Go Engineer - London - Energy Software Company Location: Hybrid (London / Remote UK) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive benefits stock options About Us We're working with an energy technology company that's on a mission to accelerate the global transition to clean, reliable, and intelligent energy systems. Our software platform empowers utilities, grid operators, and renewable energy providers to manage energy assets, forecast demand, and optimize performance in real time. As we continue to scale, we’re looking for talented engineers who want to build meaningful technology that drives sustainability and innovation in one of the most critical industries of our time. The Role They're seeking a Golang Software Engineer to join our backend engineering team. You’ll design, develop, and maintain the core systems that power our energy intelligence platform — from real-time data processing to distributed services that handle millions of data points daily. What You’ll Do Develop high-performance backend services and APIs using Go (Golang). Collaborate with data and DevOps teams to deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions. Design and implement reliable microservices that integrate with IoT devices, energy assets, and analytics pipelines. Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability across our systems. Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and agile ceremonies. Contribute to our mission of building cleaner, smarter, and more resilient energy infrastructure. What they are looking for 3 years of professional experience in backend software development (with at least 1–2 years using Golang). Solid understanding of distributed systems, concurrency, and API design. Experience with PostgreSQL, Kafka, Redis, or similar technologies. Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Strong problem-solving skills and attention to performance and reliability. Bonus points for experience in the energy sector, IoT systems, or data engineering. Why Join Shape technology that enables a sustainable energy future. Competitive pay, stock options, and flexible working hours. Collaborative, mission-driven culture with a focus on innovation and impact. Opportunities for growth, learning, and working with cutting-edge technologies. Join a team passionate about solving real-world problems at global scale.