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# Golang DeveloperApply**Job#: 3044947****Job Description:**Lead Software Engineer - Backend (Golang / AWS)**About the Role**Apex Systems is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to design, build, and deliver scalable cloud-native applications. In this role, you will lead development efforts across complex backend systems, partner with cross-functional teams, and help drive engineering best practices within a modern cloud environment.The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with strong Golang experience, expertise in AWS, and a passion for building highly available, distributed systems.Key Responsibilities* Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable backend applications and microservices.* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers across the team.* Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.* Design and implement cloud-native applications using AWS services and modern engineering practices.* Champion software quality through code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.* Evaluate, adopt, and leverage emerging technologies and engineering best practices.* Support DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized application deployments.* Contribute to system architecture decisions focused on performance, reliability, security, and scalability.* Utilize AI-enabled development tools and automation capabilities to improve engineering productivity and delivery efficiency.Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.* 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.* 1+ year of hands-on cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.* Experience developing backend applications using Golang or other modern programming languages.* Experience building and supporting distributed systems and microservices architectures.* Strong understanding of software design principles, API development, and cloud-native application development.Preferred Qualifications* Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.* 7+ years of software engineering experience with significant Golang development experience.* 2+ years of experience working with AWS or another major cloud platform.* Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.* Experience with both relational and NoSQL database technologies.* Experience utilizing open-source frameworks and modern development tools.* 2+ years working within Agile delivery environments.* Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools to improve software delivery and engineering productivity.* Experience with languages and technologies such as Java, Python, SQL, Node.js, Scala, and cloud-native services.Desired Technical Environment* Golang* AWS Cloud Services* Docker & Kubernetes* Microservices Architecture* RESTful APIs* SQL & NoSQL Databases* CI/CD Pipelines* Agile/Scrum Methodologies* AI-Assisted Development Tools *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at accommodations@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Mclean, VA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** August 4, 2026**Pay Range:** $70 - $84 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr