Senior Golang Backend Developer (Freelance, Remote) - #7507440

Company Overview

At SPACE44, we've mastered the art of team augmentation to empower tech growth across the US and Europe. Our approach isn't just about scaling; it's about integrating high-caliber experts into existing Software Engineering's operations with the finesse of in-house recruitment and the flexibility of outsourcing.

We stand by our ethos that joy in work breeds innovation, and peak performance comes from nurturing excellence. Stepping into SPACE44 means you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement that values your development as much as our collective success.

Discover a company where your work is impactful, your personal growth is prioritized, and your potential is unleashed. Build the future of workforce with us.

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for a Senior Golang Developer to join the SPACE44 team, focusing on managing data interchange between users and our servers. You will be responsible for crafting and maintaining server-side logic, optimizing database performance, and integrating front-end elements. A successful candidate will possess comprehensive Go experience and expertise in back-end integration. Duties include developing back-end solutions, constructing efficient Go modules, and merging front-end components. If you find satisfaction in developing code from scratch and enhancing others' work, we're eager to meet you..

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality Golang applications.
• Collaborating with teams to analyze problems, engineer software solutions, and optimize system flow and data usage.
• Writing clean, efficient, and scalable Go code.
• Creating and integrating backend components with front-end designs.
• Integrating and securing data storage solutions.
• Conducting tests, managing bugs, and developing automated test scripts.
• Identifying and eliminating performance bottlenecks and bugs.
• Connecting applications with additional web servers and maintaining API functionality.
• Producing and updating technical documentation for system strategies and maintenance.
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments in Golang and related technologies.
• Iterating on applications post-deployment to enhance performance based on feedback.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Golang Developer or a similar role
• Expertise in building scalable server-side applications
• Proficiency in software development lifecycle best practices, including testing and debugging
• Comprehensive knowledge of web development processes (design, development, deployment)
• Experience with Golang frameworks and tools (e.g., Gorilla, GORM)
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS), RESTful APIs, JSON, gRPC, containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Understanding of databases and SQL
• A good understanding of front-end technologies, including HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS3 and front-end frameworks like ReactJS or VueJS
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exemplary communication abilities with at least B2+ English language proficiency
• Comfortable in a distributed and international, English-speaking team
• Previous leadership experience directing a development team or leading projects is an asset
• Experience with diverse software projects is beneficial
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field
  
  

Key Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication
• High analytical acumen
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Self-management capability
• Robust technical prowess
• Proficient in problem-solving and conflict-resolution
• Effective teamwork participation
  
  

Benefits

• A true remote working environment with a non-linear work day in line with productivity and balancing work and personal life
• Part of a strongly scaling business and market
• Working with highly innovative tools and systems of a modern, fully digital business
• High degree of accountability and responsibility
• Ample opportunities for coaching, training and self development incorporated with regular performance reviews
• Working in a most modern SaaS system environment
• A good income with half-yearly reviews