<p><strong>Our first Scala meet-up of 2023, in collaboration with HiBob, exceeded our expectations with 110 attendees showing up!</strong><br><br><br></p>
<p>1st Speaker: <strong>Igal Tabachnik</strong> - Founding Engineer &amp; Tech Lead @ Unit</p>
<p><strong>"The Business of Scala"</strong></p>
<p>In this talk, Igal will be discussing &ldquo;The Business of Scala&rdquo; where he will share the real-life problems Scala solves why you should use it in 2023 and how to sell it to stakeholders outside of engineering</p>
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<p>2nd speaker: <strong>Matan Keidar</strong> - Senior Software Engineer at Wix.com</p>
<p><strong>"Discover the world of Scala type classes"</strong></p>
<p>In this talk, we will discover the potential to enhance code abstraction and reuse. Type classes, a cornerstone of Scala's expressive power, enable adaptable and reusable code by separating interfaces from implementations. We'll explore real-world examples that showcase how type classes simplify complex tasks and promote elegant solutions, all while providing insights into implicit resolution and best practices. By the end of the talk, you'll be equipped to leverage type classes for writing more modular and maintainable code in your Scala projects.</p>
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<p>3rd speaker: <strong>Boris Kushnir</strong> - Backend Engineer at HiBob</p>

Middle-East Scala Matters Meet-up x HiBob

<p><strong>Our Berlin Scala Matters meet-up, in collaboration with MOIA, welcomed around 80 attendees!&nbsp;</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>1. William Binzi, Software Engineer at MOIA</p>
<p><strong>"Can Scala replace my pedalboard?"</strong></p>
<p>As a guitarist, I try to carry around as little equipment as possible. Recent innovations in guitar technology have meant that I can get away without an amplifier these days, but there are still a small number of effects I cannot live without. And whilst my heavily curated pedalboard is very easy to transport, it&rsquo;s still bigger than my laptop and it doesn&rsquo;t use a single typeclass. Let&rsquo;s see how much of it we can implement in Scala.</p>
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<p>2.<em>Maciej Gorywoda,</em> Scala Developer at JetBrains</p>
<p><strong>"The State of the IntelliJ Scala Plugin 2023"</strong></p>
<p>This talk provides an overview of IntelliJ Scala Plugin&rsquo;s features, especially those that we&rsquo;ve worked on over the last few years, our road to Scala 3 support, and some of the latest developments in IntelliJ IDEA. We&rsquo;ll discuss how best to use these features and how they can improve your productivity without being too much of a mental burden.</p>
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<p>3. <em>Matthew de Detrich</em>, Open source Developer at Aiven</p>
<p><strong>"Pekko: Hard Solutions to the issues of hard-forking"</strong></p>
<p>In 2022, Akka, a prominent Scala/Java framework for distributed programming, transitioned from an open-source Apache 2.0 License to a commercial "source available" BSL license. This shift reflects a growing trend in the open-source field, where companies initially leverage an open-source community only to limit access later. The talk delves into Akka's 13-year open-source history and its pivot, highlighting clashes between different open-source communities' governance styles. The narrative covers the emergence of Pekko, its current state, and the role of the Apache Incubator in this transformative journey.</p>
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Berlin Scala Matters Meet-up x MOIA

<p><strong>We collaborated with Rewe Digital to bring Scala Matters meet-up to Cologne, Germany.</strong><br><br></p>
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<p><strong>1. Nabil Abdel-Hafeez from REWE Digital</strong></p>
<p>Throughout Scala's evolution, we've witnessed the emergence of numerous libraries and frameworks designed to facilitate the rapid development of scalable HTTP servers. Today, while options still abound, the landscape has coalesced around four primary libraries: Akka / Pekko, http4s, Play, and ZIO HTTP.</p>
<p>In this presentation, Nabil Abdel-Hafeez provides an overview of HTTP server construction in Scala, covering routes, concurrency, resource handling, request/response interception, modularity, and complexity.</p>
<p><strong>2. Ariane Horbach from DHL</strong></p>
<p>The talk covers "Programming Data Ingestion Jobs using Scala," including key features and practical Scala examples, with insights into packaging and deploying to Databricks.</p>

