Software Engineer - Java Or Go

Ocho People; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud security firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Software Engineer proficient in Java or Go. This role involves owning the complete development lifecycle from design through deployment, making impactful technical decisions, and collaborating closely with other teams. Candidates should have over a year of backend development experience and familiarity with cloud platforms and data-intensive systems. Enjoy hybrid working with the flexibility and autonomy to drive innovative solutions in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary of £50-80k

Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 1+ years of backend development experience in Java or Go.
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Knowledge of data-intensive systems (databases, event systems, messaging systems).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployments.
• Experience with microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Own the entire development lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Make technical and architectural decisions for high-scale platforms.
• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure best practices.
• Improve the scalability and performance of backend systems.
• Collaborate with Frontend, DevOps, and Security teams.

Skills

Java or Go

Backend development

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Data-intensive systems

CI/CD pipelines

Microservices architecture

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Elasticsearch

Redis

RabbitMQ

TimescaleDB

Job description

Software Engineer - Java or Go

Are you a backend engineer looking to work on cutting-edge cloud security solutions with a company that counts NASA as a client? My client is an emerging player in the Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) space, helping organizations secure their cloud infrastructure with real-time data insights.

What's in it for you?

• Salary: £50-80k
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office
• Tech stack: Java or Go
• Work on mission‑critical cloud security solutions trusted by NASA
• Solve complex backend engineering challenges using modern cloud technologies
• Collaborate with highly skilled teams in a fast‑paced, innovative environment

The Role

As a Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

• Owning the entire development lifecycle – from design and development to deployment and monitoring
• Making technical and architectural decisions that impact high‑scale cloud security platforms
• Conducting design and code reviews to ensure best practices and efficiency
• Improving the scalability and performance of backend systems
• Working closely with Frontend, DevOps, and Security teams to deliver best‑in‑class features

About You

You're a great fit if you have:

• 1+ years of backend development experience in Java or Go
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Knowledge of data‑intensive systems (databases, event systems, messaging systems, etc.)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployments
• Experience with microservices architecture

Bonus Skills (Desirable, but not essential)

• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Elasticsearch, Redis, RabbitMQ, or TimescaleDB
• Understanding of cloud security best practices

What's It Like to Work Here?

You'll be joining a team that's passionate about cloud security and innovation. My client operates in an autonomous and collaborative environment, where engineers have the freedom to explore new ideas and drive meaningful impact.