Lead Software Engineer (Golang)

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We are searching for a Lead Software Engineer with deep expertise in Golang to take ownership of the core services powering BigCommerce's API platform.

Our objective is to deliver high-performance, scalable solutions that enable innovation for developers both inside and outside the organization. In this leadership role, you will define architectural strategies, oversee critical projects, and align teams to achieve meaningful outcomes.

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

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and enhancement of services that power BigCommerce APIs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and exceptional performance
Architect and implement internal tools to streamline workflows and increase productivity for API-focused teams
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while driving long-term improvements to processes and service reliability
Create and maintain detailed documentation for workflows, technical decisions, and architectural best practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones, serving as the primary point of alignment between EU and US regions
Define and enforce engineering best practices, focusing on code quality, testing strategies, and maintainability
Research and adopt new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance project scalability and efficiency
Drive advancements in API architecture, emphasizing modernization, extensibility, and alignment with future platform goals
Work closely with stakeholders to facilitate technical decision-making and align roadmap objectives with business priorities
Mentor team members by providing technical guidance, fostering professional development, and encouraging knowledge sharing
Take ownership of key engineering initiatives, ensuring their successful delivery through cross-team collaboration and alignment workshops
Serve as a representative in technical discussions across departments, advocating for platform-wide improvements and innovations

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years focused on Golang
At least 1 year of experience in a technical leadership or management role
Proven ability to design and implement scalable, reliable, and maintainable architectures for complex distributed systems
Expertise in building and maintaining fault-tolerant, highly available systems
Strong understanding of HTTP, RESTful API design, and adherence to API standards and industry best practices
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, conflict resolution, and branching strategies
Ability to write clean, modular, and testable code with strong unit and integration test coverage
A track record of diagnosing and solving complex technical challenges in production environments
Experience working collaboratively with distributed, cross-functional teams and leading initiatives across multiple departments
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and guide teams under pressure, demonstrating excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Experience defining and influencing technical roadmaps and aligning them with broader organizational objectives
Commitment to continuous learning and staying informed about emerging technologies and trends
Proficient in English (B2+ or higher), with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences

Nice to have

Experience with frameworks and technologies 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
Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience with tools like Jira for issue tracking and team collaboration
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 versatility across technology stacks