Senior Scala Developer (Apache Spark)

BairesDev; Chile; Remote; CLP 117,417,000 - 176,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from anywhere

Competitive USD compensation

Home office setup provided

Flexible hours

Parental leave & vacations

Multicultural environment

Mentorship & growth opportunities

Job summary

BairesDev in Chile is hiring a Senior Scala Developer to lead complex Spark implementations and mentor the team. You will design and optimize data-intensive applications, contribute to Spark’s evolution, and collaborate with global engineers to deliver scalable solutions.

The role requires 10+ years in software development, deep Scala and Spark expertise, and a proactive, English-proficient communicator. We offer 100% remote work from anywhere, competitive USD compensation, and a diverse,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong expertise in Scala, functional programming, and JVM optimization.
• Deep understanding of Spark internals, Catalyst optimizer, and Tungsten execution engine.
• Experience in building large-scale, fault-tolerant Spark pipelines.
• Proven track record of contributions to Spark or other Apache projects.
• Advanced level of English.

Responsibilities

• Contribute actively to Apache Spark and related open source projects as a core contributor.
• Lead development of distributed data applications using Scala and Spark APIs.
• Implement advanced Dataset and typed transformations with Scala’s functional features.
• Drive performance tuning and memory optimization in Spark applications.
• Mentor junior developers and review Scala/Spark code for best practices.

Skills

Scala

Functional programming

JVM optimization

Apache Spark

Spark internals

Catalyst optimizer

Tungsten

Distributed data processing

Mentorship

Open source contributions

Tools

Spark

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Senior Scala Developer (Apache Spark) at BairesDev

We are seeking a Senior Scala (Apache Spark) Developer to lead complex Spark implementations and mentor team members. You'll design and optimize data-intensive applications, implement advanced transformations, and contribute to Spark’s evolution.

What You'll Do:

• Contribute actively to Apache Spark and related open source projects as a core contributor.
• Lead development of distributed data applications using Scala and Spark APIs.
• Implement advanced Dataset and typed transformations with Scala’s functional features.
• Drive performance tuning and memory optimization in Spark applications.
• Mentor junior developers and review Scala/Spark code for best practices.

What we are looking for:

• 10+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong expertise in Scala, functional programming, and JVM optimization.
• Deep understanding of Spark internals, Catalyst optimizer, and Tungsten execution engine.
• Experience in building large-scale, fault-tolerant Spark pipelines.
• Proven track record of contributions to Spark or other Apache projects.
• Advanced level of English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.