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Junior Big Data Engineer

Iselin, NJ · On-site

$56.50 - $75/hr

Required : • 3+ years of total experience, primarily as a Big Data Developer • Experience with ... HDFS, Hive, Hortonworks, Spark, Scala, Python, Java, Kafka, etc.) • Experience with API ...

Mentor and coach junior engineers on various design and development aspects of big data platform ... Experience of developing large distributed systems using core Java and/or Scala Experience in at ...

Sr. DevOps Engineer II

$133K - $170K/yr

... Scala • Experience and working knowledge of data orchestration tools and frameworks such as ... and junior level staff • Able to serve as a key technical resource to support technology ...

... Spark Scala and Nginx to design and implement scalable data driven solutions. • Develop and ... junior developers and provide technical guidance in Python and related technologies. • Work ...

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How much do junior scala developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior scala developer in the United States is $88,976.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior Scala developer?

A Junior Scala Developer is an entry-level software engineer specializing in the Scala programming language. They typically assist in writing, testing, and maintaining code for applications, often working under the guidance of senior developers. Their responsibilities may include functional programming, working with frameworks like Akka or Play, and integrating with databases or big data technologies. Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn are crucial for growth in this role.

What do junior Scala developers do?

As a Junior Scala Developer, you'll typically work on developing and maintaining backend services, APIs, or data processing pipelines using Scala and related technologies. Your daily tasks may include writing and testing code, reviewing pull requests, fixing bugs, and participating in team meetings or agile sprints. You'll often collaborate with senior developers, QA testers, and product managers to deliver features and solve technical challenges. The role provides an excellent opportunity to learn best practices, improve your coding skills, and gain hands-on experience with real-world Scala applications.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a junior Scala developer?

To thrive as a Junior Scala Developer, you need a solid understanding of Scala programming, functional programming principles, and foundational software engineering concepts, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Experience with build tools like SBT, version control systems like Git, and familiarity with frameworks such as Akka or Play are valuable assets. Strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and effective teamwork and communication skills will set you apart in this collaborative environment. These skills and qualities are essential to contribute meaningfully to development projects, adapt to evolving technologies, and support team goals.

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Infographic showing various Junior Scala Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,976 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

BackEnd Engineer (Junior Level)

Intelletec

San Francisco, CA

$110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Intelletec are partnering with an Innovative FinTech company in the Bay area who are redefining how money moves using blockchain technology, to help small businesses compete with large corporations, while improving underserved markets.  

Our client has got big plans in 2017 and they are rapidly building out there Engineering team to accomplish them all.  They are looking to add a number of (Junior) Back End Engineers to the team immediately.  

Job Description

The Role

  • As a Back End Engineer (junior), you'd be responsible for building consumer facing apps (web or mobile) that can scale,
  • Designing & scaling REST APIs in a distributed SOA system
  • Lead new technologies and bring ideas to push boundaries
Qualifications

Skills

  • You must have 2-3 years of Back end development experience 
  • Experience in Java (but will consider Python, Go & Scala)
  • MySQL/PostgreSQL/Oracle,
  • AWS or other Cloud platforms,
  • It would be great if you have experience in SpringBoot, Redis & Cassandra
Additional Information

They are paying a competitive base salary of up to $110k for Junior positions plus an excellent benefits package.formation will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.