Senior Go Software Engineer

Adria Solutions; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth tech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Go Software Engineer to join their platform engineering team. You will design and build scalable APIs and microservices, working collaboratively with product managers and other engineers. Ideal candidates will have experience in Go and be familiar with serverless applications on AWS. The role includes benefits such as extra vacation days and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Extra days off for your birthday, wellness, and charity activities

Hybrid working with a modern office in Manchester

Employee benefits platform (YuLife)

Bottomless coffee, fruit, snacks, and more

Qualifications

• You should have solid experience with Go development.
• Experience with AWS Lambda and serverless applications is preferred.
• Familiarity with API-first design and OpenAPI documentation is a must.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable APIs and microservices using Go.
• Implement and document RESTful services using OpenAPI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.

Skills

Solid experience developing with Go

Experience building serverless applications (AWS Lambda, SST)

Familiarity with API-first design and OpenAPI documentation

Knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL data storage solutions

Proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving

Experience working in agile teams

Tools

AWS

Go

React Native

Job description

Senior Go Software Engineer - Platform Engineering Team
Join a High-Growth Tech Company Building Innovative Digital Products

Our client is building something special - a modern, scalable platform that's already loved by hundreds of thousands of users. Now we're looking for a number of Go Developers from senior to technical lead level - you will be joining a talented engineering team and help them to take things to the next level.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, creating clean and reliable systems, and want to be part of a collaborative, supportive team - this could be the perfect role for you.
The Role
You'll be joining a growing product engineering team working on a React Native application backed by a new suite of APIs and services written in Go, hosted on AWS. Your work will directly contribute to the scalability and performance of the platform as we grow rapidly.

This is a hands-on role where you'll collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to build secure, flexible, and well-documented APIs and services.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and build scalable APIs and microservices using Go
• Work with serverless technologies including AWS Lambda and SST
• Implement and document RESTful services using OpenAPI
• Work with both SQL and NoSQL data stores
• Contribute to a culture of clean code, testing, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment

We're looking for someone who loves solving problems and delivering high-quality systems. You're always learning, you care about doing things well, and you enjoy working with a team that shares those values.
You might have:

• Solid experience developing with Go
• Experience building serverless applications (AWS Lambda, SST)
• Familiarity with API-first design and OpenAPI documentation
• Knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL data storage solutions
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving
• Experience working in agile teams and delivering iteratively

Why Join Us

• Work on a modern platform using Go, AWS, and React Native
• Flexible hybrid working with a supportive, high-performing team
• A strong culture of learning, experimentation, and collaboration
• The freedom to try new ideas, learn new tools, and shape how we work
• A clear path for growth, with real opportunities to develop your career

Benefits:

• Extra days off for your birthday, wellness, and charity activities
• Hybrid working with a modern office in Manchester
• Employee benefits platform (YuLife), EAP support, and regular social events
• Bottomless coffee, fruit, snacks, and more

Ready to Build Something Meaningful?
If you're excited about building great products with great people - we'd love to hear from you.
Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Senior Go Software Engineer - Platform Engineering Team