Senior Backend Engineer – Core Services

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong experience in Golang and Kubernetes to join our core product team. In this role, you'll design and build high‑performance, cloud‑native back‑end systems and scalable APIs to support AI workloads, including LLMs and GPU‑based services.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust applications and services in Go.
• Implement secure, reliable APIs (gRPC/REST) and backend systems.
• Work with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases for high‑performance querying and storage.
• Deploy and operate applications in Kubernetes, leveraging Helm charts and the Kubernetes API.
• Contribute to architectural discussions, providing input on design reviews and system evolution.
• Maintain high standards for code quality, observability, and maintainability through reviews and best practices.

Required profile

• Proven experience developing production systems in Golang.
• Hands‑on experience designing and deploying distributed systems and APIs (gRPC, REST) in production environments.
• Proven ability to improve software quality through unit testing, integration testing, code reviews, and clean‑code principles.
• Deep knowledge of Kubernetes and cloud‑native architectures.
• Hands‑on experience with containers, Helm, and microservice design patterns.
• Ability to work autonomously with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Experience collaborating effectively with front‑end developers and cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• Golang
• Kubernetes
• gRPC
• REST
• PostgreSQL
• Helm
• Docker (containers)
• Microservice design
• CI/CD workflows
• DevOps practices
• LLM deployment
• GPU workloads (vLLM, KServe)

What we offer

• 25 days of annual leave.
• Private medical insurance via Bupa.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Gympass subscription to various gyms and wellbeing apps.
• Participation in the company shares program.
• Enhanced parental pay and leave.
• Dedicated learning time for new skills and projects.
• Open communication, regular feedback, and a results‑over‑hierarchy culture.