At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build high-quality microservices using Scala and the Play Framework.
- Company: Join Scrumconnect Consulting, a multi-award-winning digital consultancy making a real impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Other info: Contribute to a dynamic team and grow your career in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in public sector digital services while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Strong Scala experience, agile mindset, and a passion for user-centred design.
The predicted salary is between 57692 - 70512 £ per year.
About Scrumconnect Consulting
Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.
We are looking for a Scala Software Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality microservices and Back End systems using Scala and the Play Framework. You will help UK government clients solve complex problems and deliver tangible value for citizens and the public sector. Working as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, you will deliver user-centred digital services that meet strict Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and WCAG accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured, highly governed environments where security, high performance, accessibility, and architectural reliability are critical to service success.
- Build and ship high-performance software components that meet user needs end-to-end.
- Write clean, secure, and well-tested code in Scala, adhering to functional programming principles and modern development standards.
- Follow and help improve internal engineering best-practice guidelines.
- Coach apprentices and junior developers, contributing actively to Scrumconnect's engineering community.
Required skills include:
- Strong commercial experience designing, building, and operating production software systems using Scala and the Play Framework.
- Confidence with modern development practices (Test-Driven Development using ScalaTest/Specs2, continuous integration/continuous deployment, and automated testing).
- Solid understanding of information security principles and secure-by-default engineering.
- A user-focused mindset and experience collaborating closely with designers and product colleagues.
- Experience working in agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban).
- Experience working on high-volume transactional digital services (or strong evidence you can ramp quickly in a fast-paced environment).
- Experience delivering digital services within UK central government or the wider public sector.
- Experience working with regulated public-sector, GDS, or financial-services environments.
- Active community-of-practice contribution (technical talks, blog posts, or internal Scala mentoring).
Hybrid working
It is our mission to make digital easy - through intelligent systems that predict needs, automate complexity and drive measurable value for the citizens and organisations we serve.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Senior Scala Software Developer (Hybrid) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: scrumconnect ltd
Scrumconnect Consulting is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture in Newcastle. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as being a Disability Confident employer, we provide meaningful opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to thrive in their recruitment careers.