Cologne Scala Matters Meet-up x REWE Digital

<p><strong>Our first Rust Matters meet-up of 2024, in collaboration with Keyrock, took place in London, and it exceeded our expectations with around 120 people turning up!&nbsp;</strong><br><br><br></p>
<p>1. <strong>Alex Butler</strong><strong>, Lead Developer at Keyrock </strong>on &ldquo;High performance &amp; scalable latency metric publishing&rdquo;</p>
<p>​At Keyrock we run hundreds of services receiving, processing and emitting a high and volatile volume of trading signals from all around the world. We'll look at how we record the latency of our services at this scale with minimal overhead &amp; cost.<br><br>Keyrock is a global leader in Market making, OTC and Option trading for digital assets. Providing liquidity to markets since 2017, their 170-strong team is spread across the world. Keyrock&rsquo;s commitment to the industry is practical, not theoretical. From supporting Web3 startups through an Accelerator program to injecting capital into promising DeFi protocols. With Keyrock, the future of digital assets is not just envisioned; it's actively being built.&nbsp;<br><br>- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - <br><br>2. <strong>Maxwell Flitton</strong><strong>, Senior Software Engineer at SurrealDB </strong>on &ldquo;Rust for Web and Nanoservices&rdquo;</p>
<p>​As Rust matures so do the options for Rust and web programming. Some people argue that Rust is not the language for web programming. However, Maxwell Flitton believes that it is the future of web programming. This author of the 1st, 2nd, and upcoming 3rd edition of the Packt book Rust and Web Programming is going to cover key concepts that enable you to write productive flexible code that scales. These concepts will empower you to unit test your endpoints, mock your database connections, swap out databases and web frameworks with just a few lines of code, embed Rust into Redis caches, compile all servers into one monolith, or burst out your system into microservices just by changing the command, embed JavaScript frontend applications into the Rust binary with the server for the Rust server to serve, and build distroless Docker builds that are so stripped down they don&rsquo;t have a terminal. You can now embed Rust code into NGINX, Redis, Postgres, and core libraries like TLS have been rewritten in Rust. It&rsquo;s no mistake that Maxwell Flitton works for SurrealDB, a database written in Rust that can run in the browser, distributed, on a server, or embedded. Maxwell believes that Rust is going to do to the web, what C did to hardware.<br><br><strong>More About This Speaker: </strong><br>Maxwell Flitton is a software engineer at SurrealDB. He is also a visiting research associate, at the School of Biomedical Engineering and Imaging Science at Kings College London. Here Maxwell is leading the Rust software development for medical devices and surgical robotics.</p>
<p>​SurrealDB is a versatile, multi-model database designed for modern and traditional applications. It supports cloud, on-premise, embedded, and edge deployments, offering scalability and consistent data management without requiring multiple database platforms. Its focus on developer experience makes it ideal for a wide range of use cases.</p>
<p>- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -&nbsp;<br><br>3. <strong>Maciej Żyszkiewicz</strong><strong>, Software Engineer at Parity</strong> on Move your docs closer to the code with Rust Docs and Docify</p>
<p>​Polkadot is a rapidly evolving open source blockchain protocol that depends on the coordination of various and often unaffiliated developers, node operators, wallet creators, and other contributors. For these actors to seamlessly interact, they need clear, unified documentation as a source of truth. At Parity, where we develop one of the main exemplary implementations of Polkadot, we&rsquo;ve aimed to move our documentation directly into the Rust codebase using Rust Docs to keep it in actual parity with the code. A core part of this approach is the Docify crate, which dynamically embeds and runs code examples and tests within the documentation itself, ensuring everything stays accurate and up-to-date. In this talk, I&rsquo;ll demonstrate how this method leveraging Docify simplifies maintenance and keeps the entire ecosystem synchronized.</p>
<p>​Parity Technologies is dedicated to enabling businesses and organizations to harness the potential of blockchain technology and seize the new opportunities it offers. They develop advanced software solutions for enterprises and industries to unlock the full value of decentralized technology. Parity believes decentralized technology has the power to fundamentally transform and enhance the systems that businesses, consumers, and governments rely on daily.</p>

