Sr. Engineer

About the Company

Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We're looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed
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About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Golang Engineer to lead the development of robust, scalable backend systems and services. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Golang, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for designing high-performance, distributed systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and optimize mission-critical applications.

Location.
This role is office-based at our Trivandrum, Kerala office.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Golang.
• Architect scalable, secure, and reliable systems and APIs.
• Optimize applications for maximum performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with DevOps, front-end, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and mentorship of junior engineers.
• Write clean, testable, and well-documented code.
• Debug and resolve production issues and implement long-term fixes.
• Stay current with new technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in Golang.
• Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and microservices using Golang.
• Strong understanding of concurrency, memory management, and performance optimization.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Strong debugging and performance tuning skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience with message brokers and event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
• Contributions to open-source Golang projects.
• Knowledge of GraphQL or gRPC.

Compensation & Benefits

For India-based candidates:
We offer a competitive base salary along with equity options, providing an opportunity to share in the success and growth of Armada.

You're a Great Fit if You're

• A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge
• A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
• A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda
• Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.