Jr. Scala Developer

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

I. POSITION SUMMARY - Scala Developer - Philadelphia PA

Self-motivated Scala/Java developer with both front- and back-end experience to help build and maintain a suite of cloud-based SaaS applications written in the Play! framework (1.x and 2.x). Must be comfortable working with a variety of data sources and data formats.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Write server-side functionality in Scala/Java using the Play! Framework
Create responsive attractive interfaces using client-side frameworks such as Javascript Knockout jQuery and Twitter Bootstrap
Develop and maintain a relational database (PostgreSQL) deployed in the cloud with a working knowledge of SQL DDL and database functions/procedures
Work with caching and in-memory solutions (i.e. Redis memcache) with an understanding of when such solutions are appropriate
Develop solutions which pull data from 3rd party applications including Amazon S3 Quickbooks Salesforce and other cloud-based authenticated applications
Writing code/algorithms that meet a standard of simplicity and performance
Keep up-to-date on relevant technologies/frameworks suggesting alternative methodologies where appropriate
Communicate clearly and professionally with team and clients not hesitating to ask questions or challenge the status quo
Perform duties with independence and initiative

III. EDUCATION EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

A. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

1-3 years Java development
1-3 years RDBMS development
1-2 years front-end experience with HTML/CSS/Javascript

B. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

1-2 years Scala development
1-2 years experience with the Play! Framework either 1.x or 2.x

C. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field

D. KNOWLEDGE

Principles of object-oriented and functional programming specifically as they relate to Scala and Java
Awareness of efficient algorithms mindfulness towards performance
Database design and development best practices

E. PERSONAL TRAITS

Self-motivated works well with others mindful of responsibilities and deadlines
Ability to work remotely as needed

Required Experience:

Junior IC

I. POSITION SUMMARY - Scala Developer - Philadelphia PASelf-motivated Scala/Java developer with both front- and back-end experience to help build and maintain a suite of cloud-based SaaS applications written in the Play! framework (1.x and 2.x). Must be comfortable working with a variety of data sou...

I. POSITION SUMMARY - Scala Developer - Philadelphia PA

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Write server-side functionality in Scala/Java using the Play! Framework
Create responsive attractive interfaces using client-side frameworks such as Javascript Knockout jQuery and Twitter Bootstrap
Develop and maintain a relational database (PostgreSQL) deployed in the cloud with a working knowledge of SQL DDL and database functions/procedures
Work with caching and in-memory solutions (i.e. Redis memcache) with an understanding of when such solutions are appropriate
Develop solutions which pull data from 3rd party applications including Amazon S3 Quickbooks Salesforce and other cloud-based authenticated applications
Writing code/algorithms that meet a standard of simplicity and performance
Keep up-to-date on relevant technologies/frameworks suggesting alternative methodologies where appropriate
Communicate clearly and professionally with team and clients not hesitating to ask questions or challenge the status quo
Perform duties with independence and initiative

III. EDUCATION EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

A. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

1-3 years Java development
1-3 years RDBMS development
1-2 years front-end experience with HTML/CSS/Javascript

B. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

1-2 years Scala development
1-2 years experience with the Play! Framework either 1.x or 2.x

C. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field

D. KNOWLEDGE

Principles of object-oriented and functional programming specifically as they relate to Scala and Java
Awareness of efficient algorithms mindfulness towards performance
Database design and development best practices