Software engineer - Scala

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company is seeking a Software Engineer with a Scala background to join their rapidly growing team in Preston. The role involves greenfield development on financial solutions and requires strong cloud experience. Excellent salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth are offered, making it an exciting time to join.

Benefits

Excellent annual leave entitlement

Medical insurance for you and your family

Daily Uber Eats allowance

Two bonuses per year

Full support for certifications

Qualifications

• Background in Scala required.
• Cloud experience in AWS, Azure, or GCP is essential.
• Interest in sports is a nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Greenfield development working on financial solutions built in Scala.
• Take ownership of sub-projects from requirements gathering to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

Skills

Scala

Cloud experience

Job description

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Software engineer - Scala, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

The company

This is an opportunity to join one of London's most exciting FinTechs! They are a rapidly growing company developing statistical models and analytic tools for sports. There isn’t a better time to join their world-class team of engineers. They are looking for bright and talented engineers from a Scala background. Excellent salaries and benefits are on offer to attract the best talent. Up to £85,000 basic + bonuses.

What you will get

• The chance to join a growing technology company.
• Excellent annual leave entitlement.
• Up to £85,000 basic depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work on the latest technologies.
• Access to continuous learning and growth.
• Medical insurance for you and your family.
• Two bonuses per year.
• Full support for certifications.
• Daily Uber Eats allowance.

What you will do

• Greenfield development working on financial solutions built in Scala.
• Take ownership of sub-projects from requirements gathering to production.
• Contribute to a global technology team.
• Liaise with all relevant stakeholders.
• Work on cutting-edge financial technology solutions.
• Work within an Agile environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

What you will need

• Background in Scala.
• Willing to be in the London office 4 days a week.
• Cloud experience in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Interest in sports – Nice to have!

Find out more

If you would like to have a confidential conversation and find out more about this opportunity, then get in touch with Con Lam at Harrington Starr or click on the apply button below.