GoLang Developer
Essential Functions
Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Go (Golang)
Build scalable, resilient, and high-performance distributed systems capable of handling complex workloads across multiple environments
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and promotes long-term sustainability
Collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Optimize applications for maximum speed, reliability, and resource efficiency through performance tuning and system profiling
Participate in code reviews to uphold quality standards, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvement in development practices
Develop comprehensive unit and integration tests and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines to ensure rapid, reliable deployments
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement preventive measures to maintain system stability
Deploy and manage services in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) using containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Document technical specifications, system architecture, and service behaviors to ensure clarity, maintainability, and knowledge sharing
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, or commensurate work experience required
5 years of software engineering/development experience required
Financial industry experience preferred
Strong proficiency in Go (Golang) and its standard libraries
Solid understanding of concurrency patterns (goroutines, channels, worker pools)
Experience with distributed systems, microservices, or event‑driven architectures
Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases
Knowledge of CI/CD tools and version control (Git)
Experience developing in the Azure environment is preferred
A working knowledge of object-oriented and service-oriented application development techniques
Experience with most stages of the System Development Life Cycle including, but not limited to design, development, analysis, testing, implementation and documentation
Attention to detail and accuracy required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Proficient in the utilization of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to thrive in a fast paced work environment
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, visualize, talk, hear, and handle or touch objects or controls. The employee may occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
This position is an office-based position where you must be able to sit for long periods of time. The employee will be working on a computer 90% of the time.
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