Job Description

Job Title: Golang Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing internal tools and applications for the development team. This role requires independent work and the ability to create a pipeline of work based on requirements. You will transform requirements into a road map and execute development processes efficiently.
Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand their use cases, pain points, and requirements, advocating for user-centric software solutions.
• Solve complex problems by designing, developing, and delivering solutions using various tools, languages, frameworks, and methodologies such as agile.
• Create high-level software architecture designs outlining the overall structure, components, and interfaces of applications.
• Design and implement functionalities for Golang-based command-line tools.
• Develop and implement unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Write technical specifications for new features and improvements.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Contribute to process improvements, CI/CD pipelines, and toolchain upgrades.

Essential Skills

• Strong proficiency in SQL, including advanced query writing, stored procedure development, and robust relational database design principles.
• Full-stack development experience with a deep understanding of seamless integration between front-end and back-end systems.
• Proven experience integrating diverse services and systems through APIs such as RESTful, gRPC, or direct communication over a bus.
• Commitment to software quality, including expertise in testing methodologies such as unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Ability to conceptualize, design, and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 8 years of total engineering experience with a strong hands-on engineering experience.
• 5 years of production Golang development focused on CLI/DevOps/API work.
• Experience with API's and infrastructure, especially with Azure and GCP.
• Experience with CI/CD processes and GitHub Actions.
• Proactive mindset with a strong ability to independently research, learn, and find solutions to unfamiliar challenges.
• Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous professional growth.
• Familiarity with microservices architectures and event-driven systems is a plus.

Work Environment
Work in the office four days a week, with the flexibility to work from any office location in Canada. You will be developing tools and automation for internal teams, optimizing the development process. Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Oakville, ON. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr. Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Oakville,ON.
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