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Job Overview

Golang API and Special Projects Developer

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Golang API and Special Projects Developer to join our Platform Tooling and Automation team. This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and high-performance backend services and broker applications. You will leverage modern development practices, integrate with diverse systems, and play a key role in special projects that drive innovation and efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• API & Broker Development:
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust RESTful APIs and critical Broker/Cron jobs primarily using Golang and Python.
  • Implement secure, scalable, and high-performance backend services, adhering to established standards and best practices.
  • Perform query optimization and apply concurrency patterns to enhance system efficiency and responsiveness.
  • Write clean, well-documented, maintainable, and reusable code, ensuring high code quality.
• System Integration & Data Management:
  • Integrate APIs and Brokers with various database systems (MySQL, MSSQL) and third-party tools such as Chef, Jenkins, and Ansible.
  • Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms utilizing OAuth 2.0 standards.
  • Leverage caching solutions (Memcached) and message queues (Kafka) to build high-throughput systems.
• DevOps & Operational Excellence:
  • Design, implement, and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines using Lightspeed, Harness, Helm, and OpenShift ECS.
  • Implement comprehensive monitoring and logging solutions using tools like Splunk, Grafana, and OpenShift ECS metrics.
  • Actively participate in sprint code reviews (PRs) and manage Release-for-Testing (RFT)/Release-for-Production (RFP) processes to ensure smooth deployments to higher environments.
• Collaboration & Client Engagement:
  • Collaborate effectively with frontend, broker, and Quality Assurance (QA) teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end API and Broker solutions.
  • Engage directly with clients and stakeholders for requirement gathering, system design, and providing optimal technical solutions.
  • Utilize GitHub and Git for robust version control.

Qualifications:

• Technical Proficiency:
  • Languages: Expert-level proficiency in Golang, with strong capabilities in Python.
  • Databases: Hands-on experience with MSSQL and MySQL.
  • Authentication/Authorization: In-depth knowledge and implementation experience with OAuth 2.0.
  • CI/CD: Experience with Lightspeed, Harness, Helm, and OpenShift ECS.
  • Containerization: Practical experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Messaging/Caching: Proven experience with Kafka and Memcached.
  • Monitoring/Logging: Familiarity with Splunk, Grafana, and OpenShift ECS metrics.
  • Version Control: Proficient in GitHub and Git.
  • Other Tools: Experience with S3, Chef, Jenkins, and Ansible.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to optimize API performance and apply concurrency patterns effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with technical teams and engaging with clients.
  • Proactive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Systems & Engineering

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

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