Lead Software Engineer (Golang)

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We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer with extensive experience in Golang to take charge of the foundational services that drive BigCommerce's API platform.

Our goal is to deliver scalable and efficient solutions that enable innovation for developers both internally and externally. As a leader in this role, you will shape architectural strategies, oversee critical projects, and coordinate teams to achieve impactful outcomes.

Join us as a technical leader and play a key role in contributing to globally distributed teams.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and enhancement of services that support BigCommerce APIs, ensuring high reliability, scalability, and performance
Create and implement tools to optimize workflows and boost productivity for API-focused teams
Address production issues, troubleshoot challenges, and implement long-term improvements to enhance service reliability and operational processes
Develop and maintain detailed documentation for workflows, technical decisions, and architectural standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across different time zones, serving as the primary point of coordination between EU and US regions
Define and enforce engineering best practices focused on code quality, testing strategies, and maintainability
Explore and adopt new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance scalability and adaptability within projects
Drive improvements in API architecture with a focus on modernization, extensibility, and alignment with long-term platform goals
Work closely with stakeholders to guide technical decision-making and align development objectives with business priorities
Mentor team members by providing technical expertise, supporting their professional growth, and fostering collaboration
Take ownership of major engineering initiatives, ensuring their successful completion through teamwork and cross-team alignment
Represent the team in technical discussions across departments, advocating for platform-wide enhancements and innovation

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years specializing in Golang
At least 1 year of experience in a leadership or technical management role
Proven ability to design and build scalable, reliable, and maintainable architectures for distributed systems
Expertise in developing and maintaining fault-tolerant, highly available systems
Strong understanding of HTTP, RESTful API principles, and adherence to API standards
Advanced proficiency in 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 supported by comprehensive unit and integration test coverage
Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in production systems
Experience collaborating effectively 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 defining and influencing technical roadmaps while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends
Fluency in English (B2+ or higher), with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly 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 like 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 systems
Proficiency in additional programming languages such as JavaScript (Node.js), Scala, PHP, or Ruby, showcasing adaptability across diverse technology stacks