London Rust Matters Meet-up x Keyrock

<p><strong>Our Amsterdam Scala Matters meet-up, in collaboration with Adevinta, welcomed around 120 attendees!&nbsp;</strong></p>
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<p>Talk 1 - Dario Amorosi, Big Data Engineer @ Adevinta</p>
<p><strong>Optimizing Data Transfer Kafka to BQ: let's use Scala to make it custom.</strong></p>
<p>I will explore how our team developed a custom solution to handle the escalating data and cost challenges faced by traditional cloud services in our data pipeline. Originally utilizing Dataflow for moving 2 billions of events daily from Kafka to BigQuery, the growing costs prompted a shift to a more sustainable model. I will detail our transition to a two-part custom application that stages data in GCP Cloud Storage before loading it into BigQuery, highlighting how Scala's features and the ZIO ecosystem significantly contributed to the performance and reliability of this application.</p>
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<p>Talk 2 - Stephanie Cattoir &amp; Leon Weemen - Sr. Software Engineers @ Bynder</p>
<p><strong>Breaking the Spaghetti Monster: a use case with Event Sourcing and Akka.</strong></p>
<p>This talk will be about a real use case of how we extracted a complex functionality from a legacy monolith: We'll explore how we designed the new event-sourced system to coexist with the legacy, review the challenges and strategies we used to manage data flow, ensuring continuous availability for customers and stakeholders throughout the process.</p>

Amsterdam Scala Matters Meet-up x Adevinta

<p><strong>Our final Scala meet-up of 2023, in collaboration with SWAN, took place in Paris, France, and it exceeded our expectations with around 100 attendees.</strong><br><br><br></p>
<p>Talk 1 - Antoine Querios, Software Engineer @ Swan</p>
<p><em><strong>Diving into Functional Programming: A Functional Approach</strong></em></p>
<p>Functional programming has an image as complex and esoteric, but it can in fact be made accessible and enjoyable, even for those just starting out. Learn how Swan has had success initiating newcomers to a functional tech stack, and get practical tips for breaking down its complexities into an accessible format for your own teams.</p>
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<p>Talk 2 - <em><strong>Valentin Bergeron</strong></em>, Senior Team Lead &amp; <em><strong>Raphael Lematire</strong></em>, Senior Staff Engineer @ Ledger</p>
<p><em><strong>Armored type safety with Iron</strong></em><br>In this talk, we will show you how to use constraints on types with the iron library, from the API to the DB, while not sacrificing any performance or developer experience.</p>
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<p>Talk 3 - <em><strong>Adam Warski</strong></em>, CTO @ SoftwareMill</p>
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<p><strong>Our New York Scala Matters meet-up, in collaboration with SiriusXM, welcomed around 60 attendees!&nbsp;</strong></p>
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<p>Talk 1 - Ben Manning and Luka Jacobowitz, VP, Services Engineering @ SiriusXM</p>
<p>Ben Manning is the Vice President of Platform Services. Platform Services is an organization of around 250 engineers who build, own, and operate high performant, highly available services that power SiriusXM and Pandora.</p>
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<p>Talk 2 - Reid Spencer, VP of Technology @ Improving</p>
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<p>We organise and host meet-ups with companies that bring together professionals, fostering networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities. These events create a platform for collaboration, where like-minded individuals and companies can connect and grow together.</p>

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<p>The stats demonstrate our impressive growth and collaboration with companies since our founding in 2021.</p>

<p>Our thorough candidate screening process ensures that we present only the best-fit talent for your needs, streamlining your hiring process without compromising on quality.</p>

<p>By carefully matching candidates with the right roles and fostering strong relationships, we ensure that both clients and candidates thrive together for the long term.</p>

<p>We've adopted other recruiting methods by building communities both online and offline. Our broad network is further strengthened through sponsoring conferences, hosting meetups globally, and leveraging referrals, allowing us to reach diverse talent that may not engage with traditional platforms.</p>

<p>We provide relocation packages to make the process of moving for a new role as seamless and stress-free as possible. By supporting candidates with the resources they need to settle into a new location, we help them focus on their career growth while ensuring our clients gain access to top talent from across the globe. It&rsquo;s our way of fostering successful, long-term matches that benefit both candidates and employers.</p>

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<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">17%</span> of our placements do not have or use a LinkedIn account</h3>

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<p>From startups to global giants, our clients trust us for our tech expertise, industry insights, and personal touch. We&rsquo;re all about building long-term relationships by getting results and staying in tune with each client&rsquo;s evolving needs.</p>

<p>Our team brings a wealth of experience across various industries, catering to different needs and levels. We leverage our expertise to navigate diverse challenges and deliver impactful solutions.</p>

