Senior Backend Engineer (Scala/Python) – Hybrid Chicago
Rewards Network
14 days+
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Job summary
Rewards Network is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Chicago to lead the development of scalable back-end systems for its platform. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of software development experience, specializing in functional programming, with a strong proficiency in Scala. This hybrid position requires in-office presence three days a week and offers a base salary between $130,000 and $170,000, plus an annual bonus. Rewards includes competitive PTO and comprehensive benefits.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in back-end software development, with at least 3 years focused on functional programming.
- Expert proficiency in Scala or other functional programming languages.
- Strong experience with functional programming libraries.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of scalable back-end systems to support platform services.
- Architect RESTful APIs and microservices using functional programming.
- Mentor team members on functional programming practices.
Skills
Back-end software development
Functional programming
Scala
RESTful APIs
Microservices
Event streaming with Kafka
PostgreSQL optimization
CI/CD pipelines
Docker
Kubernetes
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Tools
Cats Effect
Python
Job description
Rewards Network is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Chicago to lead the development of scalable back-end systems for its platform. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of software development experience, specializing in functional programming, with a strong proficiency in Scala. This hybrid position requires in-office presence three days a week and offers a base salary between $130,000 and $170,000, plus an annual bonus. Rewards includes competitive PTO and comprehensive benefits.
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