Job Description
Role Name Senior Backend Engineer (Scala / Play / Akka)
Location: Miami Flo.
JOB DESCRIPTION
**Position Overview**
Build distributed and reactive systems using Scala, Play, and Akka.
**Key Responsibilities**
Develop backend services using Scala and Play
Implement reactive systems using Akka
Design RESTful APIs
Optimize MySQL and Oracle databases
Work on distributed architectures
Ensure high performance and scalability
Write unit and integration tests
Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code
Perform code reviews and ensure code quality
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.
Collaborate effectively with the development and product teams to understand software requirements and specifications.
**Experience**
5+ years backend experience, 3+ should be in Scala
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**Qualifications**
Strong Scala, Play, and Akka knowledge
MySQL and Oracle expertise
Experience with distributed systems and modern development practices
Microservices architecture experience
Ability to work independently
Exposure to CI/CD and EKS
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Chicago, IL |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Salary | $70–$75 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | https://www.apolisrises.com/ |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans
About Company
Since 1996, RJT has provided successful SAP, Oracle, and IT consulting solutions and staffing services to clients around the world. The new Apolis brings you the same personalized service fortified with a greater array of IT solutions, global expertise, and cost-management strategies.
We are a global IT consultancy that seamlessly integrates experts and leading-edge solutions into your organization so you can focus on what really matters.