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Job Details
Job Title: Scala Developer
Location: Wisconsin (On-site required--one week remote, one week onsite, etc)
Interview Process: In-person with hiring manager Technical Coding Interview
About the Role
My client in Downtown Madison is seeking a Scala Developer with functional programming exposure and strong web development experience to join our skilled application development team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a developer interested in functional programming to contribute to a large-scale, long-term development effort as part of a collaborative and highly motivated team.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain web applications
- Work with Scala on the backend and PureScript on the frontend (no prior Scala or PureScript experience required).
- Ensure code quality through peer reviews and collaborative development.
- Work closely with manufacturing, R&D, and component vendors to ensure seamless integration.
- Analyze and evaluate supply chain health for purchased parts and components.
- Assist in the redesign of electronic products and identify components at risk of obsolescence.
- Provide qualitative and quantitative recommendations for cross-component solutions.
Skills & Qualifications
1 year of functional programming experience (not just coursework or tutorials).
4 years of web development experience.
Experience with Scala (preferred) or other functional programming languages (Haskell, F#, Clojure, Elm, etc.).
Strong SQL skills (4 years).
Experience with Agile development (Scrum, Kanban).
Comfortable working in a Linux development environment.
Strong collaborative and communication skills, open to code reviews and peer feedback.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with PureScript.
- Background in mathematics or a strong interest in functional programming.
- Experience with software development best practices in a government or regulated environment.
Why Join this company?
Join a highly skilled and collaborative team with a strong functional programming culture.
Gain experience in Scala, PureScript, and modern web development technologies.
Stability & Growth - Long-term career opportunities in a government-supported IT organization.
Important Notes:
- Candidates must be open to relocating to Wisconsin at their own expense.
- The role requires on-site work 50% of the month.
- A strong interest in functional programming is required, even if professional experience is limited.
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company Profile:
Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs.
Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles.
Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting .
Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
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