Software Development Lead (Backend)

TL;DR

Software Development Lead (Backend): Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems using Golang, Java, and Python with an accent on secure, resilient, and cloud-ready services. Focus on building RESTful and event-driven APIs, optimizing application performance, and implementing microservices architecture.

Location: Remote (EST time zone) or Hybrid in Guadalajara, Mexico

Company

hirify.global delivers disruptive digital solutions across Product Engineering, Data Analytics, and Digital Infrastructure to 200+ companies globally.

What you will do

• Design and maintain backend services, APIs, and microservices using Golang, Java, and Python.
• Develop RESTful and event-driven APIs focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with product, frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Optimize application performance, troubleshoot production issues, and implement secure coding practices.
• Lead code reviews, design discussions, and architecture decisions.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and collaborate with DevOps for deployments and monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of backend development experience using Golang, Java, or Python.
• Strong proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
• Hands-on experience with relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and version control (Git).
• Must be based in Mexico or able to work in the EST time zone.

Nice to have

• Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments.
• Exposure to event streaming systems like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI.
• Prior experience in regulated or enterprise-scale environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to excellence.
• Core values centered on customer success and mutual care.
• Opportunity to work with a global team of 5,000+ experts.
• Flexible employment options including Permanent and Contractor roles.