Golang Developer

Role: Golang Developer

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Golang Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Golang. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features. Optimize and refactor existing codebase for improved efficiency and scalability.
2. Microservices Architecture: Contribute to the design and implementation of a microservices architecture. Work on breaking down monolithic components into smaller, more manageable services.
3. Kafka Integration: Develop Kafka-based solutions for real-time event processing and message-driven architectures. Implement Kafka producers and consumers for efficient and reliable communication between services.
4. Cloud Platform Integration: Utilize AWS services for scalable and secure infrastructure. Deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes clusters for improved scalability and maintainability.
5. Database Interaction: Collaborate with the database team to design and implement efficient data storage solutions. Optimize database queries and ensure data consistency in distributed systems.
6. Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions for proactive issue identification and resolution. Participate in on-call rotations and respond to incidents promptly.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Required Skills:

1. Proven experience (5 years) as a Backend Developer with a focus on Golang.
2. Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
3. Hands-on experience working with Kafka for event-driven architectures.
4. Proficient in cloud computing platforms, particularly AWS.
5. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration using Kubernetes.
6. Solid understanding of software development best practices, including version control (Git) and continuous integration/delivery.

Preferred Skills:

1. Experience with additional programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js.
2. Knowledge of best practices in security and data protection.
3. Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
4. Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
5. Strong communication and collaboration skills in a team environment.