About the role

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and high-performance RESTful APIs using Golang. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate server-side logic and ensure system reliability and security.

What they look for

Golang Microservices REST APIs SQL Docker Kubernetes AWS Azure GCP Kafka RabbitMQ OAuth 2.0 JWT Git Distributed Systems Event-driven Services

Requirements

Requires 4-5+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on Golang and cloud-native applications. Proficiency in SQL databases, containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes, and microservices architecture is essential.

Full description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Job Description

Job Title: Golang Backend Developer (Software Engineer)

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Job Overview:

The Golang Backend Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services ecosystem. This role involves working closely with frontend teams, architects, and infrastructure teams to deliver robust, cloud-native applications. The engineer will focus on building high-performance APIs and microservices using Golang, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and security.

Basic Qualifications:

4 years of relevant software development experience

Strong backend development experience using Golang

Minimum 2–3 years of experience building and deploying cloud-native applications

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain backend services using Golang

Build scalable and high-performance RESTful APIs and microservices

Design and optimize data storage solutions using SQL databases

Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic

Follow Agile/Scrum practices including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives

Analyze complex problems and propose efficient backend solutions

Ensure code quality through best practices, unit testing, and code reviews

Take ownership of features/modules and deliver high-quality outcomes

Work with DevOps teams for CI/CD, deployment, and monitoring

Technical Expertise:

5+ years of experience in backend development with Golang

Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems

Experience designing and developing REST APIs and event-driven services

Hands-on experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.)

Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., Cassandra, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch) is a plus

Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments

Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Knowledge of message queues/streaming systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.)

Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, and secure API design

Experience with Git or similar version control systems

Desired Skills:

Experience in building high-throughput, low-latency systems

Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana

Understanding of caching strategies using Redis or Memcached

Exposure to system design and scalability best practices

Experience working in large-scale distributed environments

Job Description - Grade Specific

Focus on Digital Continuity and Manufacturing. Fully competent in own area. Acts as a key contributor in a more complexor critical environment. Proactively acts to understand and anticipates client needs. Manages costs and profitability for a work area. Manages own agenda to meet agreed targets. Develop plans for projects in own area. Looks beyond the immediate problem to the wider implications. Acts as a facilitator, coach and moves teams forward.

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.