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# Senior/Lead GoLang Developer

- **Company:** Tek Ninjas
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Github, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, MySQL, RabbitMQ, Redis, Prometheus, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Web Applications, Scripting, ReactJS, Grafana, Concurrency, Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Restful APIs, Terraform, Grpc, Dynatrace, Docker, Jenkins, Golang, Microservices
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/881705c0-7250-4f79-a950-347754929cb5/seniorlead-golang-developer

## About the Role

* 9+ years of overall software development experience.
 * 6+ years of hands-on experience with GoLang development.
 * 6+ years of experience with Python development.
 * 6+ years of experience with React.js and modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks.
 * Strong experience designing and building scalable, high-performance microservices., * GoLang (6+ years) - Goroutines, Channels, Concurrency, REST APIs, gRPC, Microservices.
 * Python (6+ years) - API development, automation, scripting.
 * React.js (6+ years) - Hooks, State Management, TypeScript.
 * Strong proficiency in Data Structures, Algorithms, and Design Patterns.
 * Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis.
 * Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
 * Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
 * Knowledge of Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging systems.
 * Experience with Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or other CI/CD tools.
 * Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK.

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with Event-Driven Architecture.
 * Knowledge of GraphQL.
 * Experience with Terraform or Infrastructure as Code.
 * Exposure to OpenTelemetry and distributed tracing.
 * Prior experience leading teams or owning technical delivery.

Education

 * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

## Description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Go Developer with 9+ years of software development experience and at least 6+ years of hands-on GoLang development experience. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in backend engineering, microservices architecture, cloud-native development, and modern frontend development using React., * Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using GoLang.

 * Build RESTful APIs, gRPC services, and microservices architectures.
 * Develop automation, integrations, and backend services using Python.
 * Create responsive and user-friendly web applications using React.js.
 * Architect cloud-native solutions and participate in technical design discussions.
 * Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile environments.
 * Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
 * Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve production issues.