Backend Developer
UltaHostBrazil17 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyInformation Technology
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Job Title: Senior Backend Developer (Go)
Department: Engineering/Development
Reports To: Engineering Manager / CTO
Employment Type: Full-Time, Remote
Experience Level: Senior (6+ Years)
Compensation: Competitive Salary (USD)
Company Overview
Ultahost is a leading provider of premium web hosting services, recognized globally for delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower businesses worldwide. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a collaborative environment where talented professionals can thrive and make meaningful contributions to our growing success.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer with extensive expertise in Go programming, advanced IDE proficiency, and AI-powered development tools to architect and build robust, scalable backend systems. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who combines deep technical mastery in Go frameworks with innovative problem-solving skills and software architecture expertise. The successful candidate will play a critical role in designing our backend infrastructure, leading API development initiatives, and mentoring engineering practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Core Backend Development
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend applications and services using Go (Golang)
Architect and implement scalable backend solutions utilizing Fiber, Gin, and other Go frameworks
Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints for various client applications
Implement robust database integrations with SQL and NoSQL databases
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following Go best practices and idioms
Conduct comprehensive code reviews and provide technical mentorship to team members
Software Architecture and Design
Design and implement various software architectural patterns including microservices, clean architecture, hexagonal architecture, and domain-driven design
Create and maintain system architecture documentation and technical specifications
Refactor existing APIs and backend services to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability
Implement effective caching strategies and performance optimization techniques
Design fault-tolerant systems with proper error handling, logging, and monitoring
Collaborate on database schema design and optimization strategies
AI-Powered Development
Leverage advanced AI development tools including Claude Code, Cursor, Blackbox, and Roo Code to accelerate development workflows
Master GoLand IDE features and integrations to maximize development efficiency
Design and implement effective prompt engineering strategies for AI-assisted coding, debugging, and architectural planning
Stay current with emerging AI development tools and integrate them into backend development workflows
Train and mentor team members on AI tool utilization and advanced IDE techniques
DevOps and Infrastructure
Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing strategies
Work with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for deployment and scaling
Collaborate with DevOps team on infrastructure planning and optimization
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for backend services
Ensure security best practices in API development and data handling
Required Qualifications
Experience and Education
Minimum 6+ years of professional backend development experience with strong focus on Go programming
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Proven track record of building and deploying production-grade backend systems at scale
Technical Expertise
Expert-level proficiency in Go (Golang) with deep understanding of goroutines, channels, and concurrent programming
Advanced experience with GoLand IDE including debugging, refactoring tools, and productivity features
Hands-on expertise with Go frameworks including Fiber, Gin, and other popular Go web frameworks
Strong software architecture knowledge with ability to implement various architectural patterns (microservices, clean architecture, CQRS, etc.)
Proven experience in API development including RESTful services, GraphQL, and API versioning strategies
API refactoring expertise with ability to modernize and optimize existing backend services
Hands-on experience with AI development tools including Claude Code, Cursor, Blackbox, and Roo Code
Proven expertise in prompt engineering for AI-assisted backend development and problem-solving
Strong experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis)
Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
Professional Skills
Exceptional English communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with systems thinking approach
Proven ability to work independently and lead complex backend projects
Experience with agile development methodologies
Detail-oriented with strong focus on code quality and testing practices
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with additional Go frameworks and libraries (Echo, Beego, Revel)
Knowledge of message queuing systems (RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka, NATS)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their Go SDKs
Experience with gRPC and protocol buffers
Knowledge of monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
Understanding of security best practices and authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2)
Experience with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
Previous experience in hosting/SaaS/infrastructure industry
Experience mentoring junior and mid-level developers
Knowledge of performance profiling and optimization techniques in Go
Department: Engineering/Development
Reports To: Engineering Manager / CTO
Employment Type: Full-Time, Remote
Experience Level: Senior (6+ Years)
Compensation: Competitive Salary (USD)
Company Overview
Ultahost is a leading provider of premium web hosting services, recognized globally for delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower businesses worldwide. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a collaborative environment where talented professionals can thrive and make meaningful contributions to our growing success.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer with extensive expertise in Go programming, advanced IDE proficiency, and AI-powered development tools to architect and build robust, scalable backend systems. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who combines deep technical mastery in Go frameworks with innovative problem-solving skills and software architecture expertise. The successful candidate will play a critical role in designing our backend infrastructure, leading API development initiatives, and mentoring engineering practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Core Backend Development
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend applications and services using Go (Golang)
Architect and implement scalable backend solutions utilizing Fiber, Gin, and other Go frameworks
Develop and optimize RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints for various client applications
Implement robust database integrations with SQL and NoSQL databases
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following Go best practices and idioms
Conduct comprehensive code reviews and provide technical mentorship to team members
Software Architecture and Design
Design and implement various software architectural patterns including microservices, clean architecture, hexagonal architecture, and domain-driven design
Create and maintain system architecture documentation and technical specifications
Refactor existing APIs and backend services to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability
Implement effective caching strategies and performance optimization techniques
Design fault-tolerant systems with proper error handling, logging, and monitoring
Collaborate on database schema design and optimization strategies
AI-Powered Development
Leverage advanced AI development tools including Claude Code, Cursor, Blackbox, and Roo Code to accelerate development workflows
Master GoLand IDE features and integrations to maximize development efficiency
Design and implement effective prompt engineering strategies for AI-assisted coding, debugging, and architectural planning
Stay current with emerging AI development tools and integrate them into backend development workflows
Train and mentor team members on AI tool utilization and advanced IDE techniques
DevOps and Infrastructure
Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing strategies
Work with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for deployment and scaling
Collaborate with DevOps team on infrastructure planning and optimization
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for backend services
Ensure security best practices in API development and data handling
Required Qualifications
Experience and Education
Minimum 6+ years of professional backend development experience with strong focus on Go programming
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Proven track record of building and deploying production-grade backend systems at scale
Technical Expertise
Expert-level proficiency in Go (Golang) with deep understanding of goroutines, channels, and concurrent programming
Advanced experience with GoLand IDE including debugging, refactoring tools, and productivity features
Hands-on expertise with Go frameworks including Fiber, Gin, and other popular Go web frameworks
Strong software architecture knowledge with ability to implement various architectural patterns (microservices, clean architecture, CQRS, etc.)
Proven experience in API development including RESTful services, GraphQL, and API versioning strategies
API refactoring expertise with ability to modernize and optimize existing backend services
Hands-on experience with AI development tools including Claude Code, Cursor, Blackbox, and Roo Code
Proven expertise in prompt engineering for AI-assisted backend development and problem-solving
Strong experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis)
Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
Professional Skills
Exceptional English communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with systems thinking approach
Proven ability to work independently and lead complex backend projects
Experience with agile development methodologies
Detail-oriented with strong focus on code quality and testing practices
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with additional Go frameworks and libraries (Echo, Beego, Revel)
Knowledge of message queuing systems (RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka, NATS)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their Go SDKs
Experience with gRPC and protocol buffers
Knowledge of monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
Understanding of security best practices and authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2)
Experience with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
Previous experience in hosting/SaaS/infrastructure industry
Experience mentoring junior and mid-level developers
Knowledge of performance profiling and optimization techniques in Go
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