Principal Engineer(m/f/d)-100% remote possible

Limango GmbH; Remote; PLN 252,000 - 337,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent e-commerce company in Poland is seeking a Principal Engineer to enhance customer service and post-purchase processes. The role involves transitioning from a PHP monolithic architecture to a modern micro-service setup using Golang and React. Candidates must possess high proficiency in Golang and PHP, experience with AWS, and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include flexible working hours, private health care, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Private health care

Multisport card

Language classes

Flexible working hours

Company events

Qualifications

• High proficiency in Golang with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud-based architecture, preferably with AWS.
• Strong experience with PHP (minimum 3 years).
• Good knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Fluent English skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the architecture for various projects.
• Write, test, and maintain code for backend services in Golang and PHP.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality.
• Deploy applications in the AWS environment using Terraform and ArgoCD.

Skills

Golang

PHP

Cloud-based architecture

Asynchronous processing

Problem-solving skills

Fluent English

Tools

AWS

Terraform

ArgoCD

Kubernetes

Gitlab

Job description

At limango, we’ve been shaping the world of e-commerce for over 18 years. Together with our platforms in the Netherlands, Germany, and Austria, we are proud to be part of the OTTO Group, one of Europe’s leading e‑commerce players. We offer the largest selection of products for the entire family, making us a go‑to shopping destination for millions of customers across Europe. But limango is more than just a platform, it’s a community. We believe in working and growing together, valuing a healthy work‑life balance and fostering a culture built on respect, trust, and equality. If these values resonate with you, there’s a good chance you’ll feel right at home with us.

Join the limango IT!

At Limango IT, you’ll have the chance to apply your ideas and expertise to improve customer service and order management for the German, Polish, and Dutch markets. You’ll work with a modern technology stack, including cloud‑based solutions, service‑oriented architecture, and API or event‑driven communication.

As a Principal Engineer in the Post‑Purchase‑Experience Team (PPX), you will be instrumental in renewing and enhancing our customer service and post‑purchase processes. Your primary focus will be on the renewal of the tech‑stack, which is currently in a transition phase from PHP monolithic applications to a modern cloud‑based micro‑service architecture based on Golang with React/Next‑js frontend applications. You will work with a cutting‑edge technology stack, including cloud‑based solutions, service‑oriented architecture, and API or event‑driven communication. You will be part of an international team of developers and a dedicated Product Owner, and you will be working closely with the customer service team to create streamlined and efficient processes.

Projects of the position

• Renewal of the tech‑stack, transitioning from PHP monolithic applications to a modern cloud‑based micro‑service architecture based on Golang
• Renewing and enhancing our customer service and post‑purchase processes

Key Responsibilities

• Leading Engineer responsible for defining and implementing the architecture for various projects
• Write, test, and maintain code for backend services in Golang and PHP
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices
• Work closely with product managers and other developers to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Implement new features and enhancements for post‑purchase processes, focusing on improving the efficiency and data flow between different systems
• Deploy applications in the AWS environment, utilizing Terraform and ArgoCD to ensure smooth operations within the Kubernetes cluster or Lambda environment
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to backend development

Professional requirements for the candidate

• High proficiency in Golang (minimum 3 years) and a solid understanding of clean code practices
• Extensive knowledge of cloud based architecture, preferably with AWS
• Strong experience with PHP (minimum 3 years)
• Experience with asynchronous processing and messaging systems
• Good knowledge of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)
• Familiarity with Lambda, K8s, Gitlab, Terraform and ArgoCD is a plus

Personal requirement for the candidate

• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues effectively
• Fluent level of English (spoken and written) and good communication and collaboration skills to work with cross‑functional teams
• Ability to drive projects forward and adapt to changing requirements

What We Offer & What You Can Expect

• Challenging tasks and real impact, you’ll be directly involved in bringing new projects to life and influencing how we grow as a e‑commerce business
• Fast‑paced learning environment, we’re an international team, so you’ll constantly pick up new skills and insights
• Flexible working hours and B2B contract, choose when and how you work
• Lots of room to grow, through hands‑on experience, training, and working with experts from different parts of the world

Benefits

• Private health care: We provide access to the best specialists for you and your loved ones
• Multisport card – stay active and healthy with a Multisport card giving you access to numerous fitness clubs and sports facilities
• Language classes: English and German lessons in small groups, tailored to your skills
• Remote work and flexible working hours
• Company events in the best company: After hours we often organize interesting outings or meetings in our office

We look forward to receiving your complete application, including a letter of motivation, references/certificates, salary expectations and your earliest possible start date. We can’t wait to get to know you. Apply now!