Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Software Engineer to join our client’s team, focusing on Go-based microservices. In this role, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of APIs using Go (Golang) in the GoFramework, working primarily with PostgreSQL as the database backend.

This position involves both new feature development and incident resolution for high-performance, scalable services.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain microservices using: Go (Golang) with GoFramework
• PostgreSQL as the primary data store
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs used by internal systems and external integrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents in both Production and UAT environments.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent, preventive solutions.
• Ensure all services meet performance, security, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and other development teams.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, documentation, and deployment processes.
• Support continuous improvement of system design, architecture, and development workflows.

 

Required Skills:

• Hands-on experience or strong working knowledge of: Go (Golang) and GoFramework
• REST API development and microservice architecture
• PostgreSQL or other relational databases
• Solid understanding of backend systems, concurrency, and performance optimization.
• Experience with Git and basic CI/CD practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) and async communication.
• Familiarity with containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience working in a fintech, payments, or regulated environment.
• Understanding of security best practices for APIs and data management.
• Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
• Certifications related to backend development, microservices, or cloud infrastructure.

 

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Private health insurance
• Free Access to LinkedIn learning platform
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment

 

Founded in 1997 in Brussels, UpcoMinds is a reliable IT partner specializing in Project Development, Consulting, Strategic Teaming, and R&D & Innovation.

 

With offices in Belgium, Greece, and Cyprus, we support organizations across Europe in delivering complex, high-impact technology initiatives. Our team of 200+ professionals operates in an agile and hybrid working model.

 

🔗 Learn more at: www.upcominds.com

 

UpcoMinds is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all candidates.

 

Our recruitment consultants will review your CV and contact you shortly. If you do not hear from us within ten (10) working days, please consider that you have not been selected for this role.

 

By submitting your CV, you consent to its retention in our database for two (2) years, in accordance with GDPR, for the purpose of considering your application for current or future employment opportunities.

• Seniority Level

  Not Applicable

• Industry
  • IT Services and IT Consulting

• Employment Type

  Full-time

• Job Functions
  • Information Technology
• Skills
  • Go (Programming Language)
  • Microservices
  • PostgreSQL
  • REST APIs
  • Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
  • Git
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Cloud 

How to Apply

Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their CV to the HR Manager at cv@upcominds.com.

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UpcoMinds

UpcoMinds (www.upcominds.com) is a Digital Transformation and Innovation provider. We help our clients improve their position in this highly competitive market, with technological ideas, tools, solutions that make them better. And they may get better both internally and externally; internally with their own people, their employees, collaborators, partners; externally, with end-users, clients, or other collaborating organizations. UpcoMinds is present in Greece, Belgium and Cyprus and has more than 200 employees across Europe and more than 10 freelancers permanently collaborating with them. UpcoMinds is a multicultural, innovative, and efficient digital provider, a Human-Centric I.T. House that aims to provide a state-of-the-art and unique Customer Experience. Comprised by a group of highly experienced professionals in the field of Information Technology, with diverse technology backgrounds and interests. UpcoMinds succeeds in delivering exceptional services by providing reliable and innovative solutions.