Senior Software Engineer (Go Language)

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Go to join our team, combining software engineering expertise with DevOps and cloud platform skills. This role focuses on backend development, platform reliability, and supporting migration from Java to Go-based solutions. Please note that participation in weekly on-call rotations (12h shifts, 7:00–19:00 CET, Monday–Sunday) is required. Responsibilities • Design, build, and maintain backend services using Golang • Analyze and understand existing Java codebases to support refactoring and migration to Go (no coding in Java required) • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and platform components • Work with AWS, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines in a production environment • Contribute to architecture, reliability, and scalability of the streaming platform • Collaborate closely with distributed engineering teams and stakeholders • Participate in a weekly on-call rotation (12h shifts, 7:00–19:00 CET, Monday–Sunday) with small remuneration Requirements • Strong software engineering experience with Golang • Solid DevOps knowledge (AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD) • Hands-on understanding of Kubernetes architecture • Ability to read and navigate Java code for refactoring purposes • Experience designing and building RESTful APIs • Good team collaboration skills and communicative English • Readiness to participate in on-call support • BS degree in Computer Science or related field Nice to have • Experience with Kubernetes operators • Familiarity with streaming technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka, SQS) • Knowledge of event-driven architecture and distributed system patterns • Experience with observability tooling • Hands-on use of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) • Understanding of security best practices (IAM, network policies, secret management) We offer/Benefits We gather like-minded people: • Engineering community of industry professionals • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment • Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually • Business-driven relocation opportunities We provide growth opportunities: • Outstanding career roadmap • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs • Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS) • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru • English classes We cover it all: • Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B) • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers) • Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more • Referral bonuses • Corporate, social and well-being events Please, note: • The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview. • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively. EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.