Technology Architect_ Scala

Infosys; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Infosys is seeking a Technology Architect to drive architecture and design across the SDLC, interfacing with stakeholders and offshore teams. The role emphasizes Scala programming, microservices, Akka, Play, and Lagom, with a focus on delivering scalable, robust solutions in a banking/financial context.

You will guide the team technically, work on architecture artifacts, and ensure successful collaboration between client and offshore groups while contributing to a learning culture and diverse

Qualifications

• Strong Scala programming with functional style and microservices background.
• Proficient in data structures, algorithms, and problem solving.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot to boost productivity.
• Proven track record working in Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Interface with stakeholders and define application architecture and high-level design.
• Provide technical feasibility analysis and guide offshore team communication.
• Develop architecture artifacts and ensure alignment with client requirements.
• Mentor team members and promote learning cultures in delivery.

Skills

Scala programming (core functional)

Microservices

Akka

Play

Lagom

Elasticsearch

Data structures

GitHub Copilot

Agile experience

Distributed systems

REST API design

Web app development (JavaScript, etc.)

Tools

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible/Puppet/Chef

Job description

Job Description

In the role of Technology Architect, you will interface with key stakeholders and apply your technical proficiency across different stages of the Software Development Life Cycle including Requirements Elicitation, Application Architecture definition and Design. You will play an important role in creating the Architecture and high-level design artifacts. You will also do technical feasibility and identify smart ways of completing client’s requirement. You will guide the team technically and work closely with offshore team acting as a communication medium between the client and offshore. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued.

Role - Technology Architect

Technology – Scala Programming

Location – Bromley (UK)

Business Unit – DNAFS

In the role of Technology Architect, you will interface with key stakeholders and apply your technical proficiency across different stages of the Software Development Life Cycle including Requirements Elicitation, Application Architecture definition and Design. You will play an important role in creating the Architecture and high-level design artifacts. You will also do technical feasibility and identify smart ways of completing client’s requirement. You will guide the team technically and work closely with offshore team acting as a communication medium between the client and offshore. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued.

Required

• Key technical capabilities include Scala programming (core functional), microservices, Akka, Play, Lagom, Elasticsearch
• Strong data structure, algorithm and problem-solving skills
• Productivity improvement through GitHub CoPilot (GHCP)
• Experience in working with an Agile team

Preferred

• Message-oriented-middleware (Kafka, AMQP, MQ, AMPS, etc.) experience
• Distributed systems experience
• Web Application development (JavaScript, AngularJS, Bootstrap, etc.)
• Rest API design and development
• DDD/CQRS/Event sourced systems experience
• Relevant industry (banking middle/back office) experience
• Experience in scripting languages (Bash, Python, etc.)
• Experience with automated deployment technologies (Ansible, Puppet, Chef, Docker, etc.)
• Experience with 3rd party Scala libraries and frameworks (Scalactic, Scalatra, RxScala, TypeLevel libraries, etc.)
• Understanding of Category Theory

Personal

• High analytical skills
• A high degree of initiative and flexibility
• High customer orientation
• High-quality awareness
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Overview

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in 59 countries to navigate their digital transformation.

With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, in 59 countries, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. We enable them with an AI-first core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

All aspects of employment at Infosys are based on merit, competence and performance. We are committed to embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Infosys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.