Golang Developer

Ubisoft Entertainment; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Montreal is seeking an experienced Go Developer to design and build a Kubernetes managed platform. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring security compliance, and maintaining service functionality. Successful candidates will have strong coding skills in Go, a solid understanding of Kubernetes, and experience with Docker. The position supports a hybrid work model, promoting work-life balance while fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in creating clean, maintainable code in Go.
• Understanding of Kubernetes architecture and networking concepts.
• Familiarity with TDD principles beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy Kubernetes automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for platform integration.
• Implement features to enhance Kubernetes managed services.

Skills

Expert hands-on experience developing back-end services in Go

Solid understanding of Kubernetes

Experience with containerization and orchestration tools

Practical knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Ability to design and execute effective unit tests

Experience deploying workloads on cloud platforms like AWS or Azure

Job description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Agile development team is looking for an experienced Go Developer who will help design and build a Kubernetes managed platform that strengthens the reliability, scalability, and security of our infrastructure. The team thrives on collaboration, open communication, and shared ownership, and we value people who bring ideas forward and contribute to continuous improvement. We’re passionate about creating high-quality solutions, staying curious about new technologies, and supporting each other to deliver our best work.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-performance control plane or automations for our Kubernetes hosting platform.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including devOps, infrastructure, and security, to ensure seamless integration and operation of the control plane.
• Implement and maintain features that enhance the functionality, efficiency, and scalability of our Kubernetes managed services.
• Ensure the security and compliance of our platform, incorporating best practices and industry standards.
• Work closely with product managers and stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical expertise in shaping the direction of the Kubernetes hosting platform.
• Work with Project Managers and/or Development Team Leaders to define priorities, build project plans and estimations.
• Engage actively with your team, embrace their agile methods, and collaborate effectively with other teams to ensure alignment and synergy. Conduct regular code reviews, mentor junior developers, and contribute to a collaborative and innovative development culture.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues working proactively to identify and address potential challenges.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Kubernetes and cloud-native development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Expert hands-on experience developing back-end services in Go with clean, maintainable code practices.
• Solid understanding of Kubernetes including core architecture, control‑plane components, and relevant networking concepts.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools, particularly Docker and Kubernetes.
• Practical knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and tooling such as Helm or similar package managers.
• Ability to design and execute effective unit tests for Go applications; familiarity with TDD principles is an asset.
• Experience deploying and operating workloads on cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, specifically in Kubernetes environments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work‑life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office‑based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

Just a heads up: If you require a work permit, your eligibility may depend on your education and years of relevant work experience, as required by the government.

Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that’s why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.

At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences