Scala Backend Software Engineer - Vice President

iCapital; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-matched retirement plan

100% employer-paid dental and vision

Unlimited paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

iCapital is seeking a Backend Engineer to design and implement systems for our platform in Salt Lake City. You will build APIs and applications, working closely with our Investments Product Management team in a micro-services architecture using Scala, Node.js, and more.

The ideal candidate has 9+ years in web-based application development and 2+ years in Scala. We offer a competitive salary, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of web-based application development.
• 2+ years experience in Scala (Node.js or Java is a plus).
• Demonstrated understanding of relational or NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Building cloud native services using Scala.
• Unit and integration test development using Scala Test.
• Support clients through system integrations.

Skills

Scala

Web-based application development

Problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Degree in Software Engineering

Job description

About The Role

The Backend Engineer at iCapital will play an integral role in designing and implementing systems that power the iCapital platform. We are looking for engineers who can build APIs and applications that are highly performant and intuitive, and who have technical depth and a desire to deliver end products for our clients.

You will work closely with our Investments Product Management team throughout the software development process. Our platform sits on top of a micro‑services architecture with services built in Scala, Ruby, Node.js, and Python. If you are not already familiar with the technologies used at iCapital, you will have the opportunity to pick up these new tools and technologies while on the job, with support from management and mentors.

Responsibilities

• Building cloud native services using Scala with open‑source frameworks Akka, ZIO, etc.
• Unit and integration test development using Scala Test
• Active participation in stand‑up meetings
• Active participation in Peer Code Reviews as part of our standard SDLC and Change Management Process
• Support clients through system integrations and production issues

Qualifications

• Degree in Software Engineering
• 9+ years of web‑based application development
• 2+ years experience in Scala (Node.js or Java is a plus)
• Demonstrated understanding of relational or NoSQL database concepts and modeling practices
• Passion for actively learning new technologies
• Ability to work independently or as part of a group effort, as required
• Solid problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Collaborative approach to software development

Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $130,000 to $160,000. iCapital offers a compensation package which includes salary, equity for all full‑time employees, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an employer‑matched retirement plan, generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer‑paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO). We believe the best ideas and innovation happen when we are together. Employees in this role will work in the office Monday‑Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday.

iCapital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affluent Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.