Software Engineer - Washington, United States - Megaport

Description

About The Role

As a Software Engineer on our team, you will be at the forefront of building the foundation that powers our incredible platform.

You will be responsible for crafting robust, scalable microservices and developing machine learning applications that drive the heart of our SaaS ecosystem.

Your work will be integral to enabling our clients to orchestrate complex compute and network resources effortlessly.
What You'll Be Doing
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems in Golang and Python.
Utilize your experience in Machine Learning and AI to develop intelligent features, predictive algorithms, and data-driven solutions.
Build and optimize scalable web services that handle high traffic and deliver exceptional user experiences.
Design and implement efficient database structures and queries to manage large volumes of data effectively.
Take ownership of performance monitoring, profiling, and tuning to enhance the responsiveness and reliability of our services.
Identify and resolve bottlenecks, ensuring the application meets stringent performance and security standards.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and best practices.
What We Are Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field OR
Proven professional experience as a Backend Engineer, especially using Golang, for at least 2 years
Solid knowledge of scalable web service development, including RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and distributed systems.
Proficiency in database management, with hands-on experience in optimizing database performance, designing schemas, and query optimization. Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, etc.).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with performance profiling and debugging tools to optimize system performance.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Solid understanding of version control systems (Git) and continuous integration/delivery.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Nice To Haves
Experience with other programming languages (e.g. Java).
Knowledge of frontend technologies (Vue, React, etc.).
Contributions to open-source projects or participation in tech communities.
We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and a stimulating work environment that encourages creativity and innovation.
What We Offer
Flexible working environments
Birthday Leave
Generous study and training allowance + 5 days of paid study leave
Creative, fun, and contemporary workspaces
Motivated team of industry experts and new talent
Celebrated success with 'Legend' and 'Kudos' Awards
Health and wellness program
Opportunities for career growth and potential for global intra-company transfers for interested candidates
If you have any questions, please reach out to Megaport's Talent Acquisition Team at
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