Senior Golang Backend Developer

As a Senior Golang Backend Developer at DEUNA, your primary responsibilities will include creating, testing, and maintaining applications and services using Golang. You'll work on code optimization to enhance performance, design software architecture for new applications, and connect services through APIs. Additionally, you'll write automated tests to uphold software quality and participate in code reviews to ensure best practices. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key as you'll need to communicate effectively with other developers, designers, and business members to achieve project goals.

To qualify for the Senior Golang Backend Developer position at DEUNA, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A proven track record of at least 5 years as a Backend Developer specializing in Golang is essential. You should have a strong understanding of software architecture principles, experience with RESTful APIs and gRPC, and proficiency in writing automated tests. Excellent collaboration skills and familiarity with security best practices in software development are also required.

At DEUNA, the work culture for a Senior Golang Backend Developer is vibrant and collaborative. We pride ourselves on having a multicultural team spread across LATAM, fostering a dynamic environment where innovation thrives. You'll be empowered to take ownership of projects, work closely with talented individuals, and participate in an agile and startup-centric atmosphere. Our focus on continuous improvement means you’ll always have the opportunity to learn and grow while working on high-impact solutions.

DEUNA offers a range of attractive benefits for its Senior Golang Backend Developers. You’ll enjoy vacation time and additional PTO, flexible remote work options, and economic support for your internet and cellphone costs. Furthermore, we believe in sharing our success, which is why we offer stock options to our team members. We also provide opportunities for career growth within a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team that’s focused on cutting-edge technology.

To stand out in your application for the Senior Golang Backend Developer role at DEUNA, tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in Golang and relevant software development experience. Include specific examples of projects you've worked on, especially those that demonstrate your skills in API integration and automated testing. Show your passion for innovation and team collaboration in your cover letter, and don't hesitate to express your excitement about contributing to a fast-growing startup in the payments space.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you've utilized Golang and detail what aspects of the language you find appealing, such as its performance, simplicity, or concurrency model. Share how you've leveraged Golang's features to solve complex problems effectively.

In your response, share a detailed account of a specific project. Discuss the challenges you faced, how you approached them, the tools or methods you used, and what the ultimate outcomes were. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively.

You can answer this question by discussing your familiarity with writing automated tests, participating in code reviews, and trying to adhere to best practices in software development. Explain how you approach testing and ensure that your code is maintainable and scalable.

In response, mention specific strategies like using RESTful APIs and gRPC. Explain your approach to ensuring reliable and efficient integration, including error handling and performance considerations. Discuss any tools or libraries you prefer using for these tasks.

Share a specific example of an application you improved and describe your approach to performance optimization. Discuss how you identified bottlenecks, implemented changes, and measured the impact of your improvements.

Your answer should reflect your communication skills and collaboration experience. Discuss how you engage with team members from different disciplines and your methods for ensuring that everyone is aligned toward common goals.

Discuss your understanding of security practices such as data encryption, validating inputs, and implementing access controls. Share how you keep security in mind throughout the development lifecycle and any tools you use to enhance your code’s security.

When discussing prioritization, share specific examples of how you've managed your workload in previous roles. Highlight your ability to assess urgency, importance, and impact when deciding what tasks to tackle first.

Explain your views on code reviews as a vital part of maintaining a high level of code quality. Discuss how you approach reviews—both as a reviewer and reviewee—and the importance of constructive feedback for professional growth.

In your response, share your enthusiasm for DEUNA's innovative approach and the opportunity to work in a dynamic startup environment. Discuss your appreciation for being part of a team that's impacting the payments landscape and how your skills align with DEUNA’s mission.