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Job summary

Join a leading SaaS company as a Staff Backend Engineer (Go) in a fully remote role. You will design and implement scalable microservices and collaborate with cross-functional teams while leading junior engineers. Enjoy flexible working hours, competitive salary, unlimited leave, and a direct impact on innovative projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus and equity
Flexible hours
Unlimited annual leave
Access to top-tier tools and training
Team retreats

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in backend development with deep expertise in Go.
  • Experience working with Node.js and TypeScript.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and deploying microservices architectures.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and optimize complex microservices using Go.
  • Collaborate with teams to define back-end architectures.
  • Mentor junior engineers and drive best practices.

Skills

Backend Development
Go
Node.js
TypeScript
Microservices
Cloud Platforms
Containerization
CI/CD Pipelines
Performance Tuning
Communication Skills

Tools

Docker
Kubernetes

Job description

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Fully Remote | Salary + Bonus + Stocks | Flexible Hours | Unlimited Annual Leave

I’m partnering with an exceptional SaaS business ranked in the top 1-2% globally, and we’re looking for a talented Principal/Staff Backend Engineer to join their team. This fully remote role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge features for initiatives across the business as they continue to innovate in the space.

What You’ll Do:

  • Design, implement, and optimize complex microservices that scale effectively.
  • Build highly reliable, performant, and scalable systems using Go as your primary language.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (frontend, product, devops) to define and build robust backend architectures.
  • Work with Node.js and TypeScript to integrate backend services with modern web applications.
  • Drive best practices around system design, code quality, and performance monitoring.
  • Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and support to ensure quality across the engineering team.

What You’ll Bring:

  • 5+ years of experience in backend development, with deep expertise in Go.
  • Strong understanding and experience working with Node.js and TypeScript.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and deploying microservices architectures.
  • Strong familiarity with cloud platforms, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
  • A passion for writing clean, maintainable code and delivering high-quality products.
  • Experience in performance tuning, scalability, and systems optimization.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

What’s on Offer:

  • Fully remote work with flexible hours to help you thrive no matter where you are.
  • Competitive salary, bonus, and equity, so you can share in the company’s success.
  • The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry at the forefront of tech.
  • Access to top-tier tools, training, and resources to fuel your professional growth.
  • Unlimited annual leave, so you can recharge when needed.
  • Team retreats and regular opportunities to connect with colleagues in person.
  • Direct impact on cutting-edge projects and the chance to shape the future of our backend ecosystem.
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