About the Role
<p>This is a <strong>permanent full-time remote</strong> opportunity f<strong>or those based in the UK.</strong><em><br></em></p> <p><strong>About Nearform<br></strong></p> <p>Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact.</p> <p>Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.</p> <p>Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart. </p> <p>As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products. </p> <p>Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About the Senior Golang Engineer role<br><br></strong>As a Senior Engineer at Nearform your main task will be designing & building applications using Golang. However as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects your responsibilities may also include:</p> <ul> <li>Supporting component design, development and maintenance and taking responsibility for personal technical quality standards within the project team.</li> <li>Assisting with defining structured practices, especially in source code management, building and deployment.</li> <li>Designing and implementing data storage solutions.</li> <li>Optimising performance in applications for maximum speed and scalability.</li> <li>Getting feedback from users and clients, and building solutions for them. </li> <li>Assisting with the analysis of client requirements.</li> <li>Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery.</li> <li>Collaborating with client teams.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What we are looking for in this person</strong></p> <ul> <li>Significant experience delivering at a Senior Engineer level. Our Seniors typically have at least 6 years’ commercial experience.</li> <li>Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment.</li> <li>Practical experience and knowledge of developing real-world solutions.</li> <li>Deep knowledge of Golang.</li> <li>Working on K8s is essential. </li> <li>Python experience is highly desirable. </li> <li>Deep understanding of versioning control tools - e.g. Git.</li> <li>Testing experience and familiarity with testing tools at all levels, unit, integration and end to end testing.</li> <li>Practical and real world experience working with databases and cloud environments.</li> <li>Experience with automation, CI and CD.</li> <li>Experience building software collaboratively using pull requests and code reviews</li> <li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills.</li> <li>Professional proficiency in English.</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>Benefits and Perks we offer at Nearform</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Annual Company Bonus -</strong> We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance. </li> <li><strong>Work Remotely and Flexibly -</strong> We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! </li> <li><strong>Paid Time Off Package -</strong> We offer an annual leave of 25 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more.</li> <li><strong>Remote Working Allowance - </strong>Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in GBP) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided