Senior Go Software Engineer (Backend or Full-stack)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking technology service provider as a Senior Go Software Engineer in London. This role offers the chance to work with talented engineers and contribute to innovative projects in a collaborative environment. You will leverage your extensive experience in software development and cloud-native technologies, particularly Kubernetes, to drive impactful solutions. Enjoy flexible working hours and the opportunity to engage with the open-source community while advancing your career in a dynamic team. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Support for Open Source Projects

Dynamic Team Environment

Agile Practices

Opportunities to Innovate

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software development with a strong focus on Kubernetes.
• Experience in cloud-native environments and open-source software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cloud-native applications using Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with teams to innovate and scale products effectively.

Skills

Kubernetes

Software Development

Cloud-native Environments

API Definitions

Server-side Languages (Go, Java, Python)

Strong Communication Skills

Tools

Docker

SQL

NoSQL (Mongo, Postgres)

Git

CI/CD

Job description

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Senior Go Software Engineer (Backend or Full-stack), London

Client: Opinov8

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 977319014d7e

Job Views: 13

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

WE ARE Opinov8 is a technology service provider with an Opinion in Innovation. We engage with our clients at any stage in their product engineering and innovation goals, providing collaborative and outcome-driven solutions. We are driven by delivering value through technological innovation. Our team consists of software industry veterans, and we are ambitious about helping our clients build sustainable products, platforms, and businesses.

Our core values:

• Collaborative: Key to success in distributed environments.
• Innovative: We innovate as individuals and as a company.
• Adventurous: We value courage and exploration.
• Respectful: Mutual respect is essential.
• Inherently Intelligent: Valuing diverse forms of intelligence.
• Responsible: Responsibility is crucial for success and a positive work environment.

We seek candidates with a strong track record of bringing products to life, with experience in Kubernetes and solving hands-on problems with impressive experiences. We build software tools and are progressing through the Kubernetes journey.

Ideal candidate:

• Practitioners with 3+ years in Kubernetes and 7+ in software development.
• Experience with open-source software and community engagement.
• Experience working in small, self-organizing teams with clear objectives.
• Experience in ideation, quick prototyping, and scaling products.
• Passionate about supporting developers and builders.
• Opinionated yet humble, experienced, open-minded, results-oriented, and accountable.

Benefits of being part of our team:

• Work with talented engineers, CEOs, CTOs, and experienced operators.
• Join a dynamic, laid-back team.
• Utilize agile practices and cutting-edge technologies.
• Receive full support and accountability, including financial.
• Enjoy flexible working hours, responsibility, and opportunities to innovate.
• Contribute to open source projects, blogs, and conferences.
• Collaborate with the larger open-source community.

Power you bring:

• 8+ years in software development.
• 3+ years in cloud-native environments, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes, networking, configuration, architecture.
• Basic knowledge of front-end frameworks like React/Redux.
• Experience with API definitions (OpenAPI, GraphQL).
• Extensive experience in server-side languages (Go, Java, Python).
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (Mongo, Postgres).
• Production experience with public cloud providers (AWS, Google, Azure).
• Experience with Git, GitOps, CI/CD, and agile tools.
• Strong communication skills.