Job Description
As a Lead Golang Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and maintenance of high-performance, scalable backend systems. You will lead a team of engineers to design, implement, and optimize software solutions using Go programming language, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical best practices. This position requires a strong technical background, hands-on coding experience, and the ability to mentor junior developers to enhance their skills and contribute effectively to project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and develop robust backend systems using Go, with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Lead cross-functional teams in delivering software solutions that meet functional and non-functional requirements.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems to support business growth and innovation.
- Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and roadmap for new features.
- Ensure code quality through rigorous testing, debugging, and code reviews, while promoting clean code practices.
- Oversee the integration of third-party services and tools, such as databases, cloud platforms, and monitoring systems.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation of CI/CD pipelines and optimization of deployment processes.
- Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting complex issues and resolving system bottlenecks.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency.
- Document system architecture, design decisions, and technical processes to ensure knowledge sharing and team alignment.
Job Requirements
- Proven experience as a senior software engineer with a minimum of 8 years in full-stack development, specifically with Go (Golang) as the primary language.
- Strong understanding of software design principles, including SOLID, DRY, and clean architecture, with a focus on building maintainable and scalable systems.
- Expertise in developing and deploying cloud-native applications using platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, with experience in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration tools.
- Proficiency in working with databases (SQL/NoSQL) and data modeling techniques, including schema design and query optimization.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative workflows, such as GitFlow or Trunk-Based Development.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible), and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana).
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex systems and identify root causes of issues.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and clients, while presenting technical solutions to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver results within deadlines.
- Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and iterative development processes to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with distributed systems, message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ), and real-time data processing frameworks.
- Knowledge of open-source contributions and community engagement, with a track record of sharing code or participating in Go-related projects.
- Proficiency in working with modern web frameworks (e.g., Gin, Echo) and RESTful API design standards.
- Experience with security best practices, including authentication (OAuth2, JWT), authorization, and data encryption techniques.
- Strong understanding of system performance optimization, including profiling, caching, and load balancing strategies.
- Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth within the team.
- Experience with microservices architecture and service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd).
- Knowledge of container orchestration platforms and serverless computing models (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).
- Experience with cloud cost optimization and resource management strategies.
- Ability to lead technical decision-making processes and advocate for architectural best practices.
Company Overview
Our company is a fast-growing tech startup that specializes in building innovative software solutions for enterprise clients. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where engineers can thrive and contribute to impactful projects. As a Lead Golang Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, shape the future of our product roadmap, and collaborate with a talented team of developers, designers, and product experts. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a clear path for career advancement, ensuring that our engineers can grow both professionally and personally within the organization.
