What are the responsibilities and job description for the Golang Developer position at Tekgence Private Ltd?
Job Title : Golang Developer
Location : Remote
Duration : Long Term
Tech Skill set : Cloud Native Application Development Knowledge, Neo4J graph DB, Rest APIs, and Apache Spark.
Job Description : Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Golang Developer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems and applications. You will work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build software solutions that meet both business and technical requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Software Development
Design, develop, and maintain backend applications, services, and APIs using Golang.
Write clean, efficient, and reusable code with a focus on performance and scalability.
Implement robust solutions for concurrent processing, ensuring high availability and reliability.
API and Microservice Development
Build and maintain RESTful APIs and gRPC services to support frontend applications, integrations, and third-party systems.
Develop and optimize Microservice architecture using Golang.
Work on API design, security, versioning, and documentation.
System Optimization and Scalability
Analyze and improve application performance, scalability, and responsiveness.
Identify and address bottlenecks, optimize database queries, and improve resource utilization.
Develop solutions that handle high traffic and concurrent users efficiently.
Cloud-Native Development
Deploy applications to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Work with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized environments for application deployment and scaling.
Implement serverless functions and cloud-native services where applicable.
Collaboration and Best Practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps, and product managers, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Conduct code reviews, ensure adherence to best practices, and mentor junior developers.
Participate in Agile / Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Testing and Debugging
Write unit tests, integration tests, and functional tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
Debug and troubleshoot issues across development, testing, and production environment
Required Technical Skills
Programming & Backend Development
Strong proficiency in Golang (Go) with a deep understanding of its ecosystem and features.
Experience in designing and building RESTful APIs, gRPC services, and micro services.
Understanding of concurrency, go routines, and Go-specific design patterns.
Databases
Experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite.
Knowledge of NoSQL databases like MongoDB, Redis, or Cassandra.
Proficiency in database schema design, query optimization, and indexing.
Cloud Technologies & Containers
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms : AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes for containerized application deployment.
Experience with CI / CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
Tools and Libraries
Familiarity with tools and libraries like Gin, Echo, Gorilla Mux, or Fiber for web frameworks.
Knowledge of messaging systems like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or NATS for asynchronous communication.
System Design
Understanding of distributed systems, high availability, and fault-tolerant architecture.
Knowledge of caching mechanisms (Redis, Memcached) and load balancing techniques.
Version Control & CI / CD
Proficiency in Git for version control.
Experience implementing CI / CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
Soft Skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work in a team environment.
Ability to adapt to new tools, technologies, and project requirements.
A proactive and self-motivated attitude toward learning and development.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with GraphQL APIs.
Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.
Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security standards.
Exposure to serverless architectures (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions).
Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Go Developer certifications) will be a plus.
Tekgence is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. U.S. citizens and Green Card holders are strongly encouraged to apply.
