**Java / Scala Developer** **New York, NY** **Type:** Contract **Category:** Development **Industry:** Communications **Reference ID:** JN -012025-92429 **Date Posted:** 01/22/2025 **Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/1j41Rh + Description + Recommended Jobs **Description:** Hybrid role in New York City. Our industry-leading client is seeking a Java/Scala Developer with TypeScript experience. _Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._ Rate: $75 - $85 / hr. w2 **Responsibilities:** + Full-Stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient software applications using Scala or Java stacks and TypeScript. + Cloud Infrastructure: Utilize AWS services (CFN, EC2, Lambda, S3, Dynamo, etc.) to deploy and manage applications in the cloud. + Containerization & Orchestration: Implement containerized solutions using Docker, deploy and manage services on Kubernetes. + Distributed Systems: Design and build distributed systems that are fault-tolerant, highly available, and scalable. Understand concepts such as event-driven architecture, microservices, and data consistency. + Observability & Monitoring: Implement and maintain observability best practices, including tagging, metrics, and logging to provide comprehensive visibility into system performance. Use tools like Datadog to monitor the health and performance of applications in real-time. + Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, UI/UX designers, and DevOps engineers to define requirements, design systems, and deliver features. + Code Quality & Best Practices: Write clean, maintainable, and testable code while following best practices for software development. Perform code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers on and offshore. + Problem-Solving & Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges and continuously seek opportunities to improve system performance, scalability, and reliability. **Experience Requirements:** + 7+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Scala or Java development stacks + Strong experience with TypeScript and building full-stack applications. + Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and Kubernetes for container orchestration. + Solid understanding of distributed systems and how to design and scale them. + Experience in building observability solutions using tools like Datadog, including tagging, metrics, and logging. + Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tools. + Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, Microservices Architecture, and Event-Driven Architecture. + Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. + Senior Software Engineer for Single Pane of Glass Observability Application + Full Stack Scala/Java, Http4s/Spring Boot, Typescript, AWS, Datadog/Observability, Kubernetes NICE TO HAVE: + Prior experience in managing or giving technical direction to teams/other engineers. + Experience in Agile software development practices and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jira). + Experience in Istio and Spinnaker _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._ _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._ _Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com._ _About Eliassen Group:_ _Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._ _Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._ _Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_