Golang Developer

About This Role

This contract position is for a Golang Developer to join a growing technology team, focusing on backend development for innovative digital solutions. The role involves creating robust, scalable, and high-performance applications that drive digital transformation initiatives and meet business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimise backend applications using Go (Golang) programming language
• Design and implement efficient, scalable software solutions that meet project requirements and performance standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver high-quality software products
• Write clean, well-documented code following established coding standards and best practices
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to ensure code quality
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance issues
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools
• Work with databases, APIs, and third-party integrations to build comprehensive backend solutions
• Participate in system design discussions and contribute technical insights to architecture decisions

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Golang developer or strong proficiency in Go programming language with demonstrated commercial projects
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Experience with RESTful API design and development
• Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases (such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Knowledge of version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Understanding of microservices architecture and containerisation technologies (Docker preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a contract-based role
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience

Nice to have:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure), CI/CD pipelines, and agile development methodologies

Benefits

• Opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking technology company at the cutting edge of digital innovation
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Professional growth supported
• Flexibility
• Chance to work on diverse, challenging projects that expand technical capabilities