Scala Backend Engineer

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience developing Scala-based backend systems.
• Proven expertise in functional programming principles, with hands-on experience utilizing the Typelevel stack (preferably Cats and Cats Effect).
• Experience with microservices and AWS is highly preferred.
• You are not just focused on writing code - you strive for quality and scalability.
• You have excellent English skills, both spoken and written.
• You are currently based in Portugal / South Africa / Kenya.

Introductory call with recruiter | First Interview with Tech Team | Technical Challenge | Final interview with the Tech Team

The gross salary range per month for this position is:

Portugal: €3,025 - €5,000 (x14)

Your final salary will be determined based on your experience and alignment with your future colleagues.

In addition to your monthly salary, we offer you:

• Benefits and allowances tailored to your location.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote or hybrid options.
• A personal development budget of €500 per year to invest in your professional growth
• Unlimited holiday days to use as you see fit - just coordinate with your team and take the time you need to recharge.
• The opportunity to shape a growing, impactful product and leave your mark on how we work
• A culture built on trust - we believe you’ll do your best without the need for unnecessary rules or micromanagement

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