Golang Job: Principal Golang Engineer

iO Associates is partnered with an innovative technology consultancy that builds custom software solutions for Fortune 500 companies and fast-scaling businesses. With a strong focus on innovation, cloud adoption, and digital transformation, they provide an exciting environment where talented engineers can thrive.

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Golang Engineer with strong AWS expertise and consulting experience to join the team on a long-term project. In this strategic role, you will lead the design and development of scalable backend systems, drive best practices across engineering, and work directly with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. You will also help shape product direction and influence technical decisions at the highest level.

In this Role You Will:

• Architect, design, and develop scalable applications and backend services using Golang.


• Build and optimize cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services.


• Manage and deploy containerized applications on Kubernetes clusters.


• Collaborate closely with clients, product managers, and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions.


• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ensuring performance and reliability.


• Conduct code reviews and mentor engineers to uphold engineering excellence.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in distributed systems.


• Contribute to continuous improvement of development practices, CI/CD, and DevOps processes.
  

Essential Experience:

• (required).


• Extensive production experience with Golang.


• Strong proficiency with AWS cloud services (ECS, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, API Gateway, etc.).


• Solid background in Kubernetes and containerization.


• Prior experience in consulting or client-facing roles with strong communication skills.


• Strong system design skills and ability to influence product roadmaps.
  

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with microservices architecture and API development.


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation for testing and deployment.


• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools for cloud-based applications.
  

Please Note:

• Fully Remote - US-based


• 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity

If you are looking for an opportunity to lead technical initiatives, deliver innovative cloud-native solutions, and make a measurable impact, apply today to join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.