Golang Backend Engineer - Remote Work | REF#308501

BairesDev; Bogotá; Remote; COP 292,047,000 - 421,845,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

Competitive USD compensation

Home-office hardware provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves and holidays

Global mentorship and growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Golang Backend Engineer to design and build scalable backend services for cloud-native applications. This role focuses on high-performance server-side logic, API-first design, and robust data flows using PostgreSQL, with deployment in AWS environments.

You will work remotely on global projects, collaborating with world-class engineers, and benefit from flexible schedules and competitive USD compensation. Excellent English required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of backend engineering experience with Go.
• Experience designing scalable backend services and REST APIs.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL database design and optimization.
• Strong API-first design approach and OpenAPI documentation.
• Experience with Zanzibar (ReBAC) is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of robust and concurrent backend systems using Go.
• Design and maintain scalable REST APIs with OpenAPI specifications.
• Optimize database interactions and data flows using PostgreSQL.
• Architect and deploy services within AWS environments.
• Apply Go concurrency primitives to handle large workloads.

Skills

Go (Golang)

Backend engineering

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

AWS

OpenAPI

API-first design

ReBAC (Zanzibar)

English proficiency

Tools

AWS

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Golang Backend Engineer at BairesDev

As a Golang Backend Engineer, you will design and build scalable, high-performance backend services that form the core of our cloud-native applications. You will translate complex business requirements into stable, efficient code while ensuring seamless integration between server-side logic and diverse data sources.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of robust and concurrent backend systems using Go (Golang).
• Design and maintain scalable REST APIs with OpenAPI specifications for clear documentation and integration.
• Optimize database interactions and data flows using PostgreSQL to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Architect and deploy services within AWS environments, focusing on performance and resource efficiency.
• Apply Go's unique concurrency primitives, such as goroutines and channels, to handle massive traffic and workloads.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Backend Engineering with a focus on Go (Golang).
• Proven expertise in designing and building scalable, performance-critical backend services and REST APIs.
• Proficiency in database design and optimization using PostgreSQL.
• Strong background in building production-grade systems with an API-first design approach.
• Experience with Zanzibar (ReBAC).
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Nice To Have

• Solid understanding of cloud-native architecture and hands-on experience with AWS.
• Implement production-grade engineering standards, including code reviews, testing, and API-first design principles.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!