<p>Our extensive global network, combined with deep local market knowledge, allows us to source top talent from diverse regions while understanding local hiring dynamics. This blend of global reach and local expertise ensures that we deliver the best candidates for your needs.</p>

<p>We are more than just <u>recruiters</u></p>

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<p>Host a Scala, Rust, AI, or Product event with us and draw hundreds of professionals to your office. Your logo will be highlighted in our promotions, and you&rsquo;ll get a speaker slot to showcase your latest project&mdash;an ideal way to spark interest in joining your company and to position your brand at the center of the community as a tech house!</p>

<p style="text-align: left;">We are committed to supporting the Software, Data &amp; AI communities by creating and organising in-person meetups, round tables, and online hubs. We aim to build meaningful relationships and create spaces for knowledge-sharing -&nbsp; making a positive impact and contributing to a vibrant, thriving environment for everyone.</p>

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<p>Looking to find your next career opportunity or hire top talent? We're here to help! Whether you're seeking advice, have questions about our recruitment services, or want to discuss job openings, our team is ready to assist you.</p>

<p>We understand the value of community, which is why we've created a space where you can discover events organised by us as well as conferences, meetups, and networking opportunities hosted by others in your industry. Stay connected, exchange ideas, and grow alongside like-minded professionals.</p>

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<p>We&rsquo;re committed to going the extra mile for our partners&mdash;literally.</p><p>&nbsp;Whether it means traveling 19 hours to meet in person or leveraging our global network and deep local market knowledge, we ensure we understand both the unique hiring needs and the local dynamics. This personal approach helps us connect clients with the best talent, no matter where they are.</p>

<p>We are a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to the Software, Data &amp; AI - with expertise in Scala, Rust, and Machine Learning. Our mission is to connect exceptional talent with innovative companies while nurturing the thriving communities we operate in. Through events, meetups, and our online platforms, we bring together developers to share knowledge, collaborate, and drive growth - empowering the ecosystems built around these technologies.</p>

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<p>We offer incentive trips, international client visits, and attend numerous conferences worldwide. So far, we&rsquo;ve explored 17 cities&mdash;some of them more than once!</p>

<p>Our office is located in Dubai Hills, where we've acquired and renovated a spacious 2,500 sq ft space. But no matter where you are in the world, we&rsquo;re ready to bring our team together! If you&rsquo;re considering making a big life change, check out our relocation guide&mdash;and get ready for an exciting journey.</p>

<p><strong>This is your chance to be part of an exciting journey and play a significant role in building something special. If you&rsquo;re ambitious, eager to grow, ready to listen and trust the process, and excited to take your recruitment career to the next level, let&rsquo;s talk!</strong></p>

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<p style="text-align: left;">Our people are everything. UMATR was built with the purpose of creating a platform we always desired ourselves, which is exactly where our name comes from - 'You Matter.' We are committed to providing you the tools, the platform, and support system required to achieve your goals. How far you want to go is up to you.</p>

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<h3>With big plans for the future, we&rsquo;re here to help you unlock your full potential, push the limits, and achieve the goals that others might not believe are possible.&nbsp;</h3>

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<p>We collaborate with companies to facilitate the hosting of over 100 Rust engineers at their offices, enabling discussions and providing insights into their workplace culture.</p>

<p>We are a dedicated Rust recruitment agency passionate about building and fostering a vibrant Rust community.</p>
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<p>Our goal is to strive for excellence in everything we do. We are committed to setting high standards and continuously improving our services to ensure that we achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients and candidates.</p>

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<h1><strong>Every Number Tells a Story</strong></h1>

<h3>We excel in <span style="text-decoration: underline;">connecting</span> exceptional talent with forward-thinking companies, while actively <span style="text-decoration: underline;">nurturing</span> an engaged community.</h3>

<h3>We have set out to do things <u>differently</u></h3>

<h3>Need to hire fast in a niche <u>community?</u></h3>

<h3>Have some serious plans to scale and need <span style="text-decoration: underline;">some</span> <u>support</u> with the heavy lifting?</h3>

<h3>Have some serious plans to scale and need some <u>support</u> with the heavy lifting?</h3>

<p>We combine award-winning recruitment expertise with a community-driven approach, connecting top talent across the Software, Data &amp; AI sectors to innovative companies globally. We&rsquo;ve become a trusted recruitment partner across Europe, the USA, and the MENA region.</p>

