Scala Developer (PlayFramework), (Remote, Full-Time)

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About the Role

We are seeking a Scala Developer (TypeLevel) for a short-term full-time role with the possibility of transitioning into full-time employment. This position focuses on developing and maintaining a cloud-based microservice architecture, supporting hospital system integrations, and collaborating with React frontend teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and maintain applications using Scala (PlayFramework)
• Work on containerized deployments (Linux, Podman) within customer environments
• Collaborate with frontend developers to enhance the React UI
• Integrate with hospital systems (Dicom, HL7)
• Contribute to Python ML-related components

Must-Have Skills

• Scala (PlayFramework) – primary development skill
• Python – working knowledge to support ML-related tasks
• React UI – comfortable modifying existing codebase
• Linux and containerization (Podman)
• Hospital system integrations (Dicom, HL7)

What You’ll Achieve in Your First 90 Days

• Gain a strong understanding of the existing Scala PlayFramework system
• Contribute to containerized deployments on customer sites
• Deliver updates or fixes to the React UI

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