Software Engineer - Java Or Go

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Belfast seeks a Software Engineer with backend development experience in Java or Go. You'll design, develop, and improve cloud security solutions trusted by NASA. Enjoy a hybrid working model and collaborate with skilled teams in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates have experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines.

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, etc.).
• 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 impacting cloud security platforms.
• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure efficiency.
• Improve scalability and performance of backend systems.
• Collaborate with Frontend, DevOps, and Security teams.

Skills

Java

Go

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, 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.