Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
Scala
Java
Kubernetes
SQL
microservices architecture
Agile/Scrum
Kafka/RabbitMQ/Amazon SQS
Job Details
Job Description:
Role: Senior Backend Developer (Scala)
Location: Charlotte, NC(Onsite)
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer with strong experience in building scalable, high-performance systems. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Scala, deep understanding of distributed systems, and hands-on experience with modern messaging platforms and microservices architectures. Experience in the FinTech domain is a significant plus. Candidates will undergo a coding test and a compatibility interview as part of the hiring process.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and enhance core backend services and the data aggregation layer to support scalability, quality, and rapid iteration.
- Build robust integrations with internal systems leveraging rich financial datasets.
- Work with external partners to acquire and integrate new data sources.
- Create automation across the stack, including build/deployment pipelines, testing, monitoring, and data workflows.
- Collaborate with front-end developers to deliver complete end-to-end solutions.
- Continuously learn and adopt new technologies as the product and architecture evolve.
- Mentor and support junior team members, promoting strong engineering practices.
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of professional experience as a backend developer.
- Strong proficiency in Scala (or Java/functional languages with willingness to transition to Scala).
- Experience with messaging platforms such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, Amazon SQS, or similar.
- Experience building highly integrated, large-scale, high-volume, and testable backend systems.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies.
- Solid foundation in OOP, design patterns, algorithms, networking, and Linux systems.
- Strong understanding of web application internals and multi-tier scalability.
- Proficiency in SQL, relational database schema design, and ORM concepts.
- Knowledge of microservices architecture, messaging patterns, and deployment models.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- FinTech industry experience or domain knowledge.
- Experience in API design and building scalable, extensible client/server contracts.
- Security knowledge and experience with secure system design.
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