Senior Scala Developer, JR310

US hybrid Until 8/25/2026 6+ years exp First posted June 26, 2026 Last posted June 26, 2026
Job description

ELEKS Software Development and Engineering Office is looking for a Senior Scala Developer in Chicago, IL.

ABOUT CLIENT

Our client is building a world-class digital platform that powers a broad portfolio of enterprise applications across mobile, web, cloud, and distributed computing environments. Their technology solutions are designed to improve productivity, profitability, and operational safety while supporting sustainable growth for businesses and communities worldwide.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 6–10 years of commercial experience with Scala development
  • Strong knowledge of Java 17
  • Solid backend development experience
  • Hands-on experience with the Akka ecosystem, including:
  • Akka Streams
  • Akka Typed Actors (Stash, Singleton, Cluster)
  • Akka Persistence
  • Akka HTTP
  • At least 2 years of experience building data streaming solutions with Akka
  • Experience developing RESTful web services
  • Strong knowledge of AWS services, including IAM, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, and KMS
  • Experience with Slick and SQL query development
  • Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably with Azure DevOps Pipelines
  • Experience delivering highly available, fault-tolerant distributed systems
  • Understanding of software architecture principles and distributed system design
  • Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Scala and Java
  • Build and enhance distributed systems using the Akka ecosystem
  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend microservices
  • Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services
  • Design and optimize data access using Slick and SQL
  • Design, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines to support automated software delivery
  • Build highly available, resilient, and reliable software solutions
  • Collaborate with architects and cross-functional engineering teams on solution design and implementation
  • Participate in technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture decisions
  • Troubleshoot production issues and continuously improve application performance and reliability

WHAT YOU WILL GET WITH ELEKS

  • Close cooperation with a customer
  • Challenging tasks
  • Competence development
  • Ability to influence project technologies
  • Team of professionals
  • Dynamic environment with low level of bureaucracy

ABOUT ELEKS

ELEKS is a custom software development company. We deliver value to our clients, thanks to our expertise and experience gained from working as a software innovation partner since 1991.

Our 2000+ professionals located in the Delivery Centers across Eastern Europe and sales offices in Europe and North America, provide our clients with a full range of software engineering services. These include product development, QA, R&D, design, technology consulting and dedicated teams.

About this role

Summary

Develop and maintain scalable backend services and distributed systems using Scala, Java, and AWS.

Job title

Senior Scala Developer

Experience level

6-10 years

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Chicago, IL; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

scalajava 17akka ecosystemrest web servicesaws servicesslicksqlci/cd pipelines

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

scalaakkaawsrestful APIsdistributed systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

United States

Hybrid Country

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City