Job Description
We are currently with a well established Bank who are seeking a Scala Developer to join a fast-paced and challenging team working closely with the front office. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid level developer to work in a demanding environment with a wealth of learning and development opportunities.
Candidates should have between 4-8 years experience as a back-end or full stack developer and MUST have professional experience using Scala and Java to a high standard.
Working onsite at one of the world’s top tier financial services businesses provides a significant platform for building a professional technology career in financial services. We need an experienced software engineer, to come into a team working on exciting and significant technology infrastructure upgrade in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
Role Profile:
The role offers a great opportunity for someone with a strong professional grounding in Java who is looking for an environment and opportunity that will challenge and develop their career in a high achieving team and business.
You will work in an agile team.
Essential Skills:
Core experience as a Scala Back-End Developer is essential
Experience using Java to a high standard
Experience developing real-time applications
SQL/ Relational database skills
Desired Skills:
A 2:1 in a technical subject from a Russell Group University (or equivalent)
Experience of working in a fast paced financial services environment as an experienced software engineer would be advantageous. But experience within a complex corporate environment would otherwise be useful.
Experience/Exposure working with Angular or React is beneficial but not essential.
Distributed platforms and technology experience would highly beneficial.
Strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills
Highly innovative, motivated and effective team player
Willingness to learn new technologies