Scala Programmer at Apex Systems

Toronto, ON M5G

About the Job

Scala Developer

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider and our staffing practice has an opening for a Java/Scala Developer with experience developing functional programming in a Database environment, Java and Scala development experience, and strong knowledge of big data tools to place at our client, a top Financial Institution.

Terms: 1-year contract rolling (3-year project)

Start Date: February 1st, 2021

Location: Downtown Toronto (currently 100% work from home, future on site requirement post COVID-19)

Application Process: It is best to apply via the medium on which you are seeing this posting. If you encounter technical difficulties submitting your resume, please send your resume in Word format to Phil Piche at ppiche@apexsystems.com and reference QA Developer

Project:
Building a strategic reference data platform for client, account and instrument data. Platforms initial rollouts have been extremely successful and we are looking to expand and extend. We need top-tier engineers who have a strong and successful track record of solving hard problems and out of the box thinking. We work in a dynamic environment and expect new joiners to be flexible, self-sufficient and learn our business, our data and our technology stack with minimal supervision. They will lead the push for horizontally scalable, high performance applications, while facing off to senior business and tech partners across the organization. Prime role for strong, independent individual contributor, with huge growth potential.

Key Qualifications:

5+ years of Scala or Java (or similar) programming
Familiar with functional programming style (Scala, Java 8 w/ lambda expressions, etc.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills and enjoys a collaborative environment
Flexible, self-starter, fast-learner – willing and able to quickly learn new technologies and skills
Experience with functional programming

Preferred Skills:

Experience with graph technologies
Familiarity with Semantic Web (RDF) and Sparql
Experience with distributed computing
Familiarity with Zookeeper/Storm/Spark/HDFS
Experience with search technologies
Familiarity with Lucene/Solr/ElasticSearch
Experience with enhancing and maintaining mission-critical software in a fast-paced environment

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystemsinc.com or 844-463-6178.

Benefits

Restricted/Deferred Share Units
Life Insurance
Medical, Dental and Vision

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About this company

Apex Systems

Apex Systems, a segment of ASGN Inc. (NYSE: ASGN), is a technology services business that delivers emerging technology solutions to bring our clients digital visions to life. Apex has presence in over 70 markets across US, Canada and Mexico. Our consultants work with all types of companies throughout all industries, including more than 300 of the Fortune 500 companies. Are you an innovator with high standards who wants to help shape the world? We want you! Learn more about how to find your purpose with Apex, visit www.apexsystems.com. Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.