Staff Engineer - Golang Development experience requiredDuration: 12 MonthsLocation: BrazilWhat You'll DoAs the staff engineer of this team, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:Technical Leadership and OversightOversee the development and maintenance of the core ledger platform, ensuring robustness, scalability, and reliability.Stay abreast of the latest technological advancements and incorporate relevant innovations to enhance the platform's capabilities.Collaborate with the architect to define and refine the platform's technical roadmap.Team DevelopmentMentor a team of software engineers and developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.Project ManagementPlan and manage the execution of projects, ensuring timely delivery within the allocated budget.Utilize agile methodologies to monitor progress, facilitate daily stand-ups, and lead sprint planning sessions.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, finance, and compliance, to align project objectives and deliverables.Stakeholder CommunicationRegularly communicate with senior management and other stakeholders to report on project status, risks, and opportunities.Gather feedback from internal and external stakeholders to continuously improve the platform's functionality and user experience.Represent the team in inter-departmental meetings, ensuring alignment with the company's overall strategic goals.Quality Assurance and Risk ManagementEnsure adherence to high-quality coding and documentation standards.Oversee the implementation of robust testing strategies to identify and mitigate risks early in the development cycle.Collaborate with the security engineering team to prioritize and resolve any security vulnerabilities and compliance issues related to the ledger platform.Innovation and Continuous ImprovementEncourage a culture of innovation within the team, promoting experimentation and learning.Stay informed about industry trends and competitor products to identify opportunities for platform enhancement.Lead efforts in streamlining processes and implementing best practices to increase efficiency and productivity.What We Look For8+ years of experience in software engineering. Golang development experience is a must.5+ years of proven experience in a fintech company.3+ years of experience leading the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems3+ years of strong background in developing, testing and validating financial platforms, preferably with expertise in ledger technology.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science.Excellent project management and communication skills.Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skillsFamiliarity with agile development methodologies.Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and driveFluent in English.Nice to HaveExperience in building a team of developers from 0 to 10Experience in building high-scale and high-quality distributed systemsTrack record of building and delivering mission-critical, 24x7 production software systems
