Senior Backend Engineer (Scala) IRC277835

GlobalLogic; Kraków; On-site; PLN 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Kraków seeks a senior backend software engineer with 5-7+ years of experience. The role emphasizes hands-on development and requires proficiency in Scala, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and clear technical documentation. Offering a culture of caring and continuous development, this position allows you to work on meaningful projects that make an impact.

Benefits

Inclusive culture and belonging

Learning and development opportunities

Work-life balance and flexibility

High-trust organization

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of professional experience.
• Strong hands-on software development experience with modern engineering practices.
• Ability to work within existing architectures focused on consistency and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Contribute directly to a pre-scoped system as part of a defined project initiative.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers to translate requirements into implementations.
• Ensure code quality, reliability, and performance through thoughtful development and testing practices.

Skills

Professional experience

Software development

Scala proficiency

Distributed systems

Microservices

Serverless patterns

Unit testing

Technical documentation

Collaboration skills

Tools

Nodejs

TypeScript

Kafka

MongoDB

GraphQL

Job description

We are seeking an experienced senior backend software engineer to join a project focused on enhancing and extending a specific system within our platform. This role is suited for someone who can quickly adapt to an established architecture and contribute effectively to delivering high-quality, production-ready software. The emphasis is on hands-on development, technical documentation, aligned with current technical direction, not long-term design ownership or system re-architecture.

We are a supportive, inclusive group that values collaboration and fosters a strong sense of belonging. Our team operates with transparency and alignment, driven by scaled agile practices, working closely with the product and design teams to shape and refine requirements, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This includes leveraging agile methodologies to ensure iterative delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and consistent alignment with business goals.

We’re driven by values that shape how we work together every day: Teamwork, ownership, accountability, proactivity, transparency, empathy, inclusivity, and a commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of professional experience
• Strong hands-on software development experience with modern engineering practices
• Proficiency in: Scala
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and serverless patterns.
• Ability to work within existing architectures with a focus on consistency, maintainability, and delivery.
• Proven experience in actively promoting and applying unit testing as an integral part of daily development practice
• Skilled in creating clear technical documentation and implementation strategies.
• Comfortable with evaluating solutions pragmatically and applying proven patterns within defined boundaries.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional teams.

Nice to have:

• Experience in Nodejs, TypeScript, Kafka, MongoDB, GraphQL
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) or Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
• Team leadership experience

Job responsibilities

• Contribute directly to a pre-scoped system as part of a defined project initiative.
• Collaborate with and guide engineers and product managers to translate requirements into solid implementations.
• Ensure code quality, reliability, and performance through thoughtful development and testing practices.
• Align your work with existing patterns and decisions, integrating effectively into our established software ecosystem.
• Document and communicate your work clearly to support smooth deployment and maintenance.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions focused on short-term outcomes and cohesive delivery.

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders.

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.

Note

This description outlines the role and the candidate experience; applications should be submitted through the standard GlobalLogic careers process.