Lead Software Engineer (Go)

About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer (Go) to join a team developing technically demanding solutions for a Silicon Valley-based technology company in the security space.This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on Go development, system design and solving complex engineering problems. You will contribute to technical decisions, work closely with experienced engineers and help shape the growth of the engineering team.Responsibilities:Designing, developing and maintaining reliable, scalable systems.Developing software using Go.Designing and implementing new features and solutions within an existing codebase.Solving complex technical problems and making pragmatic engineering decisions.Contributing to system architecture and technical design.Improving code quality, performance, reliability and maintainability.Collaborating closely with engineering and QA teams.Providing technical guidance and mentoring to other engineers.Contributing to engineering practices and technical standards.Taking ownership of technically challenging initiatives from design through implementation.Using modern development practices, including AI-assisted engineering tools, while maintaining strong engineering standards.Requirements:Several years of commercial software development experience with Go.Proven experience building complex, reliable and scalable systems.Strong understanding of software engineering principles, system design and distributed systems.Experience making independent technical decisions and taking ownership of technical solutions.Experience working with complex, established codebases.Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to engineering.Experience providing technical leadership or mentoring to other engineers.Ability to collaborate effectively with experienced engineers and technical stakeholders.High level of autonomy and accountability.Highly ValuedExperience with Python.Knowledge of networking, network infrastructure or distributed systems.Experience with cybersecurity or security-focused products.Background in IT infrastructure, aviation or other technically demanding domains.Experience with cloud platforms, Kubernetes or other modern infrastructure technologies.Experience shaping engineering practices or technical standards.Practical experience using AI tools as part of the software development workflow.What we offer:Multisport card.Private healthcare.A hands-on Lead engineering role with a high degree of autonomy.Opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges in the security space.Real influence on technical solutions and engineering practices.Collaboration with an experienced international engineering environment.Opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new engineering team.Modern development tools and AI-assisted engineering workflows.