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Staff Software Engineer, Platform(Scala)

Sprout Social
Location
Remote Poland
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years experience developing and supporting software in a production environment
  • 5+ years experience programming in object-oriented languages such as Scala and/or other JVM languages
  • 5+ years experience with functional programming paradigms and ecosystems
  • 3+ years experience leading engineering projects and initiatives, including the design, development, and implementation of distributed systems
  • Professional English proficiency in verbal and written communication
  • Based in or near Kraków, with occasional availability to work from the office
Nice to have
  • 5+ years experience developing and supporting scalable, distributed backend services
  • 3 years experience working with SQL databases
  • Professional Polish proficiency in verbal and written communication
What the job really is

As a Staff Software Engineer at Sprout Social, you will work on backend systems, ensuring service excellence and maintaining scalable technical foundations using technologies like Scala and MySQL. Your role involves leading engineering projects, mentoring team members, and improving processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software. You will also be responsible for identifying technical issues and driving technical initiatives to enhance product delivery.

Benefits
  • Stock Ownership (RSUs) : Eligibility for Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
  • Generous Paid Time Off : 26 paid days off annually, in addition to bank holidays and extra company-wide 'Rest & Recharge' days.
  • Paid Parental Leave : 20 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and 16 weeks for non-birthing parents.
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) : An annual $600 USD fund for personal well-being.
  • Remote & Hybrid Work Support: A flexible, remote-first model with a home office setup stipend and monthly internet reimbursement.
  • Mental Health & well-being: Access to dedicated mental health resources and wellness programs.
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the tech stack beyond Scala and MySQL, which may limit exposure to other technologies.
  • The role requires occasional office presence in Kraków, which may not suit fully remote candidates.
  • The timeline for growth and responsibilities is ideal but may shift based on business needs, which could affect role clarity and expectations.
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