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Senior Scala Developer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cloud Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$61.50 - $82/hr

Can be converted if eligible Primary roles are for senior developers who can take the request and deliver clean code in Scala. They are building APIs written in Scala using elastic search as backing ...

Scala Software Engineer

Irving, TX

$53.50 - $70.75/hr

Candidate should be willing to embrace Pure Functional Programming with Scala. Development and ... SR.IT Recruiter Dhamotharan 571-267-4164

Sr. Data Engineer (Scala)

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

Data Engineer (Scala) Senior Location: Charlotte, NC Employment Type: Cliff W2 Duration: Long-Term Contract Visa: Open to all work-authorized candidates. Required Skills * Strong hands-on experience ...

Job Title: IT - Applications Development - Sr. Hadoop Developer A Hadoop/Spark/Scala developer is responsible for the design, development and operations of systems that store and manage large amounts ...

Senior Java Developer

New York, NY

$62.75 - $79.75/hr

Our client is looking for a technically proficient hands-on Java and/or Scala developer, experienced in developing distributed systems. The position will require supporting different phases of ...

Sr. Engineer (Scala)

New York, NY · On-site +1

$114K - $157K/yr

Strategic Imperative The Sr. Engineer strengthens Prodege's technical foundation by delivering high-quality Scala/Java services that scale with business demand. This role converts product ...

Senior Java Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$62.75 - $79.75/hr

Our client is looking for a technically proficient hands-on Java and/or Scala developer, experienced in developing distributed systems. • The position will require supporting different phases of ...

Principal Engineer (Scala or Java)

New York, NY · On-site +1

$147K - $198K/yr

Role Summary We are looking for a Principal Scala Engineer to help lead the architecture ... Mentors senior engineers through technical leadership and influence (no direct reports) Strategic ...

Sr. Software Development Engineer - Scala

Redlands, CA · On-site

$123K - $162K/yr

Esri is a leading company in geospatial technology, and they are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer specializing in Scala. The role involves designing and developing innovative software ...

Skill hadoop, Mapreduce, hive, hiveql, AWS, pl/sql, spark, scala Location San Jose, CA Total ... Programming Experience with Hadoop / Map-Reduce with Java UNIX / Shell scripting Designing ...

Skill hadoop, Mapreduce, hive, hiveql, AWS, pl/sql, spark, scala Location Newark, NJ Total ... Programming Experience with Hadoop / Map-Reduce with Java UNIX / Shell scripting Designing ...

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How much do senior scala developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior scala developer in the United States is $61.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.40 and $69.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Senior Scala Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Scala Developer, you need advanced proficiency in Scala and functional programming concepts, along with a strong background in software engineering and computer science. Experience with tools such as sbt, Akka, Play Framework, version control systems like Git, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and the capacity to mentor and collaborate with cross-functional teams set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for delivering robust, scalable solutions and guiding development projects in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Senior Scala Developer?

As a Senior Scala Developer, your day-to-day tasks often include designing and building scalable backend systems, writing and reviewing code, troubleshooting complex issues, and participating in architecture discussions. You’ll collaborate closely with other developers, product managers, and QA engineers to ensure new features and improvements are delivered effectively and efficiently. Additionally, you may mentor junior team members, contribute to technical documentation, and help define best practices for the team. This collaborative, hands-on environment allows you to both leverage your expertise and continually grow as a technical leader.

What is a Senior Scala Developer job?

A Senior Scala Developer is a software engineer with extensive experience in Scala programming and functional programming principles. They are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications, often for backend systems, data processing, or distributed architectures. In addition to coding, they mentor junior developers, participate in code reviews, and contribute to architectural decisions. Strong knowledge of frameworks like Akka, Play, or Spark is often required.

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Senior Scala/Python Engineer (Hybrid)

Senior Scala/Python Engineer (Hybrid)

Rewards Network

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

About Rewards Network 

For 41 years, Rewards Network has been helping restaurants grow revenue, increase traffic, and boost customer engagement through innovative financial, marketing services, and premier dining rewards programs. By offering unique card-linked offers, we introduce diners to fantastic restaurant experiences, leveraging advanced technology and data analytics to deliver value to restaurants, diners, and our strategic partners' loyalty programs. 

Our Culture 

At Rewards Network, you'll be part of a driven and diverse team that excels in collaboration, issue resolution, and taking ownership of both personal growth and the company's success. We take pride in partnering with the world's most powerful loyalty programs to drive full-price paying customers to local restaurants through marketing services and flexible funding options. Our engaging and rewarding environment is designed to help you gain your full potential. 

Job Overview

The Senior Software Engineer (Platform Team) joins a dynamic group responsible for designing and developing scalable back-end systems that power Rewards Network's dining and transaction processing platform. This role contributes to building robust, functional programming-driven services, ensuring seamless rewards delivery and exceptional partner experiences for millions of users. We're open to hiring at the mid to senior level based on experience.

This is a hybrid position that requires in office presence 3 days a week (Tuesday-Thursday) in Chicago. 

What you'll bring to the table: (Responsibilities)

   Lead the development of scalable back-end systems to support platform services.
   Architect RESTful APIs and microservices using functional programming to ensure reliability and maintainability.
   Build real-time data pipelines to enable efficient platform operations.
   Optimize databases for performance and data integrity.
   Mentor team members on functional programming practices and system design for high-quality, testable code.
   Collaborate with DevOps and data teams to align on platform performance and operational needs.
   Implement security measures to safeguard sensitive platform data.
   Oversee projects from design to deployment, ensuring alignment with business goals.
   Enhance CI/CD processes to maintain platform reliability.
   Research advanced functional programming techniques to improve system performance.

Do you have the right mix of ingredients:
  • 7+ years of experience in back-end software development, with at least 3 years focused on functional programming.
  • Expert proficiency in Scala or other functional programming languages for building complex back-end systems.
  • Strong experience with functional programming libraries, including Cats Effect, for concurrent and scalable applications.
  • Advanced skill in designing RESTful APIs and microservices with functional paradigms.
  • Proficiency in event streaming systems like Kafka for real-time processing.
  • Expertise in optimizing relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) for high-throughput environments.
  • Ability to write clean, testable code adhering to functional programming principles.
  • Deep knowledge of security practices for critical systems.
  • Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor engineers across teams.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Familiarity with Typelevel ecosystem (preferred).
  • Experience building applications using Python (preferred).

Education, Certifications and Experience: Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience (e.g., coding bootcamp or self-taught expertise).
What you'll love about us: 

Comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

  • This is a full-time, exempt position. The base salary range for this role in Chicago is $130,000-$170,000 annually, depending on level (mid-level or senior), as well as candidate experience, skills, and other factors. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus target of 10%, bringing total target compensation to $143,000-$187,000.
  • Competitive Time Off Benefits: including flexible PTO, 11 company holidays, and parental leave. 
  • Generous dining reimbursement when you dine with our restaurant clients 
  • 401(k) plan with a company match
  • Two medical plan options- Standard PPO or High Deductible Health Plan (HSA with company match for HDHP participants)
  • Partnership with Rx n Go, offering certain prescriptions for free
  • Two dental plan options and a vision plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and a pre-tax commuter benefit program
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Plans
  • Short Term and Long Term disability 
  • Company-paid life insurance and AD&D insurance, supplemental employee, spouse, and child life insurance 
  • Employee Life Assistance Program
  • Hybrid working environment in a new office space downtown near the Metra Train stations and catered lunches on Tuesdays. 

Rewards Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We encourage and strongly support workplace diversity.