Scala Developer - Newcastle/London

Lucid Support Services Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Support Services Ltd. is seeking a skilled Scala Developer for an 8-week contract. The role is remote with two onsite days per month in Leeds. Start date is soon, with ongoing project extension possible.

You will build and extend API services, design scalable software, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery within Agile.Experience with Play Framework, MongoDB, Akka, and Kibana is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Scala Developer or similar role.
• Strong background in designing, building, and maintaining software solutions.
• Proficiency in development tools, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms and services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Front End and Back End applications using Scala.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test applications meeting business requirements.
• Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment throughout the development life cycle.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decisions.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable updates.

Skills

Scala

Software design

Development tools & CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving & communication

Cloud platforms

Tools

Play Framework

MongoDB

Akka

Kibana

Job description

Role: Scala Developer
Duration: 8-week contract (+ ext - long term project)
Location: Remote-working (two consecutive days per month onsite in Leeds)
Rate: £400 per day/Inside IR35

Start Date: 26th October

We are seeking a skilled Scala Developer to support and complete an API build as soon as possible, contributing to the development and implementation of key services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Front End and Back End applications using Scala.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test applications meeting business requirements.
• Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment throughout the development life cycle.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decisions.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable updates.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Scala Developer or similar role.
• Strong background in designing, building, and maintaining software solutions.
• Proficiency in development tools, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms and services.

Additional Skills

• Strong proficiency in Scala.
• Knowledge of functional programming paradigms (Cats).
• Experience with Play Framework for web applications.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in MongoDB and API development/integration.
• Understanding of TDD and BDD methodologies.
• Experience with Continuous Integration and deployment pipelines.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Akka for reactive systems.
• Knowledge of Kibana for data visualisation.