Staff Backend Engineer (Go)

As a Staff Backend Engineer (Go) at Bestow, your responsibilities will include developing core services primarily using Golang and PostgreSQL, resolving issues with previously delivered features, and encouraging automation while fostering continuous improvement. You'll work closely with product managers and designers to define and prioritize the product roadmap, while also writing unit and integration tests to ensure robust code quality.

To apply for the Staff Backend Engineer (Go) position at Bestow, you should have at least 8 years of professional experience in backend software development, with a preference for experience in Golang. Familiarity with Docker, distributed systems, CI/CD practices, and API design is also highly desirable. Your ability to work collaboratively and innovate will be key in this role.

Bestow values work-life balance and offers flexible paid time off, a parental leave program, and remote work options for Staff Backend Engineers. We understand the importance of personal time and actively support our team members in balancing their professional and personal commitments.

At Bestow, the engineering team is made up of various functional areas, including product engineering, infrastructure, and data & analytics. Staff Backend Engineers will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the holistic development of our platform, and will work under the mentorship and guidance of engineering leadership to enhance individual growth.

The culture at Bestow is innovative, inclusive, and empowering. We promote diversity and authenticity among our team members, striving to create a safe and comfortable work environment. As a Staff Backend Engineer (Go), you'll be part of a mission-driven team where your ideas are valued, and collaboration is encouraged, ensuring everyone can contribute to the company's success.

When responding, highlight specific projects where you utilized Golang, mentioning frameworks or libraries you used and how they contributed to the project's success. Discuss any challenges faced and how you overcame them, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Share your testing strategy, emphasizing the importance of creating reliable tests to ensure code robustness. Provide examples of test cases from previous experiences, and explain how these tests improved code quality and minimized bugs post-deployment.

Discuss your methodology for diagnosing issues, which may involve reviewing logs, collaborating with team members, and analyzing code. Emphasize the value of teamwork and communication in resolving these issues effectively and the steps you took to ensure similar problems wouldn't arise in the future.

Provide a detailed account of your experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery, including the tools you've used and how CI/CD has streamlined the development process in your previous roles. Highlight the benefits it has brought to your teams, such as improved deployment speed and reduced error rates.

Share specific examples of API design projects, detailing the tools and technologies you used, such as Protocol Buffers or Swagger. Discuss the importance of designing APIs that are user-friendly and scalable, and any lessons learned throughout the design process.

Explain your approach to code reviews, focusing on constructive feedback and collaboration. Highlight the importance of knowledge sharing and team improvement, and detail a specific instance where your feedback led to improved code quality or team learning.

Discuss best practices in software security such as input validation, authentication, and regular security assessments. Mention specific tools or methodologies you've employed to identify vulnerabilities and how you implemented security measures to protect systems.

Provide details about your experience using Docker, including how it has improved your development environment and deployment processes. Discuss any challenges you've faced with containerization and how you overcame them, emphasizing the benefits it brought to your team.

Emphasize the importance of communication and collaboration in aligning technical capabilities with product vision. Share examples of how you've facilitated discussions between stakeholders to ensure all parties understand the project direction and objectives.

Describe your approach to task prioritization, including methodologies such as Agile or Kanban. Highlight how you assess project requirements, deadlines, and team capacity to effectively manage your workload without sacrificing quality.