Golang Engineer at Sparkle

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of background systems based on detailed product specifications, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility
• Architect and implement database solutions using relational and/or NoSQL technologies, optimizing for performance, scalability, and data integrity
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including system architecture diagrams, API specifications, and implementation guides for all backend components
• Develop and test software interfaces using RESTful API protocols, ensuring compatibility with frontend systems and third-party services
• Conduct unit testing for all developed modules, identifying and resolving technical issues to meet quality assurance standards
• Oversee the deployment of backend systems using CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth integration with cloud infrastructure and monitoring system performance post-deployment
• Provide ongoing maintenance and support for existing backend systems, implementing updates and improvements to enhance functionality and security
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, QA engineers, and DevOps specialists to ensure cohesive system development
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve system architecture and implementation methodologies
• Document system changes and updates in a clear, organized manner to ensure knowledge transfer and maintain system documentation standards

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in backend system development with a strong understanding of software design principles and architecture patterns
• Expertise in database design and management, including proficiency in SQL and NoSQL technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Oracle
• Excellent documentation skills with ability to create clear technical specifications, API documentation, and system architecture diagrams
• Strong programming abilities in languages like Java, Python, or Node.js, with experience in developing scalable and secure backend applications
• Proficiency in RESTful API development, including understanding of HTTP methods, authentication protocols, and API versioning strategies
• Experience with unit testing frameworks such as JUnit, pytest, or Mocha, with ability to write test cases and debug technical issues
• Knowledge of deployment processes including containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Ability to maintain and optimize existing backend systems, including performance tuning, security patching, and system monitoring
• Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate effectively with developers, stakeholders, and technical teams
• Strong problem-solving abilities with capacity to analyze complex technical challenges and implement effective solutions
• Experience with version control systems like Git, with ability to manage code repositories and collaborate on development workflows
• Understanding of system integration concepts, including API gateways, microservices architecture, and service-oriented design patterns
• Ability to document system changes and updates in a clear, organized manner to ensure knowledge transfer and maintain documentation standards
• Proficiency in using development tools such as Postman for API testing, Jira for task management, and Docker for containerization
• Experience with system monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or New Relic to ensure system reliability and performance
• Knowledge of security best practices including data encryption, authentication mechanisms, and secure coding standards
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality systems
• Strong attention to detail with capacity to ensure code quality, documentation accuracy, and system reliability
• Experience with system scalability strategies including horizontal scaling, load balancing, and distributed architecture design