Scala Engineer (m/f/x)

Poland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

eCommerce, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have proven experience as a Backend Engineer developing server-side systems on the JVM, with specific Scala experience. A solid understanding of functional programming, parallel and asynchronous programming, and non-blocking I/O is required, along with experience developing REST APIs and knowledge of scalable architectures. Fluent English is necessary for working in international teams, and candidates should have an aspiration for continuous self-improvement and learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

The Scala Engineer will design, implement, and test mission-critical APIs within a PaaS eCommerce Scala backend. They will develop a scalable and multi-tenant architecture, working closely with Product Management to understand business needs and find technical solutions. Responsibilities include contributing to the team roadmap, ensuring functional and non-functional requirements (performance, security) are met, and collaborating with engineers from different teams to maintain technical excellence across the platform. The role also involves participating in an on-call rotation for production systems.

Skills

Scala

API design

PaaS

eCommerce

backend development

scalable architecture

multi-tenant architecture

clean code

agile methodologies

performance optimization

security

Commercetools

Cloud-based platform for eCommerce solutions

About Commercetools

Commercetools provides a cloud-based platform designed for eCommerce businesses, enabling them to create and manage online stores. The platform is built around an API-first approach, allowing easy integration with existing systems and supporting modern technologies like GraphQL, SCALA, and REST API. This flexibility and scalability make it suitable for a wide range of clients, from small startups to large enterprises in various industries such as retail and fashion. Commercetools operates on a subscription-based model, where clients pay a recurring fee for access to its features, which allows for continuous improvements and the addition of premium services. The company's goal is to empower businesses of all sizes to efficiently build and manage their online presence.

Munich, GermanyHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$292.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

🩺 100% covered medical, dental & vision insurance

💰 401k with company match

☀️ Up to 60 days/year of remote work

💻 Open learning & development budget

🌴 Generous PTO, vacation, parental leave, holiday & etc

Risks

Rapid technological advancements in AI could outpace Commercetools' current offerings.

Dependency on third-party payment solutions poses risks if service disruptions occur.

Internal restructuring from new chief people officer may impact employee satisfaction.

Differentiation

Commercetools offers a cloud-native, component-based, tech-agnostic, composable platform for digital commerce.

The API-first approach allows seamless integration with existing systems and modern technologies.

Commercetools provides unlimited flexibility for brands to deliver scalable commerce experiences.

Upsides

Increased adoption of headless commerce drives demand for API-first platforms like Commercetools.

Partnerships with PayPal Braintree enhance value by offering seamless payment solutions.

The rise of composable commerce expands market share with modular, customizable solutions.

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