Job Description
Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a skilled Golang Developer to join our development team in Bangalore. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain backend microservices and APIs utilizing Golang, ensuring scalable, secure, and high-performing applications. Your contributions will support ongoing digital initiatives, enhance system integrations, and maintain high-quality software delivery. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to a fast-paced environment focused on building reliable and efficient backend solutions.
Software Requirements
Required: Golang (version 1.16+), Docker, Buildkite, Git, relational databases (PostgreSQL), NoSQL databases (DynamoDB), API design tools (Postman or similar)
Preferred: Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation), observability tools (Datadog, CloudWatch), AWS services (Lambda, EventBridge, SQS/SNS)
Experience level: Practical experience with cloud-native backend development, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines is essential
Overall Responsibilities
Develop and maintain backend microservices and RESTful APIs using Golang
Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to create scalable, secure, and reliable service components
Support existing applications through debugging, optimization, and performance enhancements
Integrate backend services with databases, messaging systems, and internal APIs
Participate actively in Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, planning, and code reviews
Contribute to continuous integration and deployment pipelines to enable rapid and reliable releases
Write and maintain clear technical documentation for developed applications and APIs
Actively troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting system performance and stability
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages:
Required: Golang (1.16+), SQL
Preferred: Additional scripting languages like Python or Bash for automation
Databases/Data Management:
PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, or equivalent NoSQL/Relational databases
Cloud Technologies:
AWS (preferred), with understanding of core services like EC2, Lambda, S3, SQS, API Gateway
Frameworks and Libraries:
REST API design, Microservice architecture, API testing tools (Postman)
Development Tools & Methodologies:
Git, Buildkite or similar CI/CD tools, Agile/Scrum practices, Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform preferred)
Security Protocols:
Basic understanding of OAuth2, JWT, secure API design, and secure coding practices
Experience Requirements
3–4 years of hands-on experience developing backend applications with Golang
Demonstrable experience building and scaling microservices in a cloud environment
Experience integrating with databases, message brokers (Kafka, SQS, EventBridge)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments (Docker)
Industry experience in finance, fintech, or regulated sectors is advantageous but not mandatory
Alternative: Extensive enterprise backend development with other programming languages supplemented with Golang learning
Day-to-Day Activities
Design, implement, and optimize backend microservices and APIs in Golang
Collaborate with QA and DevOps teams during development, testing, and deployment cycles
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance and reliability
Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery
Write and review code, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices
Update technical documentation, user guides, and contribute to team knowledge sharing
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Proven experience with Golang application development and microservices architecture
Good understanding of RESTful API design, security best practices, and database management
Certification in cloud services (AWS Cloud Practitioner, Solutions Architect, or similar) is a plus
Strong motivation for continuous learning and professional growth
Professional Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on clean, efficient code
Effective team collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently, own tasks, and deliver high-quality work within deadlines
Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and technological updates
Attention to detail, quality, and best practices in software development
Commitment to producing reliable, maintainable, and scalable code
SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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