Senior Software Developer (Golang)

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Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well... you might just be in the right place!

Lightspeed is seeking a Senior Software Developer (Backend, Golang) to join our Ecwid (E-Series) team in Tbilisi. In this role, you will support in leading the development of software solutions that empower merchants with the essential tools they need to thrive in the market. You will be part of a dynamic product development team dedicated to continuous value delivery. We are passionate about upholding software engineering best practices and building resilient, scalable solutions for our valued customers. Additionally, you will provide technical mentorship and support our teams in achieving the extraordinary.

Lightspeed's Ecwid team is a function within our  eCommerce business unit and our goal is to enable merchants to grow their businesses. As Lightspeed grows, we are bringing and integrating the Lightspeed ecosystem including payments, shipping, and other services to help our merchants build the most unique experience for their customers.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Creating and extending functionality of our products by contributing to our product platform
• Developing clean and highly maintainable code
• Collaborating as part of a team (squad) to deliver product features and functionality
• Collaborating with product managers, developers and stakeholders as part of a cross-functional team to deliver features and functionality
• Extending your own skills by learning from and growing with the team
• Be part of defining the product transformation as Lightspeed evolves its offerings to merchants & consumers globally
• Helping us all celebrate our achievements and have fun together along the way!

Who you are:

• Self-motivated with the ability to function effectively both in a team environment and independently.
• Detail-oriented and committed to quality.
• Collaborative with high emotional intelligence.
• Accountable and take ownership of the success of your partners.
• Proactive with a strong sense of urgency.
• Customer-focused with a deep understanding of the importance of empathy in business.

What you’ll be bringing to the team:

• Advanced experience with Golang.
• Proficiency with the Spring Framework.
• Solid experience with relational databases and NoSQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL, Redis).
• Familiarity with programming patterns and microservices architecture.
• Exposure to modern and mainstream technologies.
• A product-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ownership, openness, and commitment.
• Full professional proficiency in English + Russian languages 

Even better if you have, but not necessary: 

• Knowledge of Kubernetes and AWS.
• Knowledge of Kafka
• Knowledge of GraphQL
• Mentorship skills to help others grow.
• Industry knowledge of eCommerce or POS systems.
• Please review our test task at ecwid.to/GO

We know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure that you have the right profile for the role... hit the ‘Apply’ button and let’s have a chat!

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible hours and hybrid work
• People Experience — Our PX benefit allows you to work from pretty much anywhere in the world for 60 days a year
• Lightspeed equity scheme (we are all owners)
• Health & Wellness Credit — expense up to 1300 GEL per year towards your gym membership, yoga classes, a new bike or whatever else you do for your health
• Mental Health Support through the Modern Health App — whether it is meditation, coaching or counseling you need — each employee gets access to this platform.
• Support to talk with external Russian speaking psychologists (up to 7 sessions/year)
• A medical insurance plan that covers dental care
• At Lightspeed we value your professional development; you’ll have regular performance reviews and opportunities to make growth
• Variety of resources. We provide Apple MacBooks for work, free access to LinkedIn Learning for any course of your choice and cover 50% of the cost of SkyEng English classes
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community
• Awesome office space located in Saburtalo (Tbilisi)
  
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Last updated on Aug 15, 2024