Senior Golang Backend Developer (Docker & SQL/NoSQL)

About the Position

We're seeking an experienced Golang Backend Developer to join our innovative team on a remote basis (Remote / Worldwide). In this role, you'll develop and maintain scalable backend systems using Golang, implement containerization with Docker, and work with both SQL and NoSQL databases. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in backend development with specialized expertise in Go programming language and modern cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable backend services using Golang.
• Architect and implement microservices using Go's powerful concurrency features.
• Create and optimize RESTful APIs for frontend and third-party integrations.
• Containerize applications using Docker and implement efficient deployment strategies.
• Design and manage SQL and NoSQL database schemas and optimize query performance.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement comprehensive automated testing, including unit and integration tests.
• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines for continuous deployment.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and debug production issues in a timely manner.
• Document code, APIs, and technical specifications for knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in Go development.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on development experience with Golang (Go 1.22+).
• 4+ years of overall backend development experience in any language.
• Proficient knowledge of Docker containerization and related workflows.
• Strong experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and query optimization.
• Practical knowledge of NoSQL solutions (MongoDB, Redis, etc.) for appropriate use cases.
• Excellent understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub/GitLab workflows.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following Go idioms.
• Good communication skills for effective collaboration in a remote team environment.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently when needed.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Azure cloud platform and services (AKS, App Service, Azure Functions).
• Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and management.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
• Understanding of microservices architecture patterns and distributed systems.
• Experience with message queuing systems like RabbitMQ, Kafka, or NATS.
• Contributions to open-source Go projects or personal projects on GitHub.
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code using Terraform, Pulumi, or ARM templates.
• Experience with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack.
• Understanding of security best practices for backend systems and APIs.
• Experience with GraphQL as an alternative to REST APIs.

We Offer

• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the world.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative team environment.

About the Company

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