Senior Software Engineer - Golang

This is a permanent full-time remote opportunity for those based in Ireland. About Nearform Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact. Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI. Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart. As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products. Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems. About the Senior Golang Engineer role As a Senior Engineer at Nearform your main task will be designing & building applications using Golang. However as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects your responsibilities may also include: • Supporting component design, development and maintenance and taking responsibility for personal technical quality standards within the project team. • Assisting with defining structured practices, especially in source code management, building and deployment. • Designing and implementing data storage solutions. • Optimising performance in applications for maximum speed and scalability. • Getting feedback from users and clients, and building solutions for them. • Assisting with the analysis of client requirements. • Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery. • Collaborating with client teams. What we are looking for in this person: • Significant experience delivering at a Senior Engineer level. Our Seniors typically have at least 6 years’ commercial experience. • Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment. • Practical experience and knowledge of developing real-world solutions. • Deep knowledge and experience with Golang. • Deep knowledge and experience with Kubernetes. • Deep understanding of versioning control tools - e.g. Git. • Testing experience and familiarity with testing tools at all levels, unit, integration and end to end testing. • Practical and real world experience working with databases and cloud environments. • Experience with automation, CI and CD. • Experience building software collaboratively using pull requests and code reviews • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Professional proficiency in English. Benefits & Perks: • Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance. • Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! • Paid Time Off Package - We offer an annual leave of 24 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more. • Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join.