Scala Developer
We are Vandebron
Vandebron is the challenger within the Dutch energy market and is there to ensure radical transparency. At Vandebron you choose from whom you buy energy and where your money goes. We are pioneers, because at Vandebron we develop smart energy applications such as 100% green and smart charging. As an innovative Tech Scale-up, we strive to make the energy market even more sustainable. Our mission is crystal clear: 100% sustainable energy in the Netherlands as quickly as possible.
This is where you’ll end up
Your main focus will be on developing, improving and maintaining our technological landscape. You will help us build and maintain a large set of microservices, as well as our consumer-facing apps. All Vandebron developers have a full stack mindset, so we would value willingness to expand your knowledge and jump into (new) technologies in addition to the ones you are already familiar with. For this specific position we value proven expertise in building UIs (with React and preferably TypeScript) and microservices in Scala. Any other proven experience in functional programming (e.g. Kotlin, Clojure, Java 8+) or frontend libraries (e.g. Angular, Vue) is a plus. You will be surrounded by a diverse team that strives to push each other forward, and you will become an integral part of this by also sharing your own knowledge and expertise. In addition you will also work closely with our designers, product owners and stakeholders to help shape the future of Vandebron.
What are you going to do?
Writing code to implement features and improve the (web/mobile) apps and microservices that serve our customers
Reviewing code from other software engineers within your own Scrum team and throughout the Digital team
Discussing and collaboratively solving software engineering and product problems with other software engineers, designers and stakeholders
Actively sharing knowledge with other software engineers across the company in our "Guilds" structure
Mentoring and coaching other engineers within the Digital team
Working, with the help from your manager and other members of your team, to actively grow your own career
This is how you make a difference
You have proven experience in building backend (micro)services, Scala is a must
You have solid experience in functional programming
Bonus points if you have experience in building web applications (React experience strongly preferred)
Bonus points if you have experience building mobile applications (preferably React Native)
You are a quick learner who values personal development by keeping up-to-date by reading books, tutorials, blogs and joining meetups
You are a passionate developer and you motivate the developers around you (by sharing your knowledge and your enthusiasm)
You are familiar with software testing methodologies and frameworks
You are familiar with Docker
You are motivated for the mission of Vandebron
What do we offer?
To work towards our mission with a good dose of energy, we offer you 30 paid days off per year.
Fuel your brain with an yearly €850 learning budget to grow personally and professionally.
Dive into new skills with access to Learning & Development workshops and programs.
Plan for the future with our solid pension scheme.
Stay connected hassle-free with a monthly €50 net reimbursement for your phone and wifi.
Set up your home-office with a one-time €200 net allowance.
Split your time between our carbon-neutral Amsterdam office at the city's heart and your home, finding the perfect balance for you.
Enjoy daily organic lunches prepared by our in-house cooks.
For those living 10km or more from the office, hop on board with an NS business card for smooth commuting.
Ready to spread your wings? We've got your back with a €1500 relocation package.
Immerse yourself in the local culture by exploring Dutch language courses.
