Scala/Java Engineer

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Scala/Java Engineer to join our team and work on our betting platform. As a Scala/Java Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and building robust backend systems that support our internal operator-controlled services and betting API.

This role will be hybrid, in the Jersey City office 3 times per week.

What You Will Do

Build high-quality software in Scala, which is easily maintained due to high unit test coverage and reliable end to end automation coverage.

Continuously refactor code to simplify the implementation and address performance concerns

Collaborate with senior engineers to implement scalable and reliable solutions for real-time customer engagement and rewarding systems.

Work closely with product managers and stakeholders to develop features that enhance user experience and system capabilities.

Debug and resolve technical issues across the backend mobile sportsbook platform.

Analyze system performance and implement optimizations for speed and reliability.

Work within a cross-functional team, including AQA, Front-end, Android, iOS and DevOps engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality standards and knowledge sharing.

Stay updated on industry trends and technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

Support the hiring of future colleagues

Requirements

3+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years of professional experience with Scala and Java.

Strong knowledge of functional programming principles and practices.

Familiarity with effects systems, particularly Cats Effect

Competence in building robust and performant SpringBoot APIs

Demonstrable experience with Java reactive programming

Experience with real-time systems, high-throughput REST APIs, asynchronous operations, and low-latency data processing.

Familiarity with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and message queues (e.g., Kafka).

Proficiency in working with databases, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., DynamoDB, Redis).

Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering clean, maintainable code.

Must be available for rotational on-call duty 2 out of every 3 weeks to provide 24hr cover for major incidents, including weekends and holiday