[PLB] Back-end Software Engineer (Scala)

Company Description

Agile Soul - Software Mind

Software Mind develops solutions that make an impact for companies around the globe. Operating throughout Europe, the US and LATAM, our diverse team brings together a variety of skills, experiences and perspectives. Tech giants & unicorns, transformative projects, emerging technologies and limitless opportunities – these are a few words that describe an average day for us. Building cross-functional engineering teams that take ownership and crave more means we’re always on the lookout for talented people who bring passion and creativity to every project. Our culture is driven by trust – it embraces openness, acts with respect, shows grit & guts and combines employment with enjoyment. 

Job Description

Project – the aim you’ll have

Our client is an innovative company fueled by a passion for delivering top-tier entertainment in the world of betting. We firmly believe that betting should be an exhilarating experience, and our mission is to empower operators with the tools they need to not only attract and retain customers but also to provide them with the highest level of entertainment.

Our engineering team has created a highly scalable and modular platform for businesses to customize to their unique needs. We recognize the uniqueness of each operator and are committed to supporting their vision and goals.

Position – how you’ll contribute

• You will be responsible for designing, building, serving, and monitoring cloud-based microservice architectures as a vital member of a high-performing cross-functional team and a community of Backend Engineers.
• Your work will involve leveraging a cutting-edge technology stack that includes Scala, Rust, Kubernetes, RESTful APIs, Couchbase, Postgres, Docker, and more.
• You will take ownership of the entire development cycle, from architecture design through implementation, testing, and ongoing maintenance of our products.
• Close collaboration with Product and Service Delivery Teams, as well as your colleagues in an agile environment, will be essential.
• Join a team that places a strong emphasis on Continuous Integration, Code Quality, Code Reviews, and Test Coverage, so your positive and committed attitude toward these practices is crucial.
• Your primary goal is to deliver fully functional features and products, designed with a Domain-Driven mindset, thoroughly tested, and aligned with user requirements.

Qualifications

Expectations – the experience you need

• Minimum of two years of experience with the Scala programming language.
• Familiarity with both relational (e.g., Postgres) and non-relational databases (e.g., Couchbase, Redis, Cassandra/Scylla).
• Experience with Enterprise Message Buses, such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Experience in creating HTTP APIs and a strong understanding of the HTTP stack.
• Proficiency in asynchronous programming using Futures, IO, Task, or ZIO.
• Knowledge of the Typelevel stack.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to delve into code.
• An "you built it, you run it" approach, demonstrating a commitment to taking ownership of services and applications at scale.
• A "contract first" approach for APIs and integrations.
• Strong team player, with leadership skills being an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English to communicate effectively with clients.

Additional skills – the edge you have

• Experience with Kubernetes (k8s).
• Proficiency with Cats (a library for functional programming in Scala).
• Strong background in Pure Functional Programming.
• Familiarity with libraries and frameworks such as http4s, doobie, fs2, fs2-kafka, and circe.
• Knowledge of the Tagless Final pattern.

Additional Information

Position at: Software Mind Moldova & Romania

Why us? Because there are many perks waiting for you:

• Competitive salary & periodical review;
• New technologies & experience working on international projects;
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home with a monthly additional bonus;
• An agile, supportive, and non-bureaucratic organizational culture;
• Monthly Lunch Tickets received on card;
• Additional medical insurance, paid sick leaves and sports membership reimbursement;
• Financial support for Training & Courses, as well as free online English classes with native speakers;
• Paid Team Building Activities based on Projects and Interests;
• More intriguing benefits will be revealed during our online interviews...