Our client is seeking anexperienced Lead Scala Developerto spearhead a new development team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-impact projects, drive technical direction, and shape the future of enterprise-scale digital platforms.You'll design, build, and maintain robust, scalable systems that power next-generation digital experiences. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll play a key role in architectural decision-making, system performance, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.If you're passionate about solving complex problems, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to make a tangible impact through leadership and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor a team of skilled developers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.Design and implement high-performance, scalable backend systems for enterprise deployment.Drive architectural discussions, shaping technical strategy and influencing system design across teams.Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver impactful, reliable solutions.Develop and maintain APIs, server-side logic, and database integrations to ensure stability and performance.Champion software quality through code reviews, testing, and CI/CD best practices.Investigate and resolve complex production issues and participate in on-call rotations as needed.Contribute to documentation (design docs, RFCs, root cause analyses) and promote engineering best practices.Lead by example, mentoring peers and driving an inclusive, growth-oriented team culture.Experience & Skills10+ years of software development experience, including at least several years in a leadership capacity.Proven success leading teams and delivering large-scale, high-impact projects.Strong expertise in Java and Scala with hands-on coding experience.Deep knowledge of AWS and cloud-native architectures.Experience scaling distributed systems to handle high throughput and low latency.Solid grasp of software development lifecycle, configuration management, release processes, and testing.Ability to influence system architecture and make informed technical trade-offs.Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for mentorship and team growth.Track record of driving quality, reliability, and operational excellence at scale.Nice to Have:Experience withGolangorPython. Previous involvement inengineering culture development, hiring, or organizational design.Why Apply?Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team working with cutting-edge technologies.Play a key leadership role in shaping high-profile enterprise solutions.Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model and strong support for professional growth.Benefits include:Annual bonus Scheme. Contributory Pension Scheme. Private Medical Scheme. Life Assurance. Long Term Disability. Employee Assistance Scheme. Annual Leave – 22 days in a financial year (FY) + 10 public holidays. Continuous Learning & Development. Lunch & Learns. Additional perks including company discounts, on-site parking, bike-to-work scheme and others. Access to extensive training and certification resourcesDublin or Letterkenny(Hybrid – 2 days on-site, rest remote if wanted)Type:Permanent |Eligibility:Must be eligible to work in Ireland or the EUFor further details or to express interest, please contact David Coyle at or via email