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Lead Software Engineer (Golang)

Remote in Argentina
Go Language
& 5 others
Argentina

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer with significant expertise in Golang to take ownership of the core services that power BigCommerce's API platform.

Our mission is to deliver efficient and scalable solutions that drive innovation for developers both within and outside the organization. In this leadership position, you will define architectural strategies, manage critical initiatives, and align teams to achieve meaningful results.

Join us as a technical leader and make a lasting impact on globally distributed teams.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee the design, development, and optimization of services that support BigCommerce APIs, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance
  • Build and implement tools to improve workflows and enhance productivity for teams working on API-related projects
  • Troubleshoot production issues, address challenges, and drive long-term improvements to enhance operational processes and service reliability
  • Maintain detailed documentation for workflows, technical decisions, and architectural best practices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across various time zones, serving as a key point of coordination between EU and US regions
  • Establish and promote engineering best practices with a focus on code quality, testing methodologies, and maintainability
  • Research and integrate new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance scalability and efficiency in projects
  • Lead the evolution of API architecture, focusing on modernization, extensibility, and alignment with long-term platform goals
  • Work closely with stakeholders to guide technical decision-making and ensure development goals align with business priorities
  • Mentor team members by providing technical guidance, fostering professional development, and promoting collaboration
  • Take ownership of major engineering projects, ensuring successful execution through teamwork and cross-team coordination
  • Represent the team in technical discussions across departments, advocating for platform-wide innovation and improvements
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 leadership or technical management role
  • Proven ability to design and implement scalable, reliable, and maintainable architectures for distributed systems
  • Expertise in building and maintaining fault-tolerant, highly available systems
  • Strong understanding of HTTP, RESTful API 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 branching strategies
  • Ability to write clean, modular, and testable code with strong unit and integration test coverage
  • Proven experience diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges in production environments
  • Experience collaborating effectively with distributed, cross-functional teams and leading cross-departmental initiatives
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and guide teams effectively under pressure, demonstrating 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 informed about emerging technologies and 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 such as 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 systems
  • Proficiency in additional programming languages such as JavaScript (Node.js), Scala, PHP, or Ruby, demonstrating flexibility 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