Sr Python + Golang Developer

Sr Python + Golang Developer

Posted 5 days ago by 1752647023

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: The role of Sr. Python + Golang Developer involves designing and maintaining scalable APIs and microservices, with a strong emphasis on backend systems development using Python and Golang. The candidate should possess extensive experience in API development and a solid understanding of cloud-native applications, particularly within AWS environments. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior developers are also key aspects of this position. This is a remote contract position, ideally suited for candidates based in the USA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable APIs and microservices using Python and Golang
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code in a fast-paced environment
  • Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
  • Integrate and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environment
  • Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers as needed

Key Skills:

  • 8+ years of hands-on API development experience
  • Strong expertise in Python and Golang
  • Experience with AWS services (Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, etc.)
  • Familiarity with Java is a plus
  • Strong understanding of RESTful design patterns and microservices architecture
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes preferred)

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Sr. Python + Golang Developer

Location: Remote (USA-based candidates preferred)
Duration: 12+ Months
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Contract (W2/C2C)

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Python + Golang Developer with strong API development experience and deep understanding of cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in backend systems development using Python and Golang, with working knowledge of AWS services and some exposure to Java.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable APIs and microservices using Python and Golang

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features

  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code in a fast-paced environment

  • Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability

  • Integrate and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environment

  • Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers as needed

Required Skills:
  • 8+ years of hands-on API development experience

  • Strong expertise in Python and Golang

  • Experience with AWS services (Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, etc.)

  • Familiarity with Java is a plus

  • Strong understanding of RESTful design patterns and microservices architecture

  • Experience with CI/CD tools and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes preferred)

Nice to Have:
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

  • Knowledge of database technologies (SQL/NoSQL)

  • Exposure to monitoring/logging tools (CloudWatch, ELK, Prometheus)

Soft Skills:
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

  • Ability to work independently in a fully remote setup

  • Problem-solving attitude and proactive mindset