<p>We're more than tech recruiters - we go beyond traditional hiring by building lasting relationships, delivering tailored solutions, and driving the growth of individuals, businesses, and Software, Data &amp; AI community.</p>

<p>what makes us different</p>

Nathan Davis

Zach Stevens

Cameron Rogerson

Husnan Kazmi

Aimee Ramsay

Scala Engineer

Jack Wilson

<p>Since joining UMATR I&rsquo;ve had the pleasure of speaking with many incredible candidates and collaborating with some fantastic clients across Dubai, AbuDhabi and Saudi. With over five years of experience in the tech industry and a passion for all things AI, ML and Software, I stay on top of the latest trends by attending industry events and diving deep into research. My goal? To help you find the perfect talent that matches your tech needs! 👩🏼&zwj;💻<br><br>I&rsquo;m all about building long-lasting relationships and take a friendly, people-first approach to recruiting. This means smoother hiring processes, quicker placements, and less turnover for you. Plus, I&rsquo;m always up for a coffee to chat about opportunities!☕️☕️☕️<br><br>How can I help?<br>🤝🏼A fully managed process that enhances the candidate experience, boosts offer acceptance, and reduces dropouts.<br>🧠Offer valuable insights to help you easily navigate the talent market.<br>🌍Access to an extensive network that includes top-tier, passive candidates.<br>🔐Expert headhunting to secure highly skilled candidates, avoiding direct competition.<br>💰Salary guidance to help you manage budgets and reduce attrition for new hires.<br><br>✉️ hannah@umatr.io</p>

Hannah Lowe

<p class="" data-start="210" data-end="376"><strong data-start="210" data-end="376">Hi! I'm Adam, a Consultant at UMATR specializing in Data &amp; AI recruitment across Europe, with a strong focus on Python talent in Switzerland, Germany, and France.</strong></p>
<p class="" data-start="378" data-end="708">Over the past three years, I&rsquo;ve worked closely with global organizations to support large-scale tech transformations&mdash;bridging the gap between ambitious businesses and the skilled engineers they need. My mission is to innovate talent acquisition by applying data-driven insights and AI-powered strategies that deliver real results.</p>
<p class="" data-start="710" data-end="1018">At UMATR, I&rsquo;m proud to help some of Europe&rsquo;s most forward-thinking companies find and hire top-tier Python developers and AI professionals.&nbsp;</p>
<p class="" data-start="710" data-end="1018">Let's talk!</p>

Adam Howe

<p>Hey, I&rsquo;m Patrycja (or Pat)👋🏼<br><br>I'm the Marketing Manager at the UMATR Group👩🏼&zwj;💼✨<br><br>As soon as I&rsquo;ve learnt about the company&rsquo;s values, I knew this place was for me, and a company I&rsquo;d happily market to the public.<br><br>I finished my master&rsquo;s in Management, which introduced me to marketing. Without a second thought, I knew marketing was something I want to pursue in life. It allows me to express my creativity, as well as stay connected with people. The relationship between the company and clients is greatly important to nurture, and that&rsquo;s where I step in! 😇<br><br>I also lead and market a community called Scala Matters and Rust Matters!<br><br>💌To get in touch, please email Patrycja@umatr.io</p>

Patrycja Kaczor

<p class="" data-start="180" data-end="203"><strong data-start="180" data-end="203">Hey, Ryan here 👋🏼</strong></p>
<p class="" data-start="205" data-end="396">I&rsquo;m a Recruitment Consultant with 3+ years of experience, partnering with forward-thinking companies across the UAE to build high-impact teams in the <strong data-start="355" data-end="389">AI, Machine Learning, and Data</strong> space.</p>
<p class="" data-start="398" data-end="685">I support CTOs and hiring managers in scaling their engineering functions - specializing in hiring top-tier:<br data-start="504" data-end="507">&bull; AI Engineers<br data-start="521" data-end="524">&bull; ML Engineers<br data-start="538" data-end="541">&bull; Data Scientists<br data-start="558" data-end="561">&bull; MLOps &amp; DevOps Engineers<br data-start="587" data-end="590">&bull; Backend Developers (Python, Java, Node.js, .NET, Golang)<br data-start="648" data-end="651">&bull; React &amp; React Native Engineers</p>
<p class="" data-start="687" data-end="938">Based in Dubai, I work closely with tech leaders across the region to refine hiring processes, raise employer brand visibility, and introduce <strong data-start="829" data-end="864">elite AI/ML and Software talent</strong> to ambitious companies whether they're startups or enterprise innovators.</p>
<p class="" data-start="940" data-end="1101">For me, <strong data-start="948" data-end="973">quality over quantity</strong> is non-negotiable. The goal? Save you time, reduce hiring friction, and connect you with the right people&mdash;not just more people.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1103" data-end="1189">Big fan of strong flat whites, good football, and of course, padel 🎾&nbsp;</p>
<p class="" data-start="1103" data-end="1189">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="" data-start="1103" data-end="1189">Let's chat!</p>
<p class="" data-start="1103" data-end="1189">Ryan@umatr.io</p>

