Senior Software Engineer, Platform Development

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer, Platform Development

At [Company Name], we are pioneers in cloud-native AI solutions, transforming how businesses leverage data for predictive insights and operational excellence. Our mission is to empower enterprises with intelligent, scalable, and secure platforms that drive innovation and accelerate growth. We foster a culture of relentless curiosity, collaborative problem-solving, and continuous improvement, where every engineer is empowered to make a significant impact and shape the future of our technology.

The Opportunity

We are actively seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic Platform Development team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining the core services and infrastructure that underpin our flagship AI products. You will be challenged to solve complex technical problems, advocate for engineering best practices, and contribute significantly to the scalability, reliability, and performance of our distributed systems. This is an exceptional opportunity for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and is eager to work on cutting-edge technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure microservices and APIs using Go and modern architectural patterns, focusing on high availability and fault tolerance.
• Develop and maintain core platform infrastructure, including data streaming pipelines, distributed caching layers, message queues, and automated deployment systems.
• Collaborate extensively with product managers, data scientists, and other engineering teams to translate complex requirements into technical designs and deliver high-quality features on time.
• Champion code quality through rigorous unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, comprehensive code reviews, and adherence to established engineering best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability, actively participating in on-call rotations to ensure the stability and health of production systems.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, sharing knowledge, promoting skill development, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning within the team.
• Research, evaluate, and integrate new technologies and tools to enhance our platform’s capabilities, improve development velocity, and solve emerging challenges.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and help define the long-term technical roadmap and strategy for our core platform.

What You Bring (Required Skills & Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical work experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong emphasis on backend, distributed systems, or platform engineering.
• Expert proficiency in Go (Golang), with a deep understanding of its concurrency model, error handling, and performance characteristics.
• Profound understanding of distributed systems principles, microservices architecture, and API design (RESTful, gRPC).
• Extensive experience with both relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Cassandra, Redis), including schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Strong hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including services like EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, EKS/GKE/AKS, or similar.
• Solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns, with the ability to apply them to solve real-world problems.
• Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, CircleCI).
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving complex technical challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Skills & Qualifications)

• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Prior experience with stream processing technologies (e.g., Kafka, Flink) or message queuing systems (e.g., RabbitMQ, SQS).
• Knowledge of observability tools and practices (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog).
• Experience with performance profiling and benchmarking of distributed systems.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal technical projects.
• Understanding of machine learning pipelines or MLOps concepts.

Why Join Us?

• High Impact Work: Contribute directly to the core technology that powers our innovative AI products and impacts our customers globally.
• Innovation & Growth: Work on cutting-edge technologies, solve challenging problems, and enjoy abundant opportunities for professional development, learning, and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team that values open communication, mutual respect, and shared success.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive an attractive salary package, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements, generous paid time off, and a focus on employee well-being.
• Modern Workspace: Enjoy state-of-the-art office facilities, catered lunches, free snacks, and regular team-building events.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate and experienced Senior Software Engineer looking to make a significant impact on a cutting-edge AI platform, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your detailed resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you’d be an excellent fit for [Company Name] via our careers page: Apply Here.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.