Senior Backend Engineer; Scala​/Play​/Akka

ITTConnect is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Scala / Play / Akka) to join our team. This is a new position with a client that is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services present in nearly 50 countries. Their client is in the Cruise / Travel Industry.

Job location:

Client is in Miami area, locals would be preferred, remote is OK.

Responsibilities:

• Develop backend services using Scala and Play
• 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

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of IT experience
• MUST HAVE:
  Strong Scala, Play, and Akka knowledge
• MySQL and Oracle expertise
• Experience with distributed systems and modern development practices
• Exposure to CI/CD and EKS
• Desirable experience in Travel & Hospitality industry