Lightspeed is seeking a Senior/Staff Golang Engineer to join their eCommerce business unit in Amsterdam. This individual will contribute to the Lightspeed Omnichannel product, working in a multi-language environment that includes Java and Kotlin. They will architect scalable solutions, write high-performance Go code, design distributed systems, and mentor other engineers.
Role involves:
- Building high-performance microservices in Golang.
- Developing clean, idiomatic Go code.
- Collaborating with product managers and senior developers.
- Driving technical decisions and architecture improvements.
- Growing expertise in Golang and expanding knowledge of Java/Kotlin ecosystems.
Requirements:
- Senior-level experience with Golang.
- High proficiency with Java and Kotlin.
- Experience with relational databases and NoSQL.
- Track record of writing performant, maintainable code.
- Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
- Strong communication skills and ownership mindset.
- Full working proficiency in English.
Lightspeed offers:
- Autonomy and a flexible work culture.
- Genuine career opportunities.
- Benefits & perks, including equity for all Lightspeeders
- Pension contribution and holiday allowance
- Health and wellness benefit of 400€ per year
- Paid leave and assistance for new parents
- Language classes & LinkedIn Learning license
- Food & drinks, daily office lunch
- Relocation package (if needed)
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Lightspeed Commerce
Lightspeed Commerce is a one-stop commerce platform empowering businesses worldwide. It offers cloud-based solutions that unify online and physical operations, multichannel sales, global payments, and financial solutions. Serving retail, hospitality, and golf industries across 100+ countries, Lightspeed helps merchants innovate, simplify processes, scale operations, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Founded in Montreal in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the NYSE and TSX, with teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. The company builds communities through commerce, fostering an inclusive workplace.