Java with Scala

Java Developer with Scala Migration Expertise (Contract)

Location: Richmond, VA – Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract (6-12 months, potential for extension)
Start Date: Immediate

Ex Capital One resources Strongly Preferred

About Us
We are a dynamic tech firm delivering innovative software solutions in cloud-native environments. Join our remote team to build scalable applications using modern Java and Scala technologies, with a key focus on migrating legacy systems to Scala for enhanced performance and maintainability.

Job Summary
We seek an experienced Java Developer with strong Scala expertise for a contract role. You''ll lead and contribute to the migration of Java-based systems to Scala, while designing, developing, and optimizing backend services. Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance applications in agile environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute migration of existing Java microservices and applications to Scala, ensuring seamless integration, minimal downtime, and improved efficiency using functional programming best practices.
• Develop and maintain Java-based microservices with Scala integration for data processing, APIs, and event-driven systems.
• Write clean, efficient code using Spring Boot, Akka, Play Framework, or Scala-specific tools like SBT.
• Collaborate on agile sprints via tools like Jira and Git for code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, and migration progress tracking.
• Optimize applications for scalability, performance, and security in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform), with a focus on post-migration enhancements.
• Troubleshoot migration-related issues, perform unit/integration testing with JUnit or ScalaTest, and document code and migration strategies.
• Participate in remote stand-ups, contribute to technical discussions, and provide guidance on Scala adoption best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Java development experience (Java 11+).
• 2+ years with Scala, including functional programming paradigms, migration experience from Java, and libraries like Cats or ZIO.
• Proficiency in Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and databases (SQL/NoSQL like PostgreSQL or MongoDB).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and build tools (Maven/Gradle/SBT).
• Strong problem-solving skills, familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, and proven track record in code migrations.
• Excellent communication for remote collaboration; bachelor''s in Computer Science or related field preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Kafka or RabbitMQ for event-driven architecture during migrations.
• Experience with reactive programming (Akka Streams) and large-scale system transitions.
• CI/CD with Jenkins or GitHub Actions, including migration automation.