Senior Software Engineer (Golang)

Location-specific conditions & benefits*

Argentina

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in Golang to join our team and play a key role in building the core infrastructure of BigCommerce's API platform. Our mission is to deliver dependable, scalable solutions that empower innovation for both internal and external developers.

Become part of a team that drives meaningful results by shaping architecture, improving API functionality, and fostering collaboration across globally distributed teams.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and maintain services that power BigCommerce APIs, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability
Build internal tools to streamline workflows and enhance the productivity of teams working with APIs
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while contributing to platform stability and performance enhancements
Document workflows, architectural decisions, and best practices related to API infrastructure development
Collaborate with distributed teams across EU and US time zones to ensure alignment and seamless execution
Advocate for and implement best practices in code quality, testing, and long-term maintainability
Explore and integrate new tools, frameworks, and techniques to drive project success
Contribute to API architecture improvements with a focus on modernization, scalability, and extensibility
Work closely with technical stakeholders to align development goals and influence product outcomes
Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering their professional growth while achieving team objectives

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on Golang
Proven ability to design and implement scalable, efficient, and maintainable system architectures
Strong understanding of HTTP, RESTful API design, and API standards
Experience with SQL database schema design, query optimization, and working with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, as well as NoSQL technologies
Proficiency with Git version control, including advanced workflows such as rebasing and resolving merge conflicts
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and testable code supported by comprehensive unit and integration test coverage
Demonstrated experience in diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges in scalable systems
Capability to work effectively in distributed teams and independently manage the full lifecycle of project execution
Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on incident resolution and maintaining high system reliability
Experience contributing to technical roadmaps and guiding stakeholders on technology strategies
Dedication to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices
Fluency in English (B2 or higher), with the ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences

Nice to have

Experience with frameworks and tools such as gRPC, GraphQL, MCP, RabbitMQ, Redis, Docker, or CircleCI
Familiarity with observability tools like Kibana, Prometheus, Grafana, or Lightstep
Knowledge of Agile methodologies and issue tracking systems like Jira
Experience utilizing cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Amazon Web Services (AWS) for scaling and deploying applications
Exposure to additional programming languages like JavaScript (Node.js), Scala, PHP, or Ruby, showcasing versatility across 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