Senior Scala Developer - Contract

About us:Working at Tech Holding isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We are a full-service consulting firm that was founded on the premise of delivering predictable outcomes and high-quality solutions to our clients. Our founders and team members have industry experience and have held senior positions in a wide variety of companies – from emerging startups to large Fortune 50 firms – and we have taken our combined experiences and developed a unique approach that is supported by the principles of deep expertise, integrity, transparency, and dependability.The Role:Tech Holding is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with Scala expertise to join our growing team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable backend systems that are integral to our client's success. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, lead architecture discussions, and ensure that our systems meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.Responsibilities:• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems using Scala.• Lead or participate in architecture discussions, technical planning, and design reviews to ensure scalable and reliable solutions.• Build RESTful services and APIs using Scala, ensuring they meet performance and security requirements.• Work with asynchronous programming models, including events, callbacks, promises, and concurrency.• Utilized build and deployment technologies such as Jenkins, GitHub actions, and Docker to streamline development and deployment processes.• Implement caching strategies, manage source control, and maintain CI/CD pipelines.• Collaborate with teams across the organization to ensure seamless integration and service operation.• Participate in on-call rotations and perform root cause analyses to maintain system reliability.• Stay current with industry trends and share knowledge through presentations, tech talks, and other knowledge-sharing activities.Required Skills:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.• 5+ years of experience designing and delivering backend applications in a production environment.• Strong understanding of functional programming patterns and principles in Scala.• Proficiency in building RESTful services using Scala APIs.• Experience with asynchronous programming models and concurrency in Scala.• Hands-on experience with build and deployment tools such as Jenkins and Docker.• Knowledge of caching technologies, source control systems, and CI/CD pipelines.• Familiarity with messaging technologies (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).• Strong understanding of AGILE/Scrum practices.• Excellent problem-solving skills, self-learner, and able to work independently.• Strong written and verbal communication skills.What we Offer:• Remote Work Opportunities• Flexible Work Hours• Professional Development OpportunitiesExpected Compensation:• $90-$110 Per Hour / USD