Lead Software Engineer (Golang)

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Argentina

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer with strong expertise in Golang to take ownership of the foundational services powering BigCommerce's API platform.

Our goal is to deliver robust, scalable systems that foster innovation for developers both internally and externally. In this leadership role, you will define architectural strategies, oversee critical projects, and align teams to achieve impactful outcomes.

Join a team of technical leaders and contribute significantly to globally distributed teams.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and optimization of services supporting BigCommerce APIs, ensuring reliability, scalability, and high performance
Develop tools to improve workflows and boost efficiency for teams working on API-related initiatives
Diagnose production issues, address challenges, and implement long-term solutions to enhance service reliability and operational processes
Create and maintain thorough documentation for workflows, technical decisions, and architectural standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across various time zones, serving as a central point of coordination between EU and US regions
Define and enforce engineering best practices centered on code quality, testing strategies, and maintainability
Research, evaluate, and integrate tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance scalability and project efficiency
Drive advancements in API architecture, focusing on modernization, extensibility, and alignment with long-term platform objectives
Partner with stakeholders to guide technical decision-making and ensure development priorities align with business goals
Mentor team members by offering technical expertise, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional growth
Take ownership of critical engineering projects, ensuring successful execution through teamwork and cross-team coordination
Represent the team in technical discussions across departments, advocating for platform-wide improvements and innovations

Requirements

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

Nice to have

Experience with frameworks and tools 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 collaboration tools like Jira for issue tracking and team management
Experience working with cloud platforms such as 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, demonstrating 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
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