GoLang Tech Lead

Programmers.io; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmers.io in Tampa, FL, is seeking a GoLang Tech Lead to drive backend architecture and implementation. You will lead a team of engineers, design scalable microservices, and ensure robust, secure services powering our applications.

Requirements include 6+ years in Golang, deep PostgreSQL expertise, REST and gRPC API design, Docker and Kubernetes, CI/CD, and cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure). You will collaborate with DevOps, frontend, and product teams while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on Golang development.
• Strong PostgreSQL database design and optimization.
• Experience building RESTful and gRPC services.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Cloud and DevOps experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of backend services in Go.
• Architect scalable, secure microservices and mentor engineers.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and DevOps to define requirements.
• Perform code reviews and ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor performance and guide performance tuning.

Skills

Golang

PostgreSQL

REST APIs

gRPC

Microservices

Cloud / DevOps

CI/CD

Git

Testing

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tooling

Git

Job description

Job Role: GoLang Tech Lead

Location: Tampa, FL - Hybrid

Duration: Long Term Contract

Job Description:

• We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer with expertise in the Go programming language (Golang) to join our dynamic team.
• As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems that power our applications and services.
• Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements.
• Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain microservices and APIs using Golang.
• Database Management: Work extensively with PostgreSQL, optimizing queries and ensuring high availability.
• API Design & Integration: Develop RESTful and gRPC APIs for seamless integration with frontend and third-party services.
• Code Quality & Performance: Write clean, maintainable, and high-performance code with unit testing and CI/CD integration. Exception Handling , debugging and troubleshooting
• TypeScript & Frontend Collaboration (Added Advantage): Work closely with frontend teams using TypeScript for seamless API integration.
• Scalability & Security: Implement best practices for scalability, security, and fault tolerance in a cloud-native environment.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including product managers, DevOps, and frontend engineers.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Golang Expertise: 6+ years of hands-on experience in Golang development.
• Database Skills: Strong experience with PostgreSQL, including database design, indexing, and optimization.
• API Development: Experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs and gRPC services.
• Microservices Architecture: Knowledge of distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Cloud & DevOps: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud services like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Testing & Debugging: Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and debugging techniques.
• Version Control: Strong experience with Git and collaborative workflows.
• Frontend Collaboration (Nice to Have): Exposure to TypeScript, React, or Node.js is a plus.

Role Descriptions:

• Key responsibilities include leading the design and development of backend services using Go.
• The tech lead will architect scalable software solutions and mentor engineering teams.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliverables is essential.
• The role also involves conducting code reviews and managing project timelines.
• Essential Skills: Good to have experience with cloud technologies and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools is beneficial.
• Knowledge of performance tuning and scalability challenges in backend systems is a plus.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices would be advantageous.
• Must have strong expertise in Go programming and experience in leading software development teams.
• Proficiency in software architecture and design principles is essential.
• Familiarity with best practices in code quality and performance optimization is required.
• Experience in mentoring and guiding junior engineers is also crucial.

Skills:

• HiTech : Software Product Engineering~Leadership~Programming Techniques and Concepts~Documentation Review & Editing
• Experience Required: 8-10