Golang Developer

Kumaran; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Kumaran Systems in Chennai seeks a highly skilled Backend Developer with strong expertise in Golang and Java to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs. The ideal candidate will work with microservices, cloud-native tech, CI/CD, and SQL Server, delivering robust software through a collaborative, Agile environment.

You will collaborate across teams, implement secure authentication, and optimise performance using Redis and modern tooling, driving reliable backend platforms.

Qualifications

• 3+ years backend development in Java and/or Golang.
• Experience with microservices, cloud-native apps, and CI/CD.
• Hands-on with REST/gRPC APIs, Redis, JWT, and SQL Server.
• Proficient with Docker, Kubernetes, Maven/Gradle, and GitHub tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend services.
• Build and optimise RESTful and gRPC APIs for integrations.
• Implement secure auth with JWT and leverage Redis caching.
• Develop with Spring Framework/Spring Boot and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Containerize apps with Docker and deploy to Kubernetes.

Skills

Golang

Java

Spring Framework

REST APIs

gRPC

Redis

JWT

Maven

Gradle

GitHub

GitHub Enterprise

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL Server

Solace Queue

Microservices

Tools

Solace Queue

Job description

Kumaran Systems: Engineering Future-Ready Transformations Since 1992, Kumaran Systems has been helping enterprises bridge the past and the future, reimagining legacy systems and embracing AI-led possibilities. With over 34 years of delivery excellence, we specialise in re-engineering core applications, driving cloud transformation, and building automation-first, GenAI-enabled ecosystems across the Banking and Financial Services, Insurance, Telecom, and Automotive sectors. We help organisations not just upgrade their systems but reimagine what’s possible.

Why Kumaran?

We blend engineering discipline with AI innovation, helping clients modernise with confidence, automate with clarity, and scale with purpose. Our global delivery model ensures agility, responsiveness, and seamless collaboration, with clients always at the heart of every engagement. At Kumaran, we don’t just solve problems, we engineer future-ready transformations.

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer with strong expertise in Golang and Java to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with microservices architecture, cloud-native technologies, CI/CD pipelines, database development, and messaging systems. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to translate technical requirements and documentation into robust software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications and microservices using Golang and Java (Java 8+).
  
• Build and enhance RESTful and gRPC APIs to support business and system integrations.
  
• Develop applications using Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
  
• Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms using JWT.
  
• Utilise Redis for caching, session management, and performance optimization.
  
• Develop and optimise SQL queries, stored procedures, and database interactions with Microsoft SQL Server.
  
• Integrate and manage messaging solutions using Solace Queue and event-driven architectures.
  
• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub, GitHub Enterprise, and Azure DevOps.
  
• Containerize applications using Docker and deploy/manage workloads in Kubernetes environments.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver high-quality solutions.
  
• Analyze technical documentation and convert business and technical requirements into efficient, maintainable code.
  
• Participate in code reviews, performance tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Golang and Java (Java 8+).
  
• Hands-on experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
  
• Experience designing and developing REST and gRPC APIs.
  
• Strong knowledge of Redis and JWT Authentication.
  
• Experience with Maven (MVN) and Gradle build tools.
  
• Proficiency with GitHub, GitHub Enterprise, and Azure DevOps.
  
• Good understanding of Docker and Kubernetes.
  
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and advanced SQL query development.
  
• Experience with messaging technologies, particularly Solace Queue.
  
• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
  

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate requirements into code.
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and within Agile development teams.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms and cloud-native application development.
  
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure automation.
  
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and performance optimization tools.
  

Experience

• 3+ years of backend development experience using Java and/or Golang.
  
• Experience developing enterprise-grade applications and scalable distributed systems.
  

Kumaran Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.