Senior Backend Developer (Scala)

Exeon is a Swiss cybersecurity company based in Zurich, specializing in protecting critical infrastructures, financial institutions, and enterprises through AI-powered analysis of network communication. The company aims to make sophisticated cyberattacks visible, which conventional tools often miss. Exeon values a flexible, remote-first, and collaborative culture, supporting professionals dedicated to solving cybersecurity challenges and driving continuous innovation. The Senior Backend Developer (Scala) will be a core member of the backend guild, collaborating closely with the Exeon DEV team. The main responsibilities include developing new features for the main NDR product, guiding architectural decisions, and improving the existing code base. The role involves both hands-on implementation and defining architectural concepts to ensure the code is maintainable and adaptable. Additionally, the developer will mentor team members and work on the backend code, impacting both the GUI and analytics backend of the NDR tool. To qualify for this role, candidates must have 8+ years of professional experience in software engineering. Strong Scala coding skills and a knack for architectural topics are essential. The ability to write readable, well-structured, and performant code, along with a natural inclination to write code with tests, is crucial. Candidates should be able to understand complex code and break tasks into manageable pieces. Fluency in English is required. Nice-to-have skills include being proactive, self-motivated, and enthusiastic, with a passion for cybersecurity and a fast-growing scale-up culture. The role offers a value-driven culture, continuous personal growth, an international team, and a remote-first work environment with hybrid options. The company also provides family-friendly options and regular team events and workshops. What the role asks for: - 8+ years of professional experience in software engineering - Strong Scala coding skills - Fluency in English