Senior Scala Back-End Engineer

A rapidly-growing company developing an innovative travel app that makes travel recommendations using predictive analytics is looking for a Senior Scala Back-End Engineer. The selected candidate will collaborate with the teammates to improve their knowledge of various cloud operations. The company is tapping into the power of game-changing technology to help users discover pocket-friendly traveling options. They have managed to securely raise $600mn+ in funding so far. This role requires 6-8+ hours of overlap with the PST time zone. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with teammates to improve their understanding of AWS, GCP, and other cloud operations
• Set code and performance standards by reviewing code and participating in discussions
• Create unique user experiences and own vendor integration microservices
• Work with a DevOps mindset that requires you to put what you've built into action
• The microservices architecture, including monitoring and alerting systems, should be evolved and maintained
• Deliver your first code in an agile manner
• Collaborate with a diverse group of people to foster growth by providing and receiving feedback

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
• At least 6+ years of relevant experience as a back-end engineer
• Must have experience with Scala
• Strong competency in building and managing multiple external API integrations
• Professional experience developing data-heavy platforms or APIs
• AWS or GCP experience is nice to have
• Possess solid analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Expertise in leading industry techniques and technologies 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Eagerness and inquisitiveness to investigate and answer complex questions based on data
• Core knowledge in building and managing back-end systems and delivering scalable user experiences