ABOUT INVERTASE
At Invertase, we're dedicated to empowering developers with tools and resources to transform their experience engineering exceptional applications. We partner with industry-leading technology companies to develop and maintain world-class SDKs and developer tools.
LOCATION
Fully remote
OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a skilled Mid-level Go-lang Software Engineer to contribute to the development of Go SDKs and libraries used by developers worldwide.
In this role, you will join a collaborative, distributed team to design and maintain licensed Go SDK, APIs and developer tooling.
You will also engage with the open-source community through GitHub issues and pull requests, helping guide usage and improve the quality of the SDKs based on real-world feedback.
This role offers the chance to deepen your Go skills, work with modern tooling, and contribute to SDKs that developers rely on in production. If you enjoy building tools for other developers, collaborating openly, and working on well-designed libraries, we encourage you to apply.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* SDK Development: Develop high-quality, well-documented SDKs using Go (and potentially other languages), covering front-end, back-end, libraries, APIs, and tools.
* Code Quality: Ensure code maintainability, readability, and scalability by adhering to coding standards and best practices.
* Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with your team, participate in code reviews, and provide constructive feedback.
* Community Engagement: Engage with the open-source community by contributing to projects, documentation, and discussions.
* Problem Solving & Analysis: Debug, analyse, and resolve complex technical issues related to SDK functionality, performance, and integration.
* Technical Excellence: Stay at the forefront of software development through continuous learning and skill development.
* Developer Experience: Design intuitive APIs, create comprehensive documentation, and build tools that enhance developer productivity.
* Client Success: Understand client needs, deliver high-quality solutions, and ensure engagements are completed on time and to a high standard.
* Testing & DevOps: Write unit and integration tests, participate in CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to the deployment and maintenance of SDKs.
* Innovation & Mentorship: Explore new technologies, contribute to the innovation of SDK development, and mentor junior developers.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
* Engineering Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a software engineering role.
* Programming Languages: Proficiency in Go-lang. Experience with JavaScript and TypeScript or other back-end languages is a plus.
* Core Go Engineering:
* Experience managing complex dependencies using Go Modules and multi-module Workspaces..
* Ability to optimize build pipelines and produce lean binaries using go build and ldflags.
* Concurrency & Flow Control:
* Deep understanding of Go's concurrency model, including the safe use of Goroutines, Channels, and WaitGroups.
* Proficiency with the Context package to manage request lifecycles, cancellations, and deadlines in distributed systems.
* Code Quality & Design:
* Experience in using Generics (1.18+) to write DRY code.
* Strong patterns for data validation using Struct Tags and the standard library to ensure API contract integrity.
* Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure, Firebase, Supabase).
* API Development: Experience developing and consuming web APIs and RESTful services.
* AI & Integration: Familiarity with integrating 3rd party services and handling large-scale data streams or LLM orchestration patterns is highly desirable.
* GitHub & Open Source: Familiarity with GitHub workflows and a passion for open-source development.
* Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively.
* DevOps: Hands-on experience with DevOps processes, particularly CI/CD pipelines.
CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES
* Collaborate with Industry Leaders: Collaborate directly with engineers at other leading technology companies to define the future of their developer platforms.
* Shape the Developer Experience: Contribute to the evolution of SDK design, exploring new approaches to improve developer experience, efficiency, and satisfaction.
* Drive Open Source Innovation: Contribute to and lead open-source projects, fostering a collaborative community and pushing the boundaries of SDK development.
* Become a Recognised Expert: Showcase your work through open-source contributions, technical blog posts, conference presentations, and community engagement.
* Make a Global Impact: Develop tools and resources that empower millions of developers worldwide to build better applications and shape the future of the app development landscape.
BENEFITS
* Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary and benefits package ranging between £35,000 - £45,0000 that reflects your skills and experience.
* Work From Anywhere: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely from wherever you're most productive.
* Flexible Hours: Set your own schedule to achieve a healthy work-life balance when it works for you.
* Growth-Oriented Culture: We invest in your professional development with training, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities.
* Top-Tier Tech: We provide you with the best hardware, software, and resources to do your best work.
* Comprehensive Health Benefits: We offer private medical insurance covering medical, mental health, dental, and vision needs.
* Open Source Friendly: We support your involvement in OSS projects with a fair and balanced IP agreement, encouraging contributions, even during work hours.