Sr Backend Engineer - Golang (3 month contract) at Skilldlabs

JOB TITLE: Sr Backend Engineer - Golang (Remote)

LOCATION: Latin American locations only – Remote

COMMITMENT: Full time

Company Overview:

SkilldLabs is a product built from the challenges of our past. Hiring quality talent, working together in the same time-zone, and building cutting edge products at warp speed. We help startups overcome today's hiring challenges. Today, we have grown into a leading staff augmentation provider of highly skilled teams of nearshore experts.

Our client:

We are a dynamic team building cutting-edge custom web applications for clients across various industries. We leverage modern frameworks and tools to deliver scalable, user-friendly solutions. Join us as we create applications that blend beautiful design with robust functionality.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will lead the development of the server-side logic, APIs, and database design for our web applications. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, design scalable architectures, and ensure the performance and reliability of our backend systems. You’ll also collaborate with the frontend team to build cohesive and high-performing applications.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust APIs and backend services to support frontend and mobile applications.
• Architect scalable and maintainable systems using modern frameworks.
• Optimize system performance for high traffic and large-scale deployments.
• Write secure, clean, and efficient code following industry best practices.
• Lead the design and management of databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Develop automated tests and maintain deployment pipelines using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers and product teams to align backend functionality with project goals.

Requirements:

• 5+ years in backend development, proficiency in the Go language.
• Expertise in at least one modern technology such as Gin.
• Strong knowledge of database design and management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, including serverless and containerized applications.
• Understanding of RESTful API design, GraphQL, and real-time systems (WebSockets).
• Experience with microservices, authentication protocols (OAuth, JWT), and CI/CD workflows.
• Leadership experience, excellent problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in building e-commerce applications and integrating APIs such as Shopify.
• Knowledge of modern DevOps practices, including infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Prior experience in architecting large-scale systems or working as a technical lead.
  
• Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities.
• Balances technical expertise with a practical, customer-focused approach.
• Excels at managing relationships and solving problems collaboratively with customers.
• Handles ambiguous challenges with creativity and independence.
  

What we offer:

• 3 month contractor contract (Possibility of extension)
• Paid online learning
• Family Leave
• Computer Sponsor program
• Sponsored certifications
• Payment in USD
  

If you are passionate about Backend stack development, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are excited about contributing to a groundbreaking project, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of the team that is shaping the future at Skilldlabs!