Lead Software Engineer (Golang)

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Argentina

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer with extensive expertise in Golang to oversee the key services driving BigCommerce's API platform.

Our mission is to deliver scalable and dependable systems that empower developers to innovate both inside and outside the organization. In this leadership position, you will define architectural strategies, manage essential projects, and align teams to achieve impactful outcomes.

Join a team of experienced technical leaders and contribute to globally distributed teams making a significant impact.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, design, and optimization of services supporting BigCommerce APIs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high performance
Create and implement tools to enhance workflows and improve efficiency for teams working on API-related initiatives
Resolve production challenges, troubleshoot issues, and implement long-term solutions to enhance service reliability and operational processes
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for workflows, architectural decisions, and technical standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones, serving as a primary coordination point between EU and US regions
Define and uphold engineering best practices focused on code quality, testing methodologies, and maintainability
Research, evaluate, and adopt tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve scalability and adaptability across projects
Enhance API architecture by driving modernization, extensibility, and alignment with long-term platform objectives
Work closely with stakeholders to guide technical decision-making and ensure alignment between development priorities and business goals
Mentor team members by providing technical expertise, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional growth
Take responsibility for critical engineering initiatives, ensuring successful completion through teamwork and coordination across departments
Represent the team in technical discussions across the organization, advocating for platform-wide enhancements and innovations

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience in software development, with a minimum of 3 years focused on Golang
At least 1 year of experience in a leadership or technical management role
Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable, and reliable architectures for distributed systems
Experience building and maintaining highly available, fault-tolerant systems
Strong understanding of HTTP, RESTful API design principles, and adherence to API standards
Advanced knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, including schema design, query optimization, and troubleshooting
Extensive experience with Git version control, including advanced workflows such as rebasing, resolving conflicts, and managing branching strategies
Ability to write clean, modular, and testable code with comprehensive unit and integration test coverage
Proven track record of diagnosing and solving complex technical issues in production environments
Experience collaborating with distributed, cross-functional teams and leading cross-departmental initiatives
Ability to prioritize tasks and guide teams effectively in high-pressure situations, demonstrating strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Experience shaping and influencing technical roadmaps while aligning them with organizational objectives
Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends
Fluent English skills (B2+ or higher), with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Nice to have

Experience with tools and frameworks such as gRPC, GraphQL, MCP, RabbitMQ, Redis, Docker, or CircleCI
Familiarity with observability tools such as Kibana, Prometheus, Grafana, or Lightstep for monitoring and debugging distributed systems
Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience using platforms such as Jira for issue tracking and team management
Experience working with cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Amazon Web Services (AWS) for deploying and scaling production environments
Proficiency in additional programming languages such as JavaScript (Node.js), Scala, PHP, or Ruby, showcasing adaptability across diverse technology stacks

We offer/Benefits

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn