Senior Go Developer (Azure, Kubernetes)

We are on the lookout for a talented Senior Go Developer with expertise in Azure and Kubernetes, who is passionate about secure application development and eager to work on cutting-edge cloud-native projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and architect scalable cloud-native applications using Golang, ensuring best practices in microservices architecture
• Implement and enforce security best practices in all stages of application development, ensuring secure handling of data, encryption, and access management
• Design, develop, and maintain rich, responsive, and dynamic frontend applications using Vue.js. Collaborate closely with backend Golang developers to integrate frontend components with microservices, ensuring seamless communication between Vue.js frontends and Golang APIs
• Utilize Azure cloud services, including Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Active Directory (AAD), and Azure Key Vault, to deploy and manage applications with a focus on security and scalability
• Design and implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms using OAuth2, OIDC, JWT, and other modern identity management systems
• Oversee containerization of applications using Docker and deploy/manage them in Kubernetes clusters, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability
• Guide the implementation of CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.), ensuring smooth, secure, and automated deployment processes
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers, leading code reviews and driving adherence to high coding standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement monitoring, logging, and alerting mechanisms (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) for applications running in Kubernetes
• Ensure secure API development, secure communication, data encryption, and secrets management across all cloud services and applications
• Actively participate in architecture discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of development practices
• Keep up-to-date with the latest Golang, cloud-native, and security technologies, and share knowledge within the team

Requirements

• 6+ years of software development experience, with at least 4 years of experience in Golang development
• Proven experience in Azure cloud services, particularly Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Active Directory, and Key Vault
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes, with hands-on experience deploying, managing, and scaling applications in production environments
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and a deep understanding of Vue.js frameworks, including Vue CLI, Vuex (or Pinia), and Vue Router
• Strong experience with OAuth2, OIDC, and JWT for securing microservices, applications, and APIs
• Expertise in containerization (Docker) and orchestration using Kubernetes
• Knowledge of frontend security best practices (XSS, CSRF prevention, secure storage, and HTTPS)
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipeline implementation (Azure DevOps, Jenkins) with a focus on secure deployments
• Strong knowledge of security best practices (encryption, secrets management, secure coding practices) and ability to apply these in cloud-native development
• Solid experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) in cloud environments
• Knowledge of networking, secure API development, and Zero Trust Security models in cloud applications

Nice to have

• Experience with Helm

Benefits

We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth:

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all:

• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Medical & family care package
• Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
• Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)