Scala/ Spark Developer

Kraków, Poland (Hybrid - 2 days per week from the office)

About the Project

Join an international team developing a next-generation Big Data platform focused on detecting and preventing financial crime. The platform leverages Big Data technologies, Artificial Intelligence, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to analyze large-scale datasets, enabling investigators, intelligence analysts, and data scientists to identify potential financial crime risks worldwide.

You will become part of a team of over 150 professionals working across Poland, the UK, and China in an Agile Scrum environment. The teams operate in two-week sprints with six-week release cycles, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data processing pipelines using Scala and Apache Spark on Google Cloud Platform.
• Build scalable Big Data solutions for processing and analyzing large datasets.
• Work with Apache Airflow to orchestrate workflows and validate automated tests.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from technical analysis to production deployments.
• Write clean, maintainable, and high-quality code through testing, refactoring, and bug fixing.
• Collaborate closely with distributed development teams, Product Owners, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to sprint planning, backlog refinement, and Agile ceremonies.
• Share technical knowledge and support continuous improvement across the team.

Requirements

Must-have

• Strong hands-on experience with Scala and Apache Spark.
• Experience using GitHub.
• Basic knowledge of Python and Apache Airflow.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence.
• Experience working in Agile Scrum teams.
• Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Knowledge of JUnit, TDD, and BDD practices.
• Experience with Jenkins.
• Understanding of Clean Code principles, SOLID, KISS, DRY, and design patterns.
• Experience with Elasticsearch.
• Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS or Azure).
• Secure Code Warrior certification.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model - 2 days per week from our office in Kraków.
• Benefits: Multisport Card and Private Healthcare package
• Opportunity to work on a large-scale, international Big Data platform with global impact.
• Exposure to modern technologies, including Scala, Spark, GCP, AI, and cloud-native solutions.
• A collaborative and supportive Agile environment with experienced international teams.
• End-to-end involvement in the software development lifecycle.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• A friendly team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services - from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.

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