Scala Developer

Signify Technology; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global fintech platform in New York City is seeking a VP-level Scala Backend Engineer to design and build scalable, cloud-native services. The role demands extensive experience in backend application development, with a strong focus on Scala (Java is also considered) and AWS. The ideal candidate will have a senior-level ownership mindset and the ability to deliver high-performance systems in a modern microservices architecture. This position offers a hybrid work model, requiring in-office presence from Monday to Thursday and remote work on Fridays.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of backend application development.
• Hands-on Scala experience with a strong Java background considered.
• Experience building distributed systems in AWS.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building cloud-native services in Scala.
• Developing APIs powering critical investment workflows.
• Writing high-quality, well-tested code.

Skills

Scala

Java

Kafka

MongoDB

AWS

Job description

📍 New York City (Mon–Thurs in office, Fri remote)

We’re partnering with a leading global fintech platform transforming access to alternative investments. The firm builds technology that simplifies complex investment workflows for asset managers and institutional investors worldwide.

They’re hiring a VP-level Scala Backend Engineer to design and build distributed systems powering a high-scale investment platform.

The Role

This is a hands-on senior engineering position focused on building scalable, cloud-native backend services in Scala (Java also considered) within a modern microservices architecture.

You’ll work closely with Product and Investment teams to deliver highly performant, resilient systems operating at significant scale.

Tech Environment

• Scala / Java
• Kafka
• MongoDB
• AWS
• ScalaTest for unit & integration testing

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and building cloud-native services in Scala
• Developing APIs powering critical investment workflows
• Writing high-quality, well-tested code
• Participating in peer code reviews and architectural discussions
• Supporting system integrations and production environments when needed

What They’re Looking For

• 10+ years of backend application development
• Hands-on Scala experience (strong Java background considered)
• Experience building distributed systems in AWS
• Strong understanding of event-driven architecture (Kafka)
• Experience with MongoDB or similar NoSQL databases
• Senior-level ownership mindset (VP-level IC)