Senior Go Engineer

Senior Golang (Go) Engineer

Are you a seasoned Golang Engineer looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your technical expertise can make a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you!

We’re seeking a Senior Golang Engineer to join our high-performing team, where you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimising innovative software solutions. You’ll work closely with Product, Architecture, and Principal Engineers to deliver robust, scalable applications while mentoring and guiding junior engineers.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and implement high-quality, scalable software solutions in Go.
• Work across all stages of the software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment and maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver technical solutions.
• Optimise performance, resolve technical issues, and enhance existing systems.
• Guide and mentor Junior Engineers, sharing best practices and knowledge.
• Stay ahead of the curve by exploring new technologies and methodologies.
• Maintain technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For:
Essential:

• Extensive experience with Golang, including frameworks like Echo, Gin, or Gorilla Mux.
• A strong understanding of software development best practices, including CI/CD, TDD, and scalable microservices architecture.
• Solid knowledge of machine learning techniques to enhance search capabilities.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Any knowledge of Python, Rust, PHP, or Perl is highly beneficial.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary (£60,000 - £80,000) depending on experience.
• Hybrid working (2 days a week in the Reading offices)
• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and diverse team.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that drive real value.
• Support for professional growth, mentorship, and learning opportunities.
• A culture that values inclusion, flexibility, and work-life balance.

If you’re passionate about software engineering and eager to make a difference, apply today!

If you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three - five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch.