Scala Developer - 12 Months - Remote - Outside IR35

Job Title: Scala Developer
Rate: £400 - £450 (Outside IR35)
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Remote
Clearance: BPSS

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Scala Developer with strong experience in building and maintaining applications using the Play Framework. This role is supporting a high-profile central government digital transformation programme, so familiarity with GDS (Government Digital Service) standards is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, robust Scala-based applications.
• Work extensively with the Play Framework to build RESTful APIs and web services.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers and Back End teams to integrate user-facing elements.
• Write clean, testable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• Ensure the system adheres to GDS and security standards.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Support continuous integration and deployment pipelines.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong commercial experience in Scala development.
• Hands-on experience with the Play Framework.
• Solid understanding of functional programming principles.
• Experience working with REST APIs, JSON, and HTTP protocols.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
• Agile/Scrum delivery environment experience.
• Understanding of TDD/BDD and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience working on public sector or government projects is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of GDS standards and accessibility guidelines (nice to have).
• Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms (desirable).