Golang with React Developer

Compunnel, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm based in Chicago is looking for a skilled software developer to design scalable backend services using Golang and maintain Apache Kafka pipelines. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in software development, with strong skills in PostgreSQL, React, and Kubernetes. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and contribute to an exciting tech stack.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years in Golang development.
• 2+ years building SPAs with React.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable backend services using Golang.
• Integrate and maintain Apache Kafka pipelines.
• Deploy and manage microservices in Kubernetes clusters.

Skills

Golang development

Building RESTful APIs

Kafka pipelines

PostgreSQL

React

CI/CD with GitHub Actions

Kubernetes

Strong problem-solving skills

Tools

Docker

Helm

Job description

Design and implement scalable backend services using Golang.

Integrate and maintain Apache Kafka pipelines for real-time event-driven architectures.

Design and manage relational database schemas, queries, and performance tuning.

Implement secure, testable, and maintainable code across the stack.

Develop CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for build, test, and deploy workflows.

Deploy and manage microservices in Kubernetes clusters.

Participate in code reviews, system design sessions, and agile ceremonies.

Troubleshoot and resolve production issues across the stack.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Overall, 8+ years of work experience in software development

Backend (Golang):

3+ years of hands-on Golang development experience.

Proficient in building RESTful APIs.

Experience with Go concurrency patterns and performance tuning.

Experience with Kafka producers, consumers, topics, and partitions.

Knowledge of event schema design

Database:

Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL or other RDBMS.

Ability to write complex SQL queries, design schemas, and optimize performance.

Understanding of migrations and data integrity strategies.

Frontend (React):

2+ years of experience building responsive SPAs with React.

Integration with REST or GraphQL APIs.

DevOps & Deployment:

Hands-on experience writing GitHub Actions workflows for CI/CD.

Experience deploying and managing applications on Kubernetes.

Familiarity with Docker, Helm, and secrets management (e.g., Vault or KMS).

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Ability to communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.