Remote Senior Software Engineer (Go/Golang)

Placements24; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong Go expertise to build scalable backend services and microservices for a remote-first team based in South Africa. You will design, implement, test, and deploy high-performance APIs, work closely with product managers and engineers, and contribute to architecture decisions in a distributed, globally distributed environment.

The role emphasizes robust code, scalable systems, and ongoing learning in Go, modern databases, and cloud

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years in software development.
• 2+ years with Go (Golang).
• Strong knowledge of concurrent programming and distributed systems.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Docker. Cloud familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend services and APIs using Go (Golang).
• Write clean, efficient, well-tested, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other engineers in a remote setting.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and advocate for best practices in software development.
• Optimize application performance and scalability.
• Work with various data storage solutions (SQL, NoSQL).
• Stay current with the latest developments in Go and the broader software engineering landscape.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Skills

Go

REST APIs

Distributed systems

Concurrency

Docker

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

AWS

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally distributed and innovative technology company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer specializing in Go (Golang) to join their fully remote team. This role is focused on developing high-performance, scalable backend systems and microservices that power cutting-edge applications. You will be an integral part of a talented, international engineering team, contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle, from design and implementation to testing and deployment. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a passion for building robust and efficient software. This is a remote-first opportunity, offering exceptional flexibility and the chance to work with a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, regardless of your location within South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend services and APIs using Go (Golang).


• Write clean, efficient, well-tested, and maintainable code.


• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other engineers in a remote setting.


• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.


• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.


• Contribute to architectural decisions and advocate for best practices in software development.


• Optimize application performance and scalability.


• Work with various data storage solutions (SQL, NoSQL).


• Stay current with the latest developments in Go and the broader software engineering landscape.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• 5+ years of professional software development experience.


• 2+ years of professional experience specifically with Go (Golang).


• Strong understanding of concurrent programming and distributed systems.


• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.


• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).


• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker.


• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for a remote role.


• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and opportunities for professional development. As a fully remote position, it provides unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance. You will join a global team of talented engineers and work on challenging, impactful projects. The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, offering a dynamic and rewarding career path for ambitious individuals within South Africa .