Our client is a product design and development agency that partners with entrepreneurs, startups, and organizations to turn ideas into impactful digital platforms. With over a decade of experience, they’ve launched hundreds of products that empower their clients to scale and succeed. Their global, cross-functional team delivers innovative, efficient, and strategic solutions—eliminating the need for large in-house tech teams.
They are now looking for a Senior Go Engineer to join their growing engineering team and contribute to the development of scalable web platforms and digital applications.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable systems using Go.
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Build and optimize RESTful APIs and server-side application logic.
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Ensure high code quality through best practices, testing, and code reviews.
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Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and designers to implement new features and deliver high-performing products.
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Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production environments.
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Participate in architectural planning and system design discussions.
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Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers.
Required Qualifications:
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5+ years of experience with Go in production environments.
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Strong understanding of Go’s type system, interfaces, concurrency model, and generics.
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Solid experience with REST API development and PostgreSQL.
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Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or similar).
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Proficiency with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
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Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
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Comfortable working in distributed, remote-first teams.
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Degree in Computer Science or related field—or equivalent hands-on experience in system architecture, Linux, and networking.
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English level: B2 (Upper-Intermediate) or higher — required for communication with the global team.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience integrating third-party services (e.g., Stripe, Twilio, SendGrid).
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Familiarity with frontend technologies (TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3).
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Experience with GraphQL, OpenAPI, or gRPC.
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Knowledge of PostgreSQL-compatible ORMs for Go.
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Familiarity with Redis or Memcached for caching.
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Expertise in debugging race conditions and optimizing parallel processing in Go.
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Experience mentoring developers or leading small teams.
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Previous work in a development studio or agency environment.
Who You Are
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A self-starter who is genuinely interested in new technology and its impact.
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A clear and effective communicator who can bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams.
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Someone who enjoys creating and maintaining product documentation, including product requirements, diagrams, acceptance criteria, and KPIs.
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A professional who can efficiently manage tasks and balance competing demands.
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Capable of managing multiple projects concurrently.
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Experienced in working with a remote multi-timezone development team.
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Detail-oriented with a knack for organizing complex ideas into actionable documentation.
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Proactive, resourceful, and eager to dive deep into understanding client needs and project goals.
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A collaborative team player who enjoys working with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
Perks and Benefits
- 100% Remote
- Competitive salaries based on your location
- Unlimited paid vacation
- $500 home office stipend
- An awesome team dedicated to your growth
Hiring process
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30-minute prescreen with recruiter
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30-45 minute initial interview
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Short exercise
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60-minute exercise review (panel)
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Leadership interview(s)
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Decision
Remote Work Requirements: The workday must overlap by at least 4 hours with Los Angeles, CA, USA.
