golang for high-scale platforms

Kake develops critical platform services used by millions of users worldwide, supporting core user experiences through high-scale, reliable, and scalable infrastructure.

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Golang;
• Develop and optimize distributed systems supporting high traffic volumes and mission-critical platform functionality;
• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on AWS;
• Design and manage scalable data storage solutions using MongoDB;
• Deploy, monitor, and maintain production services running on Kubernetes;
• Collaborate with product, frontend, platform, and infrastructure teams to deliver seamless user experiences;
• Improve system observability, reliability, and operational excellence through monitoring, automation, and performance optimization;
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decisions shaping the future of the platform;
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive long-term improvements to system stability and resilience.

• Strong experience building high-performance, scalable backend systems using Golang;
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architectures, and backend scalability patterns;
• Hands-on experience with MongoDB, including scalable data modeling and performance optimization;
• Strong experience building and operating cloud-native applications on AWS;
• Production experience with Kubernetes, including deployment, monitoring, and resource management;
• Proven track record of delivering reliable systems in high-traffic, large-scale environments;
• Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders in a cross-functional environment;
• Strong problem-solving skills focused on performance, reliability, and maintainability;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
• Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment;
• Nice to have: experience building recommendation systems, personalization engines, or search infrastructure; exposure to developer platforms and internal tooling supporting engineering productivity; experience in high-growth environments where scalability, reliability, and user experience are critical; familiarity with large-scale consumer-facing products serving millions of users; experience improving platform reliability, uptime, and operational efficiency.

• Remote work with 6–8 hours of overlap with PST.