Go Developer

SaidGig; New York (NY); Remote; USD 41,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

SaidGig is seeking a part-time remote Go backend developer to help evaluate next-generation AI coding tools. You will build REST and GraphQL endpoints, perform rigorous validation, and document results across multiple four-day testing bursts.

You will collaborate with the research team, debug thoroughly, and contribute to performance tuning and model evaluation while protecting confidential information.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Golang developer.
• Strong command of Go, REST APIs, GraphQL, and backend development best practices.
• Experience with AI-powered coding tools, ideally Cursor.
• Experience with data validation and robust error handling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop REST and GraphQL endpoints using Go.
• Perform data validation and implement comprehensive error handling.
• Execute database migrations and support performance optimization.
• Test and evaluate alpha-stage AI models in Cursor through multiple four-day testing bursts, with at least five hours of work per day.
• Document incidents, bugs, and edge cases with detailed reports, bug traces, and annotated screenshots.
• Share timely feedback and technical insights with the research team through Slack.
• Complete structured surveys after each testing burst covering model usability and overall impressions.

Skills

Golang

Backend development

Communication skills

Testing & debugging

Documentation

Tools

REST APIs

GraphQL

Cursor

Data validation

Error handling

Job description

Help evaluate and improve next-generation AI coding tools by building and testing within a modern Go environment. This remote, part-time contract role combines hands-on backend development, rigorous debugging, and direct feedback on confidential early-stage AI models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop REST and GraphQL endpoints using Go.
• Perform data validation and implement comprehensive error handling.
• Execute database migrations and support performance optimization.
• Test and evaluate alpha-stage AI models in Cursor through multiple four-day testing bursts, with at least five hours of work per day.
• Document incidents, bugs, and edge cases with detailed reports, bug traces, and annotated screenshots.
• Share timely feedback and technical insights with the research team through Slack.
• Complete structured surveys after each testing burst covering model usability and overall impressions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Golang Developer.
• Strong command of Go, REST APIs, GraphQL, and backend development best practices.
• Experience using AI-powered coding tools, ideally Cursor.
• Experience with data validation, robust error handling, and complex debugging.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for hands-on coding, rapid prototyping, and technical exploration.
• Ability to thoroughly document findings while protecting confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public open-source contributions, such as notable GitHub repositories or stars.
• Experience evaluating technical products or performing developer-tool quality assurance.
• Interest in mentoring and sharing insights with high-trust research teams.

Work Terms

Remote, part-time contract engagement. Testing work is organized into multiple four-day bursts requiring 5+ hours per day.

Compensation

$30 to $90 per hour.