Senior Backend Engineer (Go)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Engineer (Go): Building and optimizing scalable and reliable backend services and microservices with an accent on API design, database performance, and system reliability. Focus on implementing new services, integrating with existing systems, and ensuring high-quality software through testing and code reviews.

Location: On-site in West London, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is building a platform focused on user privacy, scaling a five-star ride-hailing service across multiple cities.

What you will do

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (designers, testers, product managers) to define requirements and project goals.
• Participate in the analysis, design, and evaluation of technical requirements.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code, mainly in Go language.
• Implement new microservices and support existing ones.
• Perform unit testing and participate in integration and system testing.
• Review peer code and maintain technical documentation.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience developing scalable and reliable backend services.
• Proficiency with Go, Ruby, Python, C++, Java, or Kotlin languages.
• In-depth knowledge of common databases and messaging systems like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka, or RabbitMQ.
• English: B2 required.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Competitive salary and employee stock options plan.
• Medical insurance, including dental, life, and critical illness insurance.
• Lunch allowance and best-in-class equipment.
• Subsidies for professional development.