- Experience withPlay Framework or Pekko-based stacks
- Solid knowledge ofSQL optimization & profiling
- Hands-onAWSexperience
- Strong understanding ofGit, CI/CD, branching & PR workflowsNice to Have
- Experience withSqueryl or Doobie
- Exposure toGrafana or Kibana
- Experience withlarge-scale distributed systemsImportant Eligibility Note Must already be based in Portugal with valid legal rights to work.
No relocation support or visa sponsorship available.How to Apply Apply directlyor reach out via: LinkedIn