Senior Software Engineer "Go/GoLang"

As a Senior Software Engineer at Evolve, your main responsibilities include building and maintaining APIs, collaborating with Agile teams to develop technical solutions, leading design review processes, and mentoring junior developers. You'll also be key in troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating with the Product and Engineering Managers to align on project goals. Your technical expertise in Go and AWS, alongside your problem-solving capabilities, will empower you to create effective and scalable software solutions.

To apply for the Senior Software Engineer role at Evolve, you should have at least 5 years of backend development experience, particularly in Go and NodeJS. Experience with AWS services and CI/CD tools is essential, along with solid knowledge of software engineering principles. Additionally, a proactive mindset, a collaborative spirit, and experience in Agile development will make you an ideal candidate for this creative and impactful position.

Yes! The Senior Software Engineer role at Evolve is a remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in the U.S., provided you reside in an approved location. This flexibility supports our team's diverse working styles while ensuring that you're not just a cog in the machine but an integral part of our mission to redefine vacation rentals.

Evolve is dedicated to supporting the professional growth of its team members through a variety of opportunities. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll participate in comprehensive onboarding programs, engage in continuous learning resources, and be part of a collaborative environment where mentorship plays a key role. We strive to create pathways for career development that empower you to enhance your skills and shape your career trajectory.

In the Senior Software Engineer role at Evolve, you can expect to work on exciting projects that involve building and maintaining integrations with various distribution partners, enhancing our APIs, and implementing new back-end features that directly improve user experience. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring that the solutions you develop are both innovative and aligned with our company's mission to make vacation rentals effortless for everyone.

To ensure quality in backend development, I focus on writing clean, modular code while adhering to coding standards. I also regularly perform code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and use unit tests to automate testing processes.

In my previous roles, I've successfully integrated various third-party APIs, focusing on understanding their architecture, ensuring efficient data exchange, and rigorously testing for reliability and performance.

Certainly! I encountered a multi-system bug that caused data discrepancies across our applications. By using advanced debugging tools and collaborating with cross-functional teams, I identified the source, implemented a robust solution, and added additional monitoring to prevent future recurrences.

I prioritize tasks based on urgency, project deadlines, and business impact. I use tools like Agile methods to keep track of progress, consult with team members for their insights, and stay flexible to re-evaluate priorities as project scopes evolve.

I believe in hands-on mentorship, which includes pairing programming sessions and encouraging independent problem-solving. Providing constructive feedback, celebrating their achievements, and creating a safe environment for them to ask questions are also vital.

Feedback is integral to my development process. I actively seek it from peers and supervisors to identify areas for improvement and enhance my coding techniques. This willingness to adapt leads to personal and project success.

I have extensive experience with AWS services, including using AWS Lambda for serverless deployments and RDS for database management. My familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes facilitates the deployment of scalable applications.

I have collaborated closely with DevOps teams to design and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and GitLab CI. This experience has allowed for smoother deployments and improved quality by automating testing and integration processes.

I employ a systematic approach to debugging, starting with understanding the business logic involved, using logs efficiently, and leveraging debugging tools. Collaboration with team members can also provide fresh perspectives that lead to solutions.

I prioritize documentation by keeping it clear and up-to-date throughout development. I use formats that facilitate easy access, such as wikis and README files, which are essential for team collaboration and future maintenance.