Backend Engineer (Mid/Senior)

We Are

YouTrip is at the forefront of Asia's financial revolution, defining the future of digital finance with its leading multi-currency payment platform. Launched in 2018, YouTrip has swiftly ascended as a powerhouse, orchestrating billions in transactions annually and securing the trust of millions. With innovative solutions like YouTrip for consumers and YouBiz for businesses, we offer unmatched financial ease and cost-effectiveness. Fresh off a successful US$50 million Series B funding round led by Lightspeed Venture, we're setting new benchmarks in the digital financial services sector.

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to eliminate financial borders across Asia, propelling us into the next wave of digital finance.

Job Description: Mid/Senior Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mid/Senior Software Engineer with an exceptional command of Golang to join our dynamic team. As a Mid/Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing high-performance, scalable, and secure server-side applications using Golang. Your expertise shall be instrumental in building robust, reliable, and efficient solutions that drive the success of our projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of sophisticated, high availability, and secured server-side applications with a primary focus on Golang.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, architect solutions, and deliver high-quality software products.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your engineering expertise and best practices to foster skill development within the team.
• Analyze and optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of existing Golang applications, making strategic improvements where necessary.
• Design and implement automated unit and integration tests to ensure code quality, maintainability, and stability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in software technologies, recommending their adoption when appropriate.
• Champion code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical documentation to maintain high development standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, providing innovative solutions to overcome challenges.
• Contribute to the recruitment and hiring process by participating in interviews, evaluating candidates, and providing input on hiring decisions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development, with substantial experience in Golang and cloud infrastructure.
• Expert-level proficiency in designing and developing high-performance, concurrent applications with Golang, Java, or Python.
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools, including unit testing and integration testing for Golang applications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, collaborate effectively with teams, and mentor junior engineers.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Having prior experience in the FinTech domain would be an added advantage.