Senior Backend Engineer (Go)

About This RoleJoin our backend team to build scalable, high-performance services for our travel platform. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and help architect systems that serve millions of travelers across the Gulf region and beyond.What You'll Do Design and implement scalable GraphQL APIs using gqlgen Build high-performance microservices with Go 1.24+ Optimize PostgreSQL queries and Redis caching strategies Collaborate with frontend and mobile teams on API contracts Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews Participate in architecture decisions and technical planning Write comprehensive tests and documentation Implement observability solutions with PrometheusWhat We're Looking For 5+ years of professional software development experience 3+ years of production experience with Go Strong experience with PostgreSQL and database optimization Experience building GraphQL APIs (gqlgen preferred) Familiarity with Redis for caching and session management Experience with Docker and container orchestration Strong understanding of distributed systems principles Excellent communication skills in EnglishNice to Have Experience with sqlc for type-safe SQL Knowledge of gRPC and Protocol Buffers Experience with Kubernetes in production Arabic language skills Previous experience in travel/hospitality techWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and equity packageRemote-first culture with flexible hoursComprehensive health insuranceAnnual learning & development budget ($2,000)Home office setup allowance ($1,500)Annual team retreats in exotic destinationsGenerous PTO (25+ days)Travel perks and discounts on FunifyParental leave policyMental health and wellness support<

• Design and implement scalable GraphQL APIs using gqlgen • Build high-performance microservices with Go 1.24+ • Optimize PostgreSQL queries and Redis caching strategies • Collaborate with frontend and mobile teams on API contracts • Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews • Participate in architecture decisions and technical planning • Write comprehensive tests and documentation • Implement observability solutions with Prometheus • 5+ years of professional software development experience • 3+ years of production experience with Go • Strong experience with PostgreSQL and database optimization • Experience building GraphQL APIs (gqlgen preferred) • Familiarity with Redis for caching and session management • Experience with Docker and container orchestration • Strong understanding of distributed systems principles