Go Developer
Level
Senior+/Architect
Location
EU
About this position
We are looking for an experienced Senior to Architect level Go Backend Developer to join a project focused on designing and evolving scalable distributed backend systems. The role combines hands-on Go development with architectural ownership, including system design, microservice architecture, API design, technical decision-making, and improving engineering processes. The ideal candidate is a Senior Go Engineer who has grown into an architectural role and can independently design complex systems, balance technical trade-offs, guide engineering teams, and communicate architectural decisions to both technical and business stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Design and evolve scalable distributed systems in Go, focusing on performance, reliability, and maintainability
- Define technical architecture for complex systems, including microservices, APIs, data storage, and event-driven solutions
- Translate business requirements into technical plans and identify risks and constraints early
- Design REST/gRPC APIs with versioning and backward compatibility
- Drive architecture reviews, create technical documentation, and ensure engineering standards
- Lead code reviews, mentor engineers, and promote Go best practices
- Improve CI/CD processes and engineering workflows to increase delivery quality and efficiency
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, and stakeholders to align technical decisions with business goals
Technical Skills
- Technical Skills
- 7+ years of software development experience
- 4-5+ years of production experience with Golang
- Strong knowledge of Go concurrency patterns: goroutines, channels, context, memory model, and synchronization primitives
- Experience designing distributed, microservice-based, and high-load backend systems
- Strong understanding of REST/gRPC API design and integration patterns
- Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL), including schema design, transactions, and query optimization
- Experience with message brokers and event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, NATS)
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized environments
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
- Understanding of system design principles: scalability, fault tolerance, security, observability, logging, and tracing
- Experience with AI technologies and implementing/configuring AI solutions within teams
- Experience in fintech, banking, or other regulated/high-compliance domains
- Higher education in Computer Science or related field
- Nice To Have:
- Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, ClickHouse) or caching solutions (Redis)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) or Event-Driven Architecture
- Previous experience as Architect, Staff Engineer, or Principal Engineer
- Experience integrating AI/LLM components into production systems
- Experience with SRE practices and cloud architecture certifications
Non-Technical Skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical decisions to different audiences
- Ability to independently own architectural decisions and drive solutions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to mentor engineers and improve engineering practices
- Proactive approach to identifying risks and improving systems
- English level: Intermediate or higher (B1+)
- Availability to work from 9AM to 6PM CEST
- Readiness to complete a live coding task in Go during the client interview
Application Steps
- Fill in our application form provided below, attach your CV and send it to us.
- Our recruiters will carefully review your career expectations and experience and then will provide feedback on available positions.
- The recruiter will contact you and will provide detailed information about the company. You will also select the suitable time and date for your interview.
- During the interview (about 30 min), our HR specialist will discuss your expected career goals, experience, and your expectations from the company. We will also check your level of English.
- The technical interview (about 1 hour) will be conducted by our team lead. Depending on the position, we may also present a spontaneous challenge to solve.
- Upon successful interview completion, you will receive a formal job offer. It will outline the details of the position, including the agreed-upon terms, salary, benefits, and other relevant information.
Our Benefits
Comfortable working environment & flexible hours; opportunity for remote work.
Holidays based on the official calendar of your country.
Relocation opportunities or options to work from SoftTeco’s offices based in other countries.
Health insurance, compensation packages for sports; and corporate discounts from SoftTeco’s partners.
Mentoring, internal knowledge sharing, all-hands meetings, and our corporate English courses.
Comprehensive Career Pathway system designed to facilitate employees’ professional growth and development within the organization.
Corporate events for employees and their families, sponsored by the company; gifts on working anniversaries and professional holidays.
Working at SoftTeco
We understand how important it is to find a vacancy that would fit your tech stack and skills level. But we also understand that it’s even more important to find a team of people who will make your work comfortable and enjoyable, and who will inspire you to grow and learn. Trust, expertise, rationality, and involvement are the core qualities that form SoftTeco’s culture and help us build long-term relationships with our employees and partners.
Current Job Openings
SoftTeco constantly expands its expertise and as we do so, we are in need of top industry talents to help us resolve complex technical challenges and bring innovation to our clients. If you are looking for the next step in your career, we encourage you to explore our Job Openings page and see if your perfect vacancy awaits you.
Our Locations
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Lithuania
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82 Laisves al., Kaunas, 44250
Bulgaria
Knyaginya Maria Luiza 1 Blvd., Plovdiv, 4000
Georgia
1 Meliton And Andria Balanchivadze st., Tbilisi, 0667
United States
22 Juniper st., Wenham, Massachusetts, 01984
United Kingdom
Loughborough Technology Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3GE
United Arab Emirates
Office No. 19-177MF, Owned by Shamsa Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Suwaidi, Al-Murar, Dubai
Poland
9A/4U Belwederska st., Warsaw, 00-761
Lithuania
82 Laisves al., Kaunas, 44250
42A, Dariaus ir Gireno st., Vilnius, 02189
Bulgaria
Knyaginya Maria Luiza 1 Blvd., Plovdiv, 4000
Georgia
1 Meliton And Andria Balanchivadze st., Tbilisi, 0667
United States
22 Juniper st., Wenham, Massachusetts, 01984
United Kingdom
Loughborough Technology Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3GE
United Arab Emirates
Office No. 19-177MF, Owned by Shamsa Mohammed Ibrahim
Al-Suwaidi, Al-Murar, Dubai
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