Java/Golang Lead Developer

Solid experience in Go (Golang) :- Solid experience in Go (Golang), especially in production environments. - You should be familiar with common design patterns, concurrency, testing, and the core language features and feel confident using them.- Prior software development experience with Java or Python is mandatory.- Experience with messaging systems like Apache Kafka and RabbitMQ, including designing and implementing event-driven architectures for scalable and reliable communication between services.- Strong background in building enterprise-wide software solutions in multi-technology environments and a solid understanding of the impact of changes on the environment.- Familiarity with database concepts, relational SQL, and No-SQL as a plus.- Basic HTML/CSS skills, ideally with some exposure to TailwindCSS is desirable- Basic JavaScript and familiarity with Alpine.js is desirable- Experience developing REST-based APIs.- Basic knowledge with DevOps principles and CI/CD tools (such as Jenkins, Ansible, Packer, Docker).- Knowledge of developing solutions on AWS cloud platform with familiarity in services such as serverless functions, databases, storage, and compute resources is desirable.- Ability to articulate points and provide summaries and explanations of technical concepts.- Prior experience working in financial services would be helpful.- Strong analytical skills for diagnosing and troubleshooting potential system issues to process a solution.- Ability to build a network of relationships across the organization, obtain a detailed understanding of internal clients needs and drive organization wide design concepts gaining buy in and support of stakeholders.- Flexibility to work with different programming languages and willing to learn new technologies as required by the projectResponsibilities :- Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Go.- Collaborate with front-end developers and other team members to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.- Build and maintain microservices architectures that are scalable, reliable, and efficient.- Optimize application performance, focusing on speed and scalability.- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, following best practices for software development.- Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with the team.- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner, ensuring the stability and reliability of the backend systems.- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our systems.Must-Have Skills :- Go Programming : Deep knowledge of the Go language, its ecosystem, and best practices.- Concurrency : Experience in managing concurrent processes and understanding Gos concurrency model.- REST APIs : Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.- Microservices : Expertise in developing and maintaining microservices architectures.- Unit Testing : Strong skills in writing unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.Soft Skills :- Problem-Solving : Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.- Analytical Thinking : Strong analytical skills to evaluate system performance and identify areas for improvement.- Communication Skills : Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.- Attention to Detail : Meticulous approach to coding and system design, ensuring high quality and performance.- Adaptability : Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and changing requirements.Hard Skills :- Go Programming : Expert-level knowledge in Go and its application in backend development.- Concurrency : Proficient in handling concurrent tasks using Gos goroutines and channels.- REST APIs : Skilled in designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs.- Microservices : Experience with microservices, including deployment, scaling, and monitoring.- Unit Testing : Proficient in writing and maintaining unit tests to ensure code stability. (ref:hirist.tech)