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# Scala Developer

- **Company:** Arrows
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £169,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Integration, TypeScript, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Backend, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Docker
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815163944-scala-developer

## About the Role

* Solid Scala skills (experience with similar ecosystems beneficial)
 * Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes and cloud environments
 * Strong TDD mindset and CI/CD experience
 * Comfortable working in an Agile setup and collaborating closely with others
 * A team-focused, lead-by-example approach

Additional skills:

 * Scala + React/TypeScript - Experience building modern front-end applications
 * Scala + AI - Understanding of LLMs, RAG, tool-building, etc. Ability to design automations and improve processes using AI

If you're excited to work in a fast-paced environment where engineers lead innovation - we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

Consultant @ Arrows | UK Contract and Perm | Technology

Senior Scala Engineer - paying up to £650/day (Inside IR35) - Hybrid (2x a week - London) - 6 month contract

The role:

 * Build and maintain backend services that move and integrate data
 * Create reliable, secure and observable software with strong automation
 * Help define requirements and shape technical solutions
 * Contribute to overall engineering direction
 * Support and mentor team members

What you'll need:

 * Solid Scala skills (experience with similar ecosystems beneficial)
 * Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes and cloud environments
 * Strong TDD mindset and CI/CD experience
 * Comfortable working in an Agile setup and collaborating closely with others
 * A team-focused, lead-by-example approach

Additional skills:

 * Scala + React/TypeScript - Experience building modern front-end applications
 * Scala + AI - Understanding of LLMs, RAG, tool-building, etc. Ability to design automations and improve processes using AI

If you're excited to work in a fast-paced environment where engineers lead innovation - we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology, Engineering, and Other

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Technology, Information and Media, and Financial Services


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