Backend Developer - Golang (f/m/d)

Ali Aydi; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Relocation bonus

Visa assistance

30 vacation days

Gym & EAP

Job summary

JustDice, part of the applike group, seeks a Backend Go developer to build scalable microservices and backend systems in a hybrid Hamburg setup. You will work with a team to implement product requirements, ensure code quality with tests, and optimize performance using AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, and ElasticSearch.

You will contribute to a fast-moving engineering culture with ownership, collaboration, and a focus on scalable architectures.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software development with Golang (2–3 years or more).
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services (ECS, DynamoDB, CloudWatch).
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Proficiency with Terraform, Terragrunt.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Hands-on experience with Microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust, scalable, and efficient microservices in Go.
• Plan, develop, and maintain backend architectures using AWS Cloud Technologies, Kubernetes, Go Microservices and ElasticSearch.
• Ensure quality through unit and integration testing.
• Collaborate within agile teams to analyze and implement product requirements.
• Optimize existing systems for performance and scalability.

Job description

At justDice, we create mobile gaming experiences that reward players for their time and engagement. We move quickly, take ownership, and value people who bring ideas, curiosity, and a willingness to challenge how we do things. You’ll work with experienced teammates, solve meaningful problems, and have the freedom to make an impact from day one.

JustDice is a leading developer of mobile gaming loyalty programs. We create engaging products that entice users to play captivating games and earn real rewards. JusDice is part of the applike group ecosystem, backed by strong financial support from Bertelsmann, and boasts a highly motivated workforce.

We are a team of experts in software development, online marketing, data-driven business intelligence, and app & game design. We are always seeking new creative solutions to complex problems, which has enabled us to release new products fast!

What you will do:

• Developing robust, scalable, and efficient microservices in Go
• Planning, developing, and maintaining backend architectures using AWS Cloud Technologies, Kubernetes, Go Microservices and ElasticSearch.
• Ensuring quality through unit and integration testing
• Collaborating within agile teams to analyze and implement product requirements
• Optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability

Who you are:

• Extensive experience in software development with Golang (at least 2–3 years)
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services: mainly ECS, DynamoDB, CloudWatch
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes
• Proficiency with Terraform, Terragrunt
• Proficiency in working with both relational and noSQL databases
• Hands-on experience working with Microservices architecture
• Solid understanding of software architecture and design patterns
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices
• Strong sense of ownership, ability to work well in a team, and enthusiasm for innovative technologies

Fuel for the Journey: Benefits to Support Your Ambitions

• Invest in Your Future: Regular feedback and our development program support your growth, helping you expand your skill set and achieve your career goals.
• Easy Arrival to justDice: From signing to settling in Hamburg, we’ve got you covered. Need a visa? No problem. Ready to build your new life and career at applike in Hamburg? We support every ambition - from learning German to a relocation bonus that helps you settle in and make Hamburg feel like home.
• Live Your Best Life, at Work and Beyond: We work in a hybrid setup with 3 core office days, plus flexible working hours. Enjoy 30 vacation days, 3 weeks of remote work per year, and free access to an in-house gym with lots of different fitness classes and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Thrive Where You Work: Enjoy the Alster Lake view from our central office with top-notch equipment, fun open spaces, and a large variety of snacks and drinks.
• Join the Community! Participate in regular team and company events, including hackathons and social gatherings. We work together, and we celebrate together, too.

The Interview Process:

• 1st Interview with TA
• Case Study
• 2nd interview/Technical interview with Hiring Managers
• Final call

At justDice, we value ownership, honesty, collaboration, and having fun while building something ambitious together.

We care about hiring great people, not perfect CVs. If this role sounds exciting, but you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.