Ryan Kavanagh

<p>Hey, I'm Mitchell, I founded UMATR at the start of 2021 after spending three years collaborating with some of the coolest tech companies across the globe.&nbsp;<br>​<br>My driving factors behind UMATR are simple: to provide a growing market with a true specialist focusing on Cloud Computing. Ensure that both clients and engineers are listened to, and provided with a bespoke service. Last but not least, absolutely ensure that the UMATR team are valued and fulfilled. 👫🚀<br><br>Why? Because your hiring needs matter. Your career matters. Your goals &amp; dreams matter, and most of all - You Matter. 💙<br>​<br>I started my recruitment career helping contract engineers within Europe, and then shifted my focus to working with full-time engineers across the United States. This has provided me with an in-depth knowledge of different markets and tech communities. My efforts in the recruitment sector have led to recognition from two reputable groups. The RDLC awarded me with the 'Rookie of the Year&rsquo;, and the Recruitment Awards Shortlisted me within the Top 4 &lsquo;Most Inspiring Recruiters&rsquo; within the industry. 🏆💫<br>​<br>I love to travel and see the world. That is my passion and one of the reasons I love recruitment. I get to work with so many different people across the globe, and I get to visit my clients around the world. I have personally lived in Los Angeles &amp; Dubai which have been some of my best experiences of my life so far. But London is my home and, in my opinion, the greatest city in the world. 🌎🏌️&zwj;♂️</p>

Mitchell Franklin

<p>Hi I&rsquo;m Jack 👋🏻<br><br>I am Division Manager at UMATR &amp; am leading the growth of our Data &amp; AI division! <br><br>I have been involved in the Scala Community since 2016. I had the pleasure of sponsoring the London Scala User Group &amp; Scala eXchange for multiple years where I met hundreds of talented engineers &amp; lots of awesome companies, many of which I still speak to today 🙌🏻<br><br>I have spent the past 4 years of my career working in tech consulting. In that time I have helped business&rsquo; solve complex challenges and deliver tangible outcomes by building high performing, cross functional teams with innovative, flexible, outcome focussed delivery models 🎯🏄🏽&zwj;♂️<br><br>I am looking forward to combining my 7 years of experience to offer innovative contract/freelance solutions to the Scala Community 💪🏼<br><br>If you are looking for a new gig yourself.. or are looking for flexible options to augment your current engineering teams, then please get in touch as I would love to tell you how myself &amp; UMATR can help. 👇🏼&nbsp;</p>

Jack Calvin

<p>Hey I&rsquo;m Jai, 👋🏼<br><br>I am the Delivery Manager at UMATR, and one of the founding team members. 🦈</p>
<p class="" data-start="221" data-end="599">Over the past 9 years, I&rsquo;ve worked with some of the most exciting and influential brands in their respective spaces. From Dubai to London, I&rsquo;ve always had a passion for connecting people - whether that was finding someone a new home early in my career, or more recently, helping Software Engineers land their dream roles at some of the world&rsquo;s most innovative tech companies. 🏠🌵</p>
<p class="" data-start="601" data-end="1084">My recruitment journey began by supporting freelance and contract engineers across Europe, and I now use that experience to help clients across Europe and the U.S. hire the top 1% of talent. I have a particular focus on <strong data-start="821" data-end="839">Rust Engineers</strong> across Europe, working closely with specialists in this growing ecosystem to match them with cutting-edge opportunities. With a people-first approach, I ensure every search is shaped around the unique goals and needs of each engineer. 🎯🏄🏻&zwj;♂&zwj;</p>
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Middle-East Scala Matters Meet-up x HiBob

Thursday, 17 August 2023 at 18:00

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