Senior Scala Engineer for Real-Time Data Platforms

Sky; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global media company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain software for data movement. The role requires strong Scala development experience, ideally within the Akka/Pekko ecosystem, alongside experience with Docker and Kubernetes. You will focus on delivering reliable software while mentoring less experienced team members. This position offers a hybrid working model and caters to a diverse workforce with various rewards and benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Subsidised gym

Wide range of Sky VIP rewards

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering complex, production‑quality applications.
• Strong Scala development experience, preferably in the Akka/Pekko ecosystem.
• Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes and cloud technologies.
• Strong Test‑Driven Development background.
• Delivery experience within an agile environment using Scrum/Kanban.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and maintain software for data movement.
• Deliver observable, reliable and secure software.
• Assist in story definition and acceptance criteria.
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Scala development experience

Docker

Kubernetes

Test-Driven Development

Agile methodologies

Tools

Jenkins

TeamCity

Job description

A leading global media company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain software for data movement. The role requires strong Scala development experience, ideally within the Akka/Pekko ecosystem, alongside experience with Docker and Kubernetes. You will focus on delivering reliable software while mentoring less experienced team members. This position offers a hybrid working model and caters to a diverse workforce with various rewards and benefits.