Senior Backend Engineer: Scala/Akka, AWS (Hybrid)

3Core Systems, Inc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

3Core Systems, Inc in Chicago seeks a Senior Software Engineer to build backend services using Scala and Akka. You will work in a hybrid model with onsite presence required several days weekly, focusing on enterprise-grade backend systems and scalable architectures.

The candidate should have strong Java 8+ experience, 3+ years in Scala, and a track record of delivering reliable software using CI/CD practices. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• As Senior Software Engineer, you will build platform notification services for CLIENT customers.
• Must have Java 8+ and Scala with Akka tech exposure.
• Experience with enterprise backend applications and cloud CI/CD tooling.

Responsibilities

• Development of services using Scala and Akka technologies.
• Mentor and assist software engineers, providing technical guidance.
• Maintain high standards of software quality within the team.
• Guide the team to develop structured application code and documentation.
• Communicate with end users and internal customers to refine features.
• Perform integration testing and customer acceptance testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by CLIENT management.

Skills

AWS

CI/CD tools

Microservices

Scala

Enterprise backend

Scala Programming

CI/CD & Agile

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Java 8+

Scala

Akka

Job description

3Core Systems, Inc in Chicago seeks a Senior Software Engineer to build backend services using Scala and Akka. You will work in a hybrid model with onsite presence required several days weekly, focusing on enterprise-grade backend systems and scalable architectures.

The candidate should have strong Java 8+ experience, 3+ years in Scala, and a track record of delivering reliable software using CI/CD practices. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.