Scala Engineer (Growth)

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Scala Engineer to join our team and work on our retention platforms, such as the Sports Bonus Engine, Refer a Friend, and Caesars Rewards. These critical platforms process millions of events to reward our customers in real time.

This role is hybrid, based in the Jersey City office, requiring on-site presence 3 times per week. Candidates must also be willing to come on-site to complete the onboarding process as designated by the hiring team.

Responsibilities

• Build high-quality software in Scala, ensuring maintainability through high unit test coverage and reliable end-to-end automation.
• Continuously refactor code to simplify implementation and address performance concerns.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to implement scalable and reliable solutions for real-time customer engagement and rewarding systems.
• Work closely with product managers and stakeholders to develop features that enhance user experience and system capabilities.
• Debug and resolve technical issues across the retention platform.
• Analyze system performance and implement optimizations for speed and reliability.
• Work within a cross-functional team, including AQA, Front-end, iOS, and DevOps engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality standards and knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Support the hiring of future colleagues.
• Must be available for rotational on-call duty every 4-6 weeks to provide 24hr cover for major incidents, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years of professional experience with Scala.
• Strong knowledge of functional programming principles and practices.
• Experience with real-time systems, high-throughput APIs, and low-latency data processing.
• Familiarity with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Proficiency in working with databases, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., Cassandra, Redis).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering clean, maintainable code.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• 401(k)-matching program.
• Eligibility for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including cash bonuses.
• Paid Personal Time Off and paid company holidays.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $170,000 USD, dependent on relevant experience, geography, business needs, and market demand.

About Us

At Caesars Digital, we don’t just play the game — we set the standard. As a proud part of Caesars Entertainment, the world’s premier gaming company with more than 80 years of sports betting leadership, Caesars Digital is blazing the trail in digital innovation, customer experience, and industry excellence.

We believe every team member should be treated like royalty because We Are All Caesars. This guiding principle fuels our commitment to delivering legendary service and creating unforgettable experiences for our customers. From cutting-edge digital platforms including Caesars Sportsbook, Caesars Palace Online, Horseshoe Online Casino, and Caesars Racebook, to the continuing expansion of our retail footprint and our William Hill legacy, along with powerhouse partnerships across sports and entertainment, we’re building something extraordinary. Join us and help shape the future of gaming.