Lead Scala Developer

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to spearhead a new development team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-impact projects, drive technical direction, and shape the future of enterprise-scale digital platforms.

You’ll design, build, and maintain robust, scalable systems that power next-generation digital experiences. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll play a key role in architectural decision-making, system performance, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.

If you’re passionate about solving complex problems, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to make a tangible impact through leadership and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of skilled developers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Design and implement high-performance, scalable backend systems for enterprise deployment.
• Drive architectural discussions , shaping technical strategy and influencing system design across teams.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver impactful, reliable solutions.
• Develop and maintain APIs , server-side logic, and database integrations to ensure stability and performance.
• Champion software quality through code reviews, testing, and CI/CD best practices.
• Investigate and resolve complex production issues and participate in on-call rotations as needed.
• Contribute to documentation (design docs, RFCs, root cause analyses) and promote engineering best practices.
• Lead by example , mentoring peers and driving an inclusive, growth-oriented team culture.

Experience & Skills

• 7+ years of software development experience , including at least several years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven success leading teams and delivering large-scale, high-impact projects.
• Strong expertise in Java and Scala with hands-on coding experience.
• Deep knowledge of AWS and cloud-native architectures.
• Experience scaling distributed systems to handle high throughput and low latency.
• Solid grasp of software development lifecycle , configuration management, release processes, and testing.
• Ability to influence system architecture and make informed technical trade-offs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for mentorship and team growth.
• Track record of driving quality, reliability, and operational excellence at scale.

Nice to Have: Experience with Golang or Python . Previous involvement in engineering culture development , hiring, or organizational design.

Why Apply?

• Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team working with cutting-edge technologies.
• Play a key leadership role in shaping high-profile enterprise solutions.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model and strong support for professional growth.

Benefits include: Annual bonus Scheme. Contributory Pension Scheme. Private Medical Scheme. Life Assurance. Long Term Disability. Employee Assistance Scheme. Annual Leave – 22 days in a financial year (FY) + 10 public holidays. Continuous Learning & Development. Lunch & Learns. Additional perks including company discounts, on-site parking, bike-to-work scheme and others. Access to extensive training and certification resources

Dublin (Hybrid – 2 days a month on-site, rest remote if wanted)

Type: Permanent | Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in Ireland or the EU

For further details or to express interest, please contact David Coyle at 01 6351748 or via email at [